Young Entrepreneurs Excel in PwC "Grow Your Money" Competition
Doha College pupils showcased innovation, teamwork, and business acumen at the PwC “Grow Your Money” finals, turning startup funding into successful ventures that impressed industry professionals.
25 September 2025 marked the exciting conclusion of the first-of-its-kind PwC “Grow Your Money” competition, with the finals held at the prestigious PwC offices in Tornado Tower, West Bay.
The event was the culmination of an inspiring journey that began as a co-curricular activity (CCA) in Term 3 of last academic year, when ten ambitious Year 10 pupil groups took on the challenge of turning a QR 500 startup fund, generously donated by PwC, into profitable business ventures.
Nurturing the Spirit of Entrepreneurship
Each team was tasked with developing a full business model, from brainstorming their initial ideas to crafting business plans, marketing strategies, and finally, operating their businesses over an intensive 8-week period.
The programme was designed to build entrepreneurial thinking, financial literacy, collaboration, and presentation skills - key competencies for future success.
Four Finalists
After initial pitches and weeks of hard work, four standout groups were selected to advance to the finals:
- Ignite – A creative candle-making business
- Threads for Hope – A custom-designed t-shirt enterprise supporting causes around the globe
- Once Upon a Box – A mystery box business filled with handpicked surprises
- Custom Craze – A vibrant business offering customised t-shirts and bracelets
These teams had the incredible opportunity to present their journeys and outcomes to a panel of PwC business partners.
The standard on the day was nothing short of exceptional. Each group demonstrated not only the profitability of their ventures but also their ability to communicate with professionalism, clarity, and passion.
After much deliberation, the judges announced the overall winner: Once Upon a Box. The team impressed the panel with their innovative concept, engaging presentation, and most importantly, their impressive profits. Their ability to create a unique customer experience while also managing their business effectively set them apart. PwC partners commended all the finalists for their maturity, creativity, and dedication.
The competition not only showcased the pupils' business acumen but also highlighted the value of real-world learning experiences in developing life-long skills.
Hear from our pupils live at the PwC office!
In total, the competition raised QAR 5,669, which will be donated to Education Above All, a meaningful contribution that extends the impact of the pupils’ efforts beyond the classroom.
Congratulations to all participants and especially to our finalists for their remarkable achievements. The Grow Your Money initiative has certainly lit a spark in the next generation of entrepreneurs!
TERESA MENTON - HEAD OF KEY STAGE 4 ENGLISH AND PWC GROW YOUR MONEY CCA LEAD
