Celebrate the amazing achievements of young entrepreneurs from across New Zealand. Hear from the next generation of business stars, and find out which teams will take home a share of over $20,000 in prize money and tertiary scholarships.

The Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme National Awards evening is a showcase and celebration of the entrepreneurial successes of our students, bringing together the top YES companies from across New Zealand.

Join us at the awards dinner as we hear from the next generation of business leaders, changemakers and disruptors, where we’ll find out who will take home a share of more than $20,000 in prize money and tertiary scholarships and who will be named YES Company of the Year.

Pre-dinner drinks and product display from 5:45pm with the evening events commencing at 6:30pm.

The evening will include a 3-course menu and complimentary mocktail on arrival. A cash bar will be available throughout the night.

Dress code: Business/cocktail

If you would like to cover the cost of one of our fabulous YES students attending this year awards, we have included a Gift-a-Ticket option in our ticket section.

Tickets can be purchased by credit card or by invoice at checkout

Any other queries can be directed to support@youngenterprise.org.nz

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