ACKNOWLEDGING GROWTH
Young people across Australia who have incredibly creative ideas are developing and running amazing businesses, and are creating value for their communities.
We want to acknowledge these young people and give them the support to expand their impact.
By getting involved, students can join a growing community of young people doing innovative things through business.
ARE YOU:
AGED 10-18?
SOLVING A PROBLEM?
WORKING ON AN AMAZING IDEA?
DEVELOPING A SOLUTION?
MAKING AN IMPACT?
SUPPORTING COMMUNITY?
GET RECOGNISED &
SHARE IN $20K IN PRIZES!
Enter as an individual or as a team!
NOMINATIONS CLOSE 15th OCTOBER 2025.
AWARD CATEGORIES
This award recognises the most inspiring and innovative teen entrepreneurs.
This award recognises the most inspiring and innovative indigenous entrepreneurs.
This award recognises regional and rural entrepreneurs. It is focused on acknowledging young people living in these areas and celebrates their hard work and innovative ideas that help their communities thrive.
This award recognises the most inspiring and innovative tween entrepreneurs.
New for 2025! This award recognises the most inspiring teen entrepreneurs running a digital business.
This award acknowledges founders whose enterprises have the most potential to create impact in their community and make the world a better place.
This award recognises a school who has made an impact on students and the community through the $20 Boss program.
This award acknowledges someone who is supporting young people involved in entrepreneurial education.
This award acknowledges an educator who is championing entrepreneurial education. It will recognise educators who are having an impact in their school but also on other teachers, nearby schools or their community.
PREVIOUS WINNER:
2023 TWEENPRENUER OF THE YEAR
SWEET TOOTH MARSHMALLOWS
OVER $20K
PRIZE POOL!
Share in a prize pool valued at over $20,000 with all student winners receiving 2 X mentoring sessions with industry leaders.
All entries receive a digital certificate and feedback from the Teens in Business Awards team.
Go to our Frequently Asked Questions for more details.
PREVIOUS WINNERS:
2022 TWEENPRENUERS OF THE YEAR
CINNAMON
COVE
TEENS IN BUSINESS PAST WINNER:
Our Pixie Friends.
2021 Tweenpreneur of the Year Winner, Siobhan shares her inspiring personal story that led to the founding of Our Pixie Friends.
TEENS IN BUSINESS PAST WINNER:
Seb Stritt.
2022 Teens in Business Awards Winner, Seb Stritt shares his journey into entrepreneurship and how the Teens in Business Awards has been a life-changing experience.
Seb is now on the Young Change Agents Youth Council which helps advocate for other teenage entrepreneurs.
TEENS IN BUSINESS PAST FINALIST:
Happy Paws.
2021 Teenpreneur of the Year Finalist, Angus, shares the impact the awards have had on his business and his overall confidence.
5 REASONS TO GET INVOLVED
Young people have a unique perspective that is needed to help address some of the world’s problems and challenges. We want to hear yours!
Share your ideas and solutions with the world.
Get feedback on your idea from the startup community.
Be part of a growing community of young people interested in business that makes a positive impact on the world.
Get recognised for your work and build your portfolio of achievements!
ELIGIBILITY
All student entrants must be aged 10 -18 years and attend an Australian primary or high school, or have completed within the last calendar year. All educators must be currently working at an Australian school.
Awards Open
June 2nd 2025
KEY DATES
Judges Announced
July 1st 2025
Finalists Announced
October 27th 2025
Certificates/Prizes sent & Mentoring
Dec-Feb 2025-26
Awards Close
October 15th 2025
Finalist Showcase & Winners announced
November 5th 2025
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