Student business winners from around the world will compete in this third annual challenge. Watch the top 3 present pitches to our VIP judges!

The third annual World Challenge will be the signature event for NFTE students from around the globe to compete in a business plan competition. In addition to the competition, they will participate in a Day of Learning together to advance their business ideas and build connections with like-minded peers.

Winners from NFTE global partner organizations and the National Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge in the U.S. will come together in New York City to compete for the title of World Champion. The winners will be selected by a panel of VIP judges and recognized at the Challenge Final at the New York Stock Exchange.

The evening will begin with a cocktail reception and youth entrepreneur showcase at which guests will be able to meet, learn about, and even purchase products from our global competitors.

Date

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Time

6:30 pm EDT Doors open; youth business expo and cocktail reception
7:30 pm EDT Final competition and awards ceremony
9:30 pm EDT program concludes