Competition timetable
There are several stages in the Flare Ignite competition. Here are a few dates for your diary.
Diary dates for Flare Ignite 2022
| Date | Flare Ignite event | Please note |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday 20 February 2022 | Expression of interest entry deadline | Only eligible entries will be considered (subject to the rules and disclaimers). Expression of interest forms must be submitted by 23:59. |
| Friday 25 March 2022 | Last day to submit your business canvas | Business canvasses must be submitted by 23:59. |
| Friday 29 April 2022 | Flare Ignite result will be announced by email to all applicants | All successful applicants will need to confirm participation in the final and agree to attend all relevant support sessions to prepare for their finalist pitches. |
| Thursday 09 June 2022 | Flare Ignite finalist pitching day | All finalists will need to be available on this date to pitch their business ideas to the judging panel. |
Diary dates for Flare Ignite support
| Date | Flare Ignite event | Please note |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 9 March – Thursday 10 March 2022 | Enterprise Bootcamp Event | All Flare Ignite applicants are required to attend the Enterprise Bootcamp event, to learn how to write their Business Model Canvases. |
| Wednesday 18 May – Thursday 19 May 2022 | Enterprise Bootcamp for Flare Ignite Finalists | All Flare Ignite finalists are required to attend this Enterprise Bootcamp event, to prepare and practise their pitches in advance of the Flare Ignite final. |
Diary dates for Flare Ignite awards
| Date | Flare Ignite event | Please note |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday 16 June 2022 | All finalists will attend one day of pitching and promoting their business | Finalists will be given access to a stand where they can promote their business or business idea. Pitching practice sessions will be offered in advance. Alternative arrangements will be made should the awards day need to be held online. |