How do I apply to be a Young Gun 2008?
Simply enter your details in our online application form and we will send you a short 2 page entry form that you need to complete and return to us
What is the deadline for applications?
We need to receive your application by 4th July 2008
How much does it cost to apply?
Its free to apply to be considered for inclusion in Young Guns 2008.
If I am shortlisted - what happens next?
Should you make it to the shortlist stage, we will contact you regarding your entry and conduct a formal interview with the business owner or other nominated contact. This interview will help us to select our final 30 Young Guns class for 2008. This process will take place between the 16-27 July.
If you have not heard from us by the 30 July you have not been shortlisted.
How will I know if I have been selected as a Young Gun 2008?
You will be contacted by email and/or telephone on the 31 July
What happens if I do make it into the Young Gun class of 2008?
You will be invited to attend a photo shoot during September 2008 (date and venue tbc), followed by the Young Guns lunch on the same day where the overall Top Gun 2008 will be announced
Who are the judges?
The panel of judges are carefully selected from successful entrepreneurs, sponsor representatives and business journalists.
What criteria do we need to meet?
Applications are welcomed from individual meeting the following criteria:
1. You must be aged 35 or under
2. You must be the founder, co-founder, managing director, CEO of a privately-owned business
3. You should be running a company with a turnover in excess of £1m with fantastic growth potential and/or will have raised £250,000 plus
4. Your business should employ between 5-500 staff
5. Able to demonstrate a unique or outstanding proposition, proven in its market and that has experienced considerable success
6. You must not be running a lifestyle business (one not created for growth) or a micro business
Can we get feedback if we are unsuccessful?
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.
How many Young Guns are there?
There will be 30 young guns in 2008 and one overall haysmacintyre Top Gun
What can we get out of it?
The public relations opportunities available for finalists and winners are excellent. The Young Guns will also be featured on the front cover of the October issue of Growing Business magazine, and be part of a 12 page special feature in that issue. In addition you will also gain exposure through growingbusiness.co.uk. You will also be able to attend the Young Guns networking lunch in September which provides you with the unique opportunity to mix and mingle with other young entrepreneurs, business journalists and sponsors.
Where and when is the Young Guns networking lunch being held?
Central London Venue in September 2008 – date tbc
Will I have to pay to attend the lunch?
No, the lunch is free
