Entrepreneurs win CVC San Francisco Young Innovator Awards

The CVC team in San Francisco recently hosted the CVC Young Innovator Awards with our charity partner Sky’s the Limit.

The awards supports entrepreneurs, focusing on young people from under-represented backgrounds, with the winners receiving both cash grants, as well as ongoing mentoring and support.

Five entrepreneurs pitched for funding and support to a panel of CVC colleagues.

The 2023 YIA San Francisco winners:

MBur Candle Co.

Luxurious, eco-friendly 100% beeswax candles for a healthier, happier lifestyle.

You are the prize/Launch Ahead

Transforming the child welfare landscape through personalised coaching, innovative resources and technology-driven solutions, ultimately empowering young people to overcome trauma and achieve their full potential.

Sky’s the Limit

Sky’s the Limit connects underrepresented entrepreneurs with volunteer business professionals for free one-on-one mentoring. Entrepreneurs also get access to free, members-only events, business templates, and funding opportunities.

So far, the charity has worked with almost 40,000 underrepresented entrepreneurs have requested help for businesses in all industries.