1. Registration form:

• As per the template provided by the Organizing Committee (OC).

2. Project introduction video:

• Only one competition video (max 3 min) needs to be submitted, narrated in either English or Vietnamese, named "Round 1 - Category - Country (2-letter code) - Founder’s birth year - Founder’s name. Example: Round 1-Cat1-VN-1995-Hung Van Nguyen", with subtitles in both English and Vietnamese. This video will be uploaded to the GVB Startup Fanpage.

• Other videos may be uploaded for additional details

3. General guidelines for each file submission:

All videos and documents must be submitted in two languages: English and Vietnamese. Each file must start with the following information:

• Team name, project name.

• Team members.

• Registration code: Format: Category - Country (2-letter code) - Founder’s birth year - Founder’s name. Example: Cat1-VN-1995-Hung Van Nguyen. 

4. Team member information:

• Personal profiles, roles, and experience of each team member.

5. Project description:

• Introduction to the idea/start-up.

• Goals, mission, core values.

• Target market and potential customers.

• Business model.

6. Business plan:

• Market analysis and competition analysis.

• Marketing strategy and product/service development.

• Financial plan: capital sources, revenue projections, expenses.

7. Evidence/highlights of the project:

• Prototype, demo, patent (if any).

• Awards, certificates, or related media articles.

8. Additional documents (if any):

• Market research reports, supporting data.

• Recommendation letters from partners, mentors, or investors.

1. INNOVATION AND CREATIVITY (20-30%)

• Is the idea novel and distinct compared to existing solutions in the market?

• Does the product/service leverage new technology or innovative methods?

2. EXECUTION CAPABILITY (20-25%)

• Feasibility of the idea: Is it suitable for the market and current conditions?

• Founding team: Do the members have sufficient experience, skills, and cohesion to execute the project effectively?

3. MARKET POTENTIAL (15-20%)

• Market size and demand: Does the product/service address a clear need and target a large market?

• Competition: Does the idea have a sustainable competitive advantage over rivals?

4. FINANCIAL VIABILITY AND INVESTMENT EFFICIENCY (15-20%)

• Business model: Is the revenue model clear, reasonable, and feasible?

• Financial projections: Are there detailed and reasonable financial plans for the next 3-5 years?

• Investment appeal: Is the project attractive to potential investors?

5. SOCIAL IMPACT (10-15%)

• Does the idea address social or environmental issues or promote sustainable development?

• What are the positive impacts on the community or specific groups?

6. PRESENTATION AND COMMUNICATION (5%)

• Presentation skills: Does the team present clearly, logically, and convincingly?

• Q&A responses: Is the team adept at addressing questions and providing critical feedback?

• Design: Are the materials (slides, videos) professional and creative?

By participating in GVB Startup competition (“Competition”), you agree to abide by the following terms and conditions.

1. Eligibility

• The Competition is open to participants from around the world who meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the registration process.

• Participants must ensure compliance with the local laws of their country regarding participation in such events.

2. Ownership and Intellectual Property (IP)

• All submissions, including business ideas, concepts, and presentations, remain the property of the respective participants.

• Participants affirm that their submissions are original and do not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of any third party.

• Participants agree not to copy, replicate, or exploit the ideas, concepts, or intellectual property of other competitors without written consent from the rightful owner.

3. Confidentiality

• Participants understand that information shared during the Competition may include confidential and proprietary details.

• All participants agree to respect the confidentiality of such information and refrain from disclosing or using it for personal or commercial gain without permission.

4. Behavior and Ethics

• Participants must uphold professional conduct and ethical standards throughout the Competition.

• Any behavior deemed inappropriate, disruptive, or unethical may result in disqualification.

5. Jurisdiction and Legal Compliance

• The Competition is governed by the laws of England and Wales.

• By participating, participants agree to resolve any disputes under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of London, United Kingdom.

6. Disqualification and Penalties

The organizers reserve the right to disqualify participants for:

• Submitting plagiarized, fraudulent, or non-original content.

• Violating any rules of the Competition.

• Failing to adhere to the terms and conditions outlined herein.

7. Limitation of Liability

• The organizers shall not be liable for any claims, damages, or losses incurred by participants during the Competition.

• Participants accept all risks associated with their participation.

8. Agreement to Media Release

By registering, participants consent to the use of their names, logos, photographs, and competition materials for promotional purposes by the organizers.

9. Amendments to Terms

• The organizers reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice.

• Participants will be notified of any significant changes.

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Acknowledgment and Agreement

By submitting your registration, you confirm that:

• You have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions.

• You are authorized to participate and are bound by these terms throughout the Competition.