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\nBright Red Sparks<\/a> is our annual celebration of innovation and enterprise at Edinburgh Napier University.<\/p>\n

The 2021 competition consists of five main categories open to Edinburgh Napier staff, students, and alumni within 5 years of graduation.<\/p>\n

There are over \u00a320,000 in cash prizes to be won, in-kind support from our amazing supporters, plus business coaching to help you reach your entrepreneurial goals.<\/p>\n

Applications are now open<\/a> for the Business of the Year category.<\/p>\n

Apply by 5pm Monday, 10 May 2021<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

*** ENTER HERE ***<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Bright Red Sparks<\/a> – <\/strong>Lightbulb moments, inspiring people<\/strong>.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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