Two chances to win £10,000 for your business

BT Business Essence of the Entrepreneur

The economic times may be challenging, but entrepreneurs across the UK are keeping ahead of the game with ingenuity and innovation. BT Business Essence of the Entrepreneur celebrates those who have used technology to drive their business forward and one of the winners could be you!

Judged by experts including Dragons’ Den investor Peter Jones and The Apprentice 2008 runner-up Claire Young, 20 finalists will be captured in a portrait by Rankin, the renowned celebrity photographer and displayed in a high profile central London exhibition.

One of the 20 finalists will also be named Outstanding Entrepreneur of the Year and win £10,000! To find out how more visit www.essenceoftheentrepreneur.co.uk and watch the video interviews below with 2008 winner Jennifer Irvine and BT Business Strategy and Commercial Director Mick Hegarty. The deadline for entries is 31 August 2009.

BT Business Strategy and Commercial Director Mick Hegarty


2008 winner Jennifer Irvine - Pure Package


BT Business Start Up Grant

BT Business is looking to help one budding entrepreneur take their business to the next level with a fantastic £10,000 grant. A panel of judges will select a winner who not only has a brilliant, innovative and unique business idea but who also demonstrates the pioneering qualities needed to succeed.

So if you’ve got idea for a new venture or you’re running an established business that needs an extra cash boost to launch a new product or service or expand into a new market, you could benefit from this substantial grant.

To enter, visit www.btbusinessexperience.com/grant/entry/ . The closing date is 31 August 2009.