#FrancePeachy #BigAppleBusiness The French American Entrepreneurship Award (FAEA) Launches the 16th Edition of its Startup Competition; Accepting Entries from March 18th to May 2nd, 2025
The FAEA will recognize high-potential U.S.-based startups led by French Entrepreneurs
The French American Entrepreneurship Award (FAEA) is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2025, and 16th, edition of its leading startup competition. Since 2008, the FAEA has been a cornerstone of the French entrepreneurial ecosystem in the U.S., bringing together critical business entities that can help French founders succeed in the highly competitive American market.
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FAEA is more than just a competition; it is a unique opportunity for startups to gain unparalleled visibility, access influential business leaders, and tap into a network that can propel their ventures forward. Winning the FAEA is a stamp of credibility that has helped previous recipients secure funding, strategic partnerships, and international recognition. Startups are evaluated for their innovative, viable, and scalable business models by a jury consisting of leading executives, entrepreneurs, seasoned investors, and FAEA partners.
Beyond cash and in-kind prizes, winners receive extensive media exposure, as well as exclusive networking opportunities with top-tier French and American business communities. “Winning the FAEA provided invaluable exposure and introduced me to the French economic community in New York at a crucial time, as I had just arrived from France. The connections I made—both professional and personal—helped me integrate quickly and opened doors that accelerated WeWard’s growth in the U.S.,” says Yves Benchimol, CEO and founder of WeWard, winner of the FAEA in June 2024. WeWard recently announced a partnership with Venus Williams, further expanding its global reach. Last year’s winners also included Yuka and Aspivix.
The FAEA is organized with the unwavering support of the most influential French business and economic organizations in the U.S., creating an ecosystem designed to help French entrepreneurs thrive:
- Business France
- The Consulate General of France in New York
- French American Chamber of Commerce New York
- BPI France
- FrenchFounders
- French Morning
- La French Tech New York
- L’Alliance New York
- The North American Committee of French Foreign Trade Advisors (CCE)
- The Lycée Français de New York
- She for S.H.E
Together, the FAEA and these organizations provide founders with the essential tools, expertise, and connections needed to navigate the U.S. market and accelerate their growth.
The success of the FAEA is made possible through the generous backing of our sponsors:
- Gold Sponsors: Corporate Suites, FrenchFounders, Pramex,
- Silver Sponsors: Air France, Ernst & Linder, Jade Fiducial, Pressario,
- Bronze Sponsors: Agora Expat, Angelina Paris USA, Comexposium, Dolce Brooklyn, Extend, Kids Empire, Loop Seven, LR Paris, Noovo, Pitco Foods, Roche Bobois, Saint James, Walter.
HOW TO APPLY
U.S.-based startups founded or led by French entrepreneurs are invited to learn more about the FAEA at faea-us.com (http://faea-us.com). Applications must be submitted via the website between March 18th and May 2nd, 2025. Finalists will have the opportunity to pitch their startup at a ceremony hosted at The Consulate General of France in New York on June 3rd, 2025. Winners will be announced during the event.
This is your chance to gain the recognition, support, and connections that could take your startup to the next level. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the premier French entrepreneurial network in the U.S. and position your business for success!
