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Rising Star 2026

Apply for Rising Star 2026

Submit your application by 9 October 2026. All applications will be reviewed by an independent jury based on the Rising Star award criteria.

Application deadline: 9 October 2026
Jury evaluation: All eligible applications are reviewed by the jury
Finalists: Selected finalists will be announced ahead of the event
Awards Ceremony: The winner will be revealed and celebrated at the Scandinavian Business Awards 2026

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Briefly describe your business, the problem you solve, and the customers you serve.
Tell us about the journey so far. What problem did you want to solve? What makes your business different?
Perhaps: • Winning your first customer • Launching a new product • Entering a new market • Growing your team • Raising investment • Building a partnership We want to hear the story behind it.
Tell us about your ambitions over the next three to five years. Where do you see your business heading?
Describe any customers, suppliers, partners, investors or collaborations with Scandinavia. Or tell us how you hope to strengthen those relationships in the future.
How are you creating value beyond business growth? This could include: • Sustainability • Employees • Customers • Society • Your local community
Annual Turnover (mEUR), EBIT, Export % Number of Employees for 2024, 2025 and forecast for 2026. (This information will be kept confidential)