Endeavor Entrepreneur
Track
Endeavor Entrepreneurs benefit from long-term, tailored support throughout their entire growth journey. With success at scale, our entrepreneurs are able to create economic and social impact in a meaningful way. All entrepreneurs are screened by local and international mentors on the Endeavor criteria before the network is available for support.
What do we look for?
Entrepreneurs are assessed based on three main criteria
Entrepreneur
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Exemplary leader with strong ability to execute
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Must be Founder or CEO and hold significant shareholding in company
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High ecosystem impact
Business
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Proven track record: Companies are typically 3-5 years old and generate more than RM 5 million in annual revenues
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Highly scalable business model
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Innovative, industry-shaping ideas
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Products / services must be owned by company (not licensed or franchised)
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High investor appeal
Timing
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At inflection point, aiming for exponential growth over the next 3-5 years
Our Support
STRATEGIC ADVICE
SMART CAPITAL
Mentorship & Global Connections
Connect with local and global mentors who provide one-on-one support, based on the entrepreneur’s goals and needs.
Advisory Boards
Quarterly reviews with a fixed, customized team of mentors that provide strategic advice and ongoing feedback.
Investor Network
Access to top individual and institutional investors, through exclusive introductions. The network also organizes Investor Network Events throughout the year.
Mentor Capital Program
Mentorship on fundraising strategy, pitch materials and term-sheets through one-on-one support from top-tier investors.
Endeavor Catalyst
Innovative co-investment vehicle designed to support Endeavor Entrepreneurs raising growth capital, and contribute to the long-term sustainability of Endeavor.
TALENT & PARTNERSHIP
Recruiters
Connections to top regional recruitment firms to strengthen your management teams.
Bain & Company Externships
High-performing consultants work closely with Endeavor Entrepreneurs on a variety of business development and operational projects.
Ernst & Young Ripples Projects
EY consultants leverage their professional expertise to work on specific projects with Endeavor Entrepreneurs.
Executive Education & Fellowships
Courses with Harvard & Stanford made exclusively for Endeavor Entrepreneurs and collaborations with MBA students on projects.
ACCESS TO MARKETS
International Expansion
Coordinate local support on company set up, insights into doing business and potential for expansion via networks across our 37 countries.
Scaleup Asia
Our flagship regional conference, held in Jakarta, gathering the network together for shared learning.
Industry Tours
A rare look into the operations and strategies of top global brands and companies through onsite tours.
Selection Process
Entrepreneurs are reviewed by seasoned mentors and business leaders from the global network
Application
We are currently accepting applications.
Note that the application cycle closes on 31st December 2019
First Opinion Review
Initial evaluation of candidates and their businesses with the team to assess fit
Second Opinion Review
Endeavor mentors conduct individual reviews with candidates, probing business strategy, growth potential, and individual abilities
Local Selection Panel
Held quarterly, the LSP gathers board members and seasoned mentors who will interview, deliberate and select candidates to advance to the next stage.
International Selection Panel
Hosted by an Endeavor affiliate across the globe, the ISP gathers world-renowned business leaders to select and advise candidates
