Please forward this email to friends, colleagues and all interested personsYou are invited to pitch for
R100 000 of seed-capital funding; a 12-month HUB unlimited membership worth R26 220; business coaching and mentoring; and access to the HUB's global network of 32 HUBs and over 5000 HUB members.
What is the HUB Fellowship Programme?The
HUB Fellowship Programme is an incubation programme targeted to help start-ups and entrepreneurs with innovative ideas. The aim of the programme is to provide various levels of support to help an entrepreneur or entrepreneurs turn an interesting idea into a viable business.
HUB Johannesburg's fellowship programme is run in partnership with the global
HUB Fellowship Association based in Zurich.
The theme of the programme is The Green Economy. The theme is very broad, but, basically it comes down to helping you start a business that is both environmentally and financially sustainable. In other words, the HUB Johannesburg is looking to support the start-up of a market-friendly business idea that has the potential to make positive environmental impact.
What is the process?Applications should be submitted on-line by Wednesday 31 October 2012, but if an extension is required for any reason, please contact Greg Musiker
greg.musiker@the-hub.net.
From the applicants, a group of eight finalists will be selected. These finalists will pitch their idea to an expert panel on Pitch Day: 22 November 2012. The panel will select the fellow and a runner-up on the day.
What do the fellow, runner-up and finalists receive?The fellow will receive seed-capital funding and a monthly living stipend to the value of R100 000. In addition, the fellow will receive a twelve-month HUB unlimited membership worth R26 220; business coaching and mentoring; and access to the HUB's global network of 32 HUBs and over 5000 HUB members.
The runner-up will receive a six month HUB unlimited membership worth R13 110. In addition, the runner-up will have access to the HUB's global community, a unique online collaboration platform, as well as networking and potential investment opportunities.
The six remaining finalists will receive a year-long HUB Connect membership so that they can remain within the HUB community and take advantage of all the opportunities of being in the HUB network.
Further informationClick here for further information on the HUB Fellowship Programme Click here to visit the HUB Johannesburg website Or contact Greg Musiker
greg.musiker@the-hub.net; cell 072 407-0862, or Leslie Williams
leslie.williams@the-hub.net.
Welcome to the Hub Johannesburg!Want to be a part of creating lasting change in an entrepreneurial way? Then the HUB Johannesburg is the place for you! the HUB Johannesburg offers a space for entrepreneurs to work, learn and collaborate. Join our community of impact entrepreneurs who are all working towards a better world.
Keeping our finger on the pulse is important to us and that is why you'll find us in the heart of Braamfontein, a vibrant neighbourhood in Joburg. The HUB offers a creative, open-plan and dynamic space for you to take your idea and make it happen. As a member you will have access to a global network of like-minded entrepreneurs. A wide range of events hosted by the Hub and our partners will fill those skills gaps. And our HUB team will ensure that you meet the right people to enable your success.
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