The JA Europe Innovation of the Year Award recognizes student start-ups that developed the most innovative businesses and business solutions with real future investment potential. The jury will nominate 1st, 2nd and 3rd place place in the JA Europe Start Up Innovation of the Year 2025 Award.
Innovation and Value Creation 30%:
1. How well is the business problem and opportunity clearly defined?
2. How does the solution fulfill a customer need, has resonance and desirability?
3. How impactful is the proposed solution on society & human lives (social, ethical and environmental issues)?
Market and Competition 30%:
4. Did the team clearly identify the target market and the market potential of their product/service?
5. Did the team show an understanding of their competition and their product/service differentiation in relation to them?
Finances 15%:
6. How compelling is the business model (realistic and viable)? How reasonable are the financial projections?
Management & Team 15%:
7. Does the team exhibit the experience and skills required for operation? Has the team managed to recruit advisors when needed?
Ability to Demonstrate Achievements in Learning 10%:
8. To what extent are team members able to reflect on competence development (creativity, self-efficacy, taking initiative, teamwork, resourcefulness, perseverance, taking responsibility)?
