Competition & AwardEvent
Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition (LKYGBPC) 2025
Apply by Mar 31, 2025
Application Closed
About
The Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition is a biennial event that provides a platform for next-gen innovators and entrepreneurs to showcase their deep-tech solutions and connect with investors and industry experts, with the chance to win cash prizes up to S$100,000, equity investment up to S$600,000, and other in-kind and professional service prizes.
Benefits
- 🎤Publicity OpportunitiesOpportunity to showcase groundbreaking innovations on a global stage
- 🤝Networking OpportunitiesChance to connect with investors and industry experts
- 🎓Training & MentorshipAccess to mentorship and networking opportunities
- 💰Financial SupportCash prizes up to S$100,000
- 💰Financial SupportIn-kind prizes and professional service prizes
- 💰Financial SupportEquity investment up to S$600,000
- 💰Financial SupportOpportunity to win the People's Choice Award and S$10,000 cash prize
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to global youth innovators and entrepreneurs
- Solutions must fall under one of the 11 focus areas listed
- Must have a deep-tech component
- Must have a minimum viable product or prototype
- Must have a team of at least 2 members
- Must be able to attend the final pitching event in Singapore if selected as a finalist
Target Region
Global
Target Sector
All Industries
Singapore Management University’s Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (SMU IIE)