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The Lord Lieutenant of Hertfordshire’s Entrepreneurs Challenge is now open

15 Apr 26
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Are you building an innovative business with big growth ambitions? If your company is under 5 years old, based in Hertfordshire, and ready to scale, this is an opportunity not to miss.

The Lord Lieutenant of Hertfordshire’s Entrepreneurs Challenge is now open for entries. Pitch your business to leading industry experts, gain valuable support, and showcase your brand at the Hertfordshire County Show.

Key benefits
Free trade stand at the Hertfordshire County Show (30,000+ visitors)
Access to expert mentoring, marketing, legal & financial support
Opportunity to pitch to senior business leaders
Exposure, credibility, and PR opportunities
Support from the University of Hertfordshire Enterprise Hub & Herts Chamber Membership

Why apply?
This isn’t just a competition it’s a launchpad.

Get customers: showcase your business to thousands of visitors
Build credibility: backed by the Lord-Lieutenant of Hertfordshire
Accelerate growth: access support worth over £20,000
Raise your profile: gain visibility with media and industry leaders

Who should apply?
Ambitious businesses that:

Are based in Hertfordshire
Have been trading for less than 5 years
Have a product or service ready to showcase
Are ready to grow and take advantage of this opportunity

What happens?
Apply online
Selected businesses are invited to pitch
Finalists showcase at the Hertfordshire County Show
Winners receive a package of support to accelerate growth

Apply by 30th April 2026

Win over £20,000 in business support, expert mentoring, and exposure to over 30,000 customers.
Win over £20,000 in business support, expert mentoring, and exposure to over 30,000 customers.