Ondernemen Zonder Grenzen

Opportunities in upcoming markets

Are you a Dutch entrepreneur with ambitions in Africa, Asia or Latin-America? Enter the business plan competition Ondernemen Zonder Grenzen. This competition challenges you to write the business plan that succeeds in making a profitable as well as sustainable business in these regions.

Pitch your winning plan to top investors! Droomzaken and De Investeerdersclub have reserved a minimum of 100,000 euro for investments in the best entrepreneurs.

Win a package deal consisting of advice, media exposure and coaching worth € 10.000,-. As a participant you can receive free coaching, feedback and support in writing your business plan.

How to participate?

Follow 3 easy steps:

1. Register as a member of the BiD Network here.
2. Create a profile in the BiD Network by logging in with your email address and password.
3. Fill in and submit an online application form by clicking "+Add a business plan". More information here. Please apply to the competition by clicking the box "Dutch Business Without Borders" on the bottom of this form.

How to Submit your Business Plan?

Make sure to submit your complete business plan before the competition deadline 1 September 2010. Write your business plan in English or Spanish for our network of international investors. If you already have a complete business plan you can attach it to your application directly. For more detailed instructions please go here.

Be sure to use free available tools to help you to write the winning plan:

- We offer business plan templates.
- Apply for our coaching programme, submit your application before the 1 July 2010. For more information click here.

The winner!

The winner can count on concrete appointments with business partners and investors. And wins advise, media exposure and coaching worth € 10.000,-.

The best proposals will be considered for investment by Droomzaken and De Investeerdersclub who have reserved a minimum of 100,000 euro for this initiative.

If you don't win?

There are no losers in this competition. We believe with your entrepreneurial spirit and our support you can create a solid business plan. Whether or not you become a finalist, all high quality business plans are eligible for the BiD Network Investor Matchmaking Services.

Participation Criteria

- You must be a Dutch National.
- Your business plan is for starting or expanding a business in a developing country in Asia, Africa or Latin-America.
- Check if you are eligible to participate by reading the general participation criteria.

After you submit your plan?

Your plan will enter the assessment process. You will receive extensive feedback in each stage. Click here for more information.
The winner will be announced at an inspiring and networking event in October 2010 in Amsterdam. More information on the programme follows.