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- INVOPRENEUR 2027 · Innovation & entrepreneurship
Imagine. Innovate.
Inspire.
An international innovation and entrepreneurship competition for middle school, high school and university students and fresh graduates. Registration opens 1 November 2026.
4 categories
From middle school to fresh graduates
8 tracks
From AI to FinTech and tourism
Expert mentoring
From 1 December 2026
Global Finals
Egypt, June 2027
About INVOPRENEUR
One idea can change everything
INVOPRENEUR is an international innovation and entrepreneurship competition that discovers, develops and celebrates emerging innovators, entrepreneurs and changemakers, from early concepts and school projects to prototypes, minimum viable products and early-stage ventures.
- Entrepreneurship education and a self-paced training course
- Expert mentoring and continuous project development
- Finalist coaching in pitching and investor readiness
- International presentation opportunities
Our mission: to equip participants with the knowledge, confidence and entrepreneurial mindset to turn original ideas into feasible, responsible and sustainable solutions with real-world value.
Why join
Grow your idea into a venture
Expert mentoring
Work with industry leaders and entrepreneurs matched to your innovation, with an ongoing feedback loop on your business model.
Pitch coaching
Master storytelling, public speaking and investor readiness before the international stage.
Investor access
Structured networking sessions with investors, startup incubators and accelerator programmes.
Innovation Exhibition in Cairo
Showcase your innovation to decision-makers, universities and business executives.
UK-regulated qualifications
Outstanding participants can earn Business and Administration qualifications from Level 3 to Level 6, with transferable academic credits.
The GATE Awards
Top innovators are invited to exhibit at the GATE Awards International Ceremony.
Competition categories
Enter by your stage, not your project
Enter the category that matches your current educational or professional stage. Project complexity does not determine the category.
Spark Pioneers
Creative products, school or community initiatives, simple prototypes and practical solutions.
Focus: Creativity, problem-solving and innovation
Future Makers
Business ideas, technology solutions, social enterprises, sustainability initiatives and functional prototypes.
Focus: Innovation, leadership and impact
Venture Architects
Research-based innovations, business concepts, MVPs, working prototypes and early-stage startups.
Focus: Validation and business development
Venture Launchers
Market-tested products, scalable models, commercial innovations and investment-ready startups.
Focus: Commercialisation, scalability and investment readiness
Innovation tracks
Eight tracks for every kind of idea
AI & Emerging Technologies
AI, machine learning, robotics, automation, IoT, cybersecurity, data science and smart applications.
Smart Living & Future Cities
Smart transport and mobility, smart homes and infrastructure, public services and sustainable cities.
Health, Wellbeing & Biotechnology
Medical technology, healthcare, biotechnology, mental health, fitness and assistive technology.
Education Technology & Future Learning
Learning platforms, interactive tools, personalised learning, educational AI and teacher support.
Climate Solutions & Renewable Energy
Renewable energy, waste reduction, recycling, climate adaptation and the circular economy.
AgriTech, Food & Water Technologies
Smart farming, food technology, water management, precision agriculture and food security.
Financial Technologies (FinTech)
Digital payments and banking, financial inclusion, blockchain, personal finance and security.
Tourism, Hospitality & Cultural Heritage
Smart tourism, hospitality innovation, heritage preservation and travel technology.
Interdisciplinary projects are welcome: enter the track closest to your project’s central purpose.
The INVOPRENEUR journey
From your first idea to the Global Finals
01
Registration and project submission
Register individually or as a team, choose your category and track, and submit your project for an eligibility and quality review.
02
Entrepreneurship development and mentoring
Strengthen your value proposition, customer insight, business model, feasibility and scalability through expert mentoring and a self-paced training course.
03
Finalist selection and coaching
The highest-performing projects are selected for the finals. Finalists are coached in pitching, storytelling, presentation design and answering the judges’ questions.
04
Global Finals
Finalists present to an international jury, network with global delegates and take part in the awards programme.
Registration fees
Enter on your own or as a team
Registration opens 1 November 2026. Secure your place now.
Individual entry
USD$100 per participant
For one innovator entering a project on their own.
- The accredited Entrepreneurship Program, worth USD $200
- Expert mentoring from 1 December 2026
- Eligibility and quality review of your project
- The chance to reach finalist coaching and the Global Finals
- Optional: a Gatehouse Awards certificate for USD $25
Team entry
USD$75 per team member
Each member pays for their own place, or one person pays for the whole team. Add your team name and teammates at checkout.
- The accredited Entrepreneurship Program, worth USD $200
- Expert mentoring from 1 December 2026
- Eligibility and quality review of your project
- The chance to reach finalist coaching and the Global Finals
- Optional: a Gatehouse Awards certificate for USD $25
Gatehouse Awards certificate
Add an official Gatehouse Awards certificate for the Entrepreneurship Program. Order it when you register, or any time before you finish the programme.
Pay securely by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or PayPal. Parents or guardians pay for participants under 18 and add the student’s details at checkout.
Registering 5 or more students?
Schools save 10% for 5–9 students, 15% for 10–24 and 20% for 25 or more, counted across the whole season. Coordinators earn perks too.
Judging and evaluation
How projects are judged
Innovation and creativity
Originality, and how far the project offers a new solution or improves an existing one.
Problem and impact
The relevance of the challenge and the potential benefit for people, communities, industries or the environment.
Feasibility
Whether the solution, technology, implementation plan and business model are practical and achievable.
Business potential
Commercial potential, sustainability, scalability and the ability to become a product, service, social enterprise or startup.
Project development
The quality of research, validation and preparation for the project’s stage.
Presentation and communication
Clarity, confidence, command of the project and answers to the jury’s questions.
Projects are judged on merit by an international panel of academics, entrepreneurs, business leaders, investors and industry specialists, with standards calibrated to each category and project stage. Judges with a conflict of interest do not evaluate the project concerned.
Included in your registration
The Entrepreneurship Program comes with your entry
Every INVOPRENEUR registration includes our accredited Entrepreneurship Program, worth USD $200. It builds the skills the judges look for, from your value proposition to a business model that works.
- Accredited by Gatehouse Awards and the American Management Institute
- Value proposition, customer insight and business model
- Feasibility, scalability, leadership and strategy
FAQ
Competition rules
Where can I read the full regulations?
Download the INVOPRENEUR regulations (PDF). They cover eligibility, categories, tracks, judging, conduct and awards.
Who is eligible?
Middle school students, high school students, university students and fresh graduates, from any country. Register in the category that matches your current educational or professional stage.
Must the project be original?
Yes. Each submission must be the original work of the registered participant or team. You may build on existing research or technology only if you clearly show your own contribution.
What about intellectual property?
You are responsible for making sure your work respects all intellectual property rights. You keep ownership of your project and its intellectual property, and confidential information is handled with discretion during evaluation.
Can teachers and mentors help?
Yes, with guidance and feedback. They may not design or develop the project, prepare the submission, give the presentation, or be listed as project owners or team members.
Can I use AI tools?
Yes, for research, brainstorming, design, coding, data analysis and content development, as long as they support rather than replace your work. You remain responsible for originality, accuracy, ethics and authenticity.
What can lead to disqualification?
Plagiarism, fabricated or fraudulent information, intellectual property violations, unethical conduct, misrepresenting a participant’s contribution, or serious breaches of the regulations.
How will I receive updates?
Schedules, invitations, decisions and updates are sent through official INVOPRENEUR channels. Keep your contact details up to date and check your messages regularly.
How much does it cost to enter?
USD $100 for an individual entry, or USD $75 per member for teams of 2 or 3. Both include the accredited Entrepreneurship Program, worth USD $200.
Do I get a certificate for the Entrepreneurship Program?
Yes, if you choose. A Gatehouse Awards certificate for the programme is an optional extra for USD $25. You can add it when you register or any time before you finish.
How do teams pay?
Each member can pay USD $75 for their own place, or one person can pay for the whole team. At checkout, add your team name and your teammates’ names so we can link your places.
Questions and school registrations
Not ready to pay yet? Pre-register
Tell us about you and your idea, and we will email you when registration opens on 1 November 2026. Schools registering 5 or more students can use the group registration form for 10% to 20% off.
- Register individually or as a team
- Choose your category and innovation track
- Schools: up to 20% off for groups
Prefer to talk? Email support@teflwonderland.com or call +1 (514) 578-3003.