Selection Criteria

Entrepreneurs are screened and selected by Endeavor according to the following selection criteria. While most entrepreneur candidates lead companies with at least R3m in revenues, Endeavor seeks entrepreneurs at varying stages so long as they are at a “tipping point” at which Endeavor can help the entrepreneur reach new levels.

	Entrepreneurial Initiative: Candidates must possess the energy, passion, drive and persistence to develop their businesses into successful companies. They should have a track record of entrepreneurship and demonstrated execution abilities required to mobilize the necessary resources.
	Role Model Potential: Candidates should possess the strong personal presence, leadership qualities and “story” to inspire others. They should also demonstrate commitment to mentoring and knowledge sharing.
	Development Impact: Candidates’ businesses should have high growth potential and should be likely to create substantial economic value through job creation, profitable enterprises, or, in relevant cases, shareholder value. Typically, Endeavor looks at entrepreneurs with companies in the range of $500,000 to $10m in sales at point of selection. With any “concept company” or early stage company below this range, the business must show high potential for growth.
	Business Innovation: Candidates should be building businesses with innovative products/services that have a real potential to change/improve the way the industry operates.
	Ethical Fiber: Candidates should inspire instinctive trust. Reference checks must confirm their unquestionable integrity and respect for rule of law. Candidates also should demonstrate commitment to giving back to the community.
	Fit with Endeavor: Endeavor must see a clear opportunity to increase candidates’ chances for success through targeted advice on strategy, organization or resource development. Candidates must be willing to listen, learn and accept support from Endeavor. They also must demonstrate a willingness to contribute to the sustainability of the local Endeavor entity through personal donations of time and, eventually, financial resources.
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