Monaco’s entrepreneurial spirit took centre stage at the 29th Concours de Création d’Entreprise, an event organised by the Jeune Chambre Économique de Monaco (JCI Monaco) that championed the young talents and standout start-up ventures that are chartering new paths and futures in the Principality.
On 10th December, Monaco Life attended the prestigious 29th edition of the Concours de Création d’Entreprise (CCE) at the Auditorium Rainier III.
The evening celebrated the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of the Principality, with Charly Nestor as Master of Ceremonies and musical performances by Les Archets d’Ingres adding a vibrant touch to the event.
Clément Maréchal, President of JCI Monaco in 2024, opened the awards by reflecting on the organisation’s efforts to support entrepreneurship and innovation in the Principality, saying, “This year has been one of progress and achievement, as the JCI has established itself as a key player in supporting Monaco’s entrepreneurial spirit.”
This year, JCI Monaco demonstrated its continued progress with the launch of two new initiatives, Monaco Inspire and the Start-Up Meeting. Both programmes are designed to support entrepreneurs in the Principality, with the aim of becoming annual fixtures that further solidify JCI’s role as a driving force for innovation and business development in Monaco.
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Minister of State Didier Guillaume followed, addressing Monaco’s dedication to supporting youth, entrepreneurship and innovation—values championed by Prince Albert II.
“The Principality will always stand behind its entrepreneurs,” he said. “You can be assured of our unwavering support as you pursue your ideas and ambitions.”
Winners of CCE 2024
The evening showcased innovative projects through the Graine d’Entrepreneur 2024 presentations before transitioning to the main event, the Concours de Création d’Entreprise awards.
The Prix du Gouvernement Princier was awarded to ExcelloCenter, a company founded by Romain Le Rouge and Alexis Lanari. ExcelloCenter supports primary and secondary school students through personalised tutoring services, flexible schedules and holiday workshops. Their centre, located near the FANB school, operates into the evenings and on Saturday mornings, providing educational support to students outside of the school environment.
The Prix de la Jeune Chambre Économique de Monaco was given to Drones for Yachts, a venture led by Pierre Deyris and Marta Migliorero. Their innovative project involves a marketplace accessible through an app or website that enables yacht owners and crew members to order and receive goods via Beluga drones while docked near participating marinas.
Sianatech, represented by Yacine Bayar, received the Prix Coup de Cœur du Jury for its innovative approach to technical management and maintenance. By combining specialised expertise with performance optimisation, Sianatech is transforming the way maintenance processes are handled.
The winners of the competition received significant financial prizes, with €40,000 awarded for first place and €21,000 for second place, providing vital resources to support the development of their ventures.
The Concours de Création d’Entreprise is supported by the Monaco Government, the Department of Economic Expansion and a variety of private sponsors. Over the years, it has facilitated the success of numerous businesses, including Carlo App and Le Teashop, and remains an essential initiative for encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship in Monaco.
Looking ahead, Maréchal added, “For 2025, we already have clear objectives and strategies in place to continue building on this momentum.”
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Photo of ExcelloCenter founders receiving their award, supplied by JCI Monaco