The Hague Innovators for a better world

• Be introduced to valuable contacts from the ImpactCity network;
• Receive professional, tailored training depending on your registration. A pitch training to help you effectively present your business to potential investors and customers, and for students a business model canvas training to sharpen your business plan;
• A one-on-one coaching session with a renowned partner to support your development;
• Get the chance to meet both starting and established entrepreneurs from The Hague and visit various hubs in the city;
• Visibility in the media and within the ImpactCity network;
• Video shoot featuring your business and the other nominees;*
• Optional: Offered media appearances such as a radio interview on Den Haag FM;
• Two tickets to ImpactFest 2025;
• A stage for your business during ImpactFest, attended by relevant investors, partners, and (international) entrepreneurs;
• In short, a unique opportunity to put your business in the spotlight and increase your impact.

*The video shoot is only applicable for nominees of the ‘Best Innovator Award’.

For the Best Innovator & Audience Awards:

• Your innovative business tackles a global issue described in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs);
• Your company has existed for a maximum of six years;
• Your company has a Chamber of Commerce number with the location in The Hague or the intention to move to The Hague. Not based in The Hague yet? Then we need a declaration of intent;
• You are available for approximately 4 hours per week during the period from September 29 to October 31. Participation in the fixed programme components is mandatory; participation in additional events is optional. You will find the important dates below.

For the Future Innovator Award:

• You have a business plan for an innovative idea that addresses a global issue outlined in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs);
• You live in The Hague or are enrolled at a university or university of applied sciences in The Hague;
• Age or year of study does not matter;
• Registration with the Chamber of Commerce is not required;
• You are available for approximately 4 hours per week during weeks 40 to 44;
• You are available for approximately 4 hours per week during the period from September 29 to October 31. Participation in the fixed programme components is mandatory; participation in additional events is optional. You will find the important dates below.