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Spark IT – Igniting Sri Lankan ICT Industry

Spark IT is competition organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce(CCC) with aims to jump start businesses of local ICT entrepreneurs. Through this competition CCC will create a platform for these entrepreneurs to create better business plans as well as giving access to lucrative investors. CCC are also planning to increase the amount of investment by chamber members to the ICT industry with a target of creating over 100 ICT startups by 2016.

This competition is open for owners of ICT start ups or entrepreneurs with a plan of starting their ICT business. Candidates must first submit the Spark IT application form before 16th February. From all applications 25 will be shortlisted for presentations and interviews. Then the candidates form the top 10-15 presentations will be invited for a workshop where they will work closely with the investment panel to fine tune their business plan.The Finale will be on the 11th of March 2013, from which 5-10 candidates will be chosen as winners.

The top 3 business plans will be awarded prizes while all the winners will be getting a chance to go through the venture engine program which would be kicking off in May 2013. This is a great chance for all ICT entrepreneurs to get guidance from the investor panel, to build connections and also to get media coverage on their start up.

So if you own a start up or have a plan for one, make sure you apply for Spark IT and grab this opportunity.

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