26/09/2023
In the heart of Paris, at the illustrious Trianon Elysée Montmartre, history was made on September 22, 2023. 🗼🗼
The stage was set, emotions ran high, and the world watched in awe as Hult Prize hosted its grand finale. In an unexpected twist, iconic Former President Bill Clinton took the stage ( online), unveiling 2024 challenge that dares young entrepreneurs worldwide to dream big and innovate freely, unbounded by specific sector. Paris Global Finals also saw presence of luminaries like Stella McCartney and Miss Universe R'bonny Gabriel, adding an unparalleled aura of glamour to an already electric atmosphere. 200,000 aspiring minds joined the journey on campuses worldwide, a select 11,000 emerged as global summit contenders, only 23 startups secured a coveted spot in the Digital Accelerator semi-finals. Among these remarkable 23 startups, after a thorough review of all teams and their ventures, one stood out— Skander chose Banofi, a startup that transforms Banana waste into vegan cruelty-free Leather.
During Digital Accelerator held from July to August 2023, Skander's expertise shone, and other startups, including Graff INC and Innovious, sought his guidance.. As a proud mentor, Skander was delighted to see these three startups secure three out of six spots in the finals, each with $100,000 already in their pockets, regardless of the final outcome.
The day of reckoning arrived, esteemed judges made an unequivocal decision: Banofi was declared the victor, walking away with a staggering ONE MILLION US DOLLARS in investment.
This momentous achievement is a testament to the indomitable spirit of our CEO, Skander, and the unwavering commitment to excellence. With 3 teams securing their spots in the finals and one emerging as the grand prize winner, Skander's brilliance shines brighter than ever. This victory fuels our passion even further, propelling us to champion the cause of young entrepreneurs and the leaders of tomorrow.
Join us in celebrating this extraordinary accomplishment.