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Join the $800K Hangzhou Innovation Challenge

We are excited to announce the opportunity for all Ugwumba Fellows and other aspiring entrepreneurs to apply for the 2024 Hangzhou Innovation Challenge and compete for grants from the $800k prize pool.

The Hangzhou Innovation Challenge seeks top-notch companies across various sectors, including smart industries, high-tech innovations, strategic emerging industries, and the revitalization of traditional sectors. Hangzhou, known as the “Silicon Valley of China,” is home to major companies such as Alibaba Group, Geely Auto, and NetEase Games, creating a thriving ecosystem for innovation and talent.

Program Benefits:

Prizes:
1. ONE First Prize (200,000 RMB)
2. SEVEN Second Prizes (100,000 RMB)
3. TWELVE Third Prizes (50,000 RMB)
4. Several Consolation Prizes (20,000 RMB)
– Venture funding from major VC companies in Hangzhou
– Business Networking Opportunities with VC investors and experts
– Mentorship from Startup Mentors


Sponsorship for Registered Startups in Hangzhou:
• First Prize: RMB¥5,000,000
• Second Prize: RMB¥3,000,000
Third Prize: RMB¥2,000,000
Finalists: RMB¥1,000,000
Semi-Finalists: RMB¥200,000

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to be part of one of the largest entrepreneurship competitions in the world. Apply now at https://flair.ly/r/bf18da. The deadline is May 31, 2024.

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