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2015 Dragon’s Glen is open for entries Initially we ask applicants to submit an application form and video pitch. 6 applicants will be shortlisted and invited to pitch at the semi-finals to the Dragons. The panel will select up to 3 potentials who will be invited to present at the Ideas Week Awards ceremony on the 20th November where the winner will be announced. There is a cash prize of £7500 and membership of Lochaber Chamber for 1 year. The Application Applicants are asked to produce a short video lasting no longer than 90 seconds and a written application. In the application, you have the chance to sell yourself and your idea, and give a clear and comprehensive outline of your business or product. What problem does your idea solve? What stage are you at with patent or copyright protection? Where are you up to with prototyping or testing? Describe sales, if your business is trading. Please supply any additional information you feel may be useful. Applications should be sent to Lesley Benfield at [email protected] by 29 October 2015. Please note: Your information will be treated in the strictest confidence by the Chamber and panel members and individual data will not be provided to any other party. All information provided is subject to and will be treated in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998, and will not be used for any purpose other than assessing applicants to take part in the Lochaber Ideas Week Dragons Glen competition. Selection of Semi-Finalists - announced on 6 November 2015 After reviewing the videos and Business Proposals a panel of judges will select 6 of the best business ideas. The 6 entrepreneurs will then be invited to the semi-final, where they will deliver a 3 minute pitch followed by 10 mins Q&A. The semi-final: during Ideas week on Thursday 19th November at 2pm The Final, Friday 20th November 2015 8pm 3 lucky finalists will be invited to return for the final and present their pitch. Contact For further details on Dragons Glen please contact: [email protected] Dragon’s Glen - Application Form Completed Applications must be sent to [email protected] by 29 October 2015 Applications for Dragon’s Glen must be based in Lochaber. COMPANY DETAILS Company Name Registered Address Town / City Postcode CONTACT DETAILS Applicant Name Position in Company Telephone Email Address for correspondence (if different to registered address) Provide a brief description of your Idea. (max 50 words) Please provide details of your 3 minute video submission (must be no longer than 90 secs). Video Link Video link password (if required) Tell us about your business proposal, product or service. What stage is your business at, i.e. are you currently trading or are you still developing your product? What is your company vision? What is your unique selling point? Do you have any competition, if so, how will you stand out? What are the main risks as you look to grow your business? (max 500 words) Who are your customers? Is there a demand for your product or service? How are you engaging with your target market? What are your revenue models? Do you have plans to sell your product or service beyond the local market? (max 300 words) Who is the Team behind the company and what are their key strengths? (max 200 words) How will you generate turnover? When will your business start generating a profit? (max 300 words) Describe how you would use the Dragons Glen award, providing a cost breakdown for specific activities and detail how a winning will accelerate growth. (max 300 words)