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Banco de Chile entrepreneurship contest

Overview

Banco de Chile has initiated the tenth edition of its National Entrepreneurship Challenge, known as Desafío Emprendedor. The competition is designed to support the entrepreneurial ecosystem by offering more than $200 million in prizes.

The program features a restructured format consisting of two primary categories: Desafío Pyme, which supports micro, small, and medium enterprises addressing local or global needs, and Desafío Startup, which focuses on highly scalable, innovative business models. In addition to financial prizes, the initiative provides participants with professional networks, tools, and educational courses. Applications are being accepted via the bank’s website until October 18, 2026.

Entities

Banco de Chile · Eduardo Ebensperger · Walmart Chile · Banesco Banco Universal

Timeline

  1. 15 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Banco de Chile launches entrepreneurship contest with $200 million in prizes

    Banco de Chile has opened applications for the tenth Desafío Emprendedor, offering over $200 million in prizes to support SMEs and innovative startups in Chile.

  2. 16 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Banesco launches 2026 seed capital program for entrepreneurs

    Banesco has opened applications for its 2026 Participatory Budget for Entrepreneurs, offering non-reimbursable seed capital of approximately 4,166 USD to certified micro-businesses in Venezuela.

Sources

2001online.com · chocale.cl · hirextra.hu · noticiasaldiayalahora.co · prensa-cultural.com · revistabusinessvenezuela.com · viking-power.no