Norway’s most innovative young entrepreneurs meet at the NM.

Over 13,000 students have established a total of 2,500 youth businesses this year, and through regional finals the best 67 are qualified to compete in the NM Youth Business at Nova Spektrum in Lillestrøm on 7 May. This national event, organized by Young Entrepreneurship Norway, offers a variety of innovative solutions and creative products presented by young people from all over the country.

From reuse and rubber granulate solution to social entrepreneurship, sustainable construction elements and important technological innovations. This year’s youth companies cover a wide range of industries and initiatives. The event will consist of stand presentations, pitch competitions and jury interviews, where the young people will have the opportunity to impress jury members consisting of leaders from working life and politics.

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“This year’s NM for youth companies shows an incredible creative power among Norwegian youth. We look forward to exploring and celebrating their creative ideas and innovative solutions, which not only represent the next generation of entrepreneurs, but also future managers and employees,” says Grete Ingeborg Nykkelmo, managing director director of Young Entrepreneurship Norway.

A total of 15 prizes will be awarded during this year’s NM, and the winner of the highest prize, “Norway’s Best Youth Company”, will have the honor of representing Norway in the Gen-E European final, which will be held in Catania, Italy 2-5 July.