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COY 2025 – Stages

Application

Learn about the selection process, eligibility criteria, and pre-registration for student companies.

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Get Ready

Educational content for participants and key information for chaperones to prepare for the COY experience.

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On-site

Meet the finalists, discover the event agenda, and get to know the judges and COY Influencers in real time.

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Recap

Watch recap videos, see the winners, and explore highlights from the event.

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About The Company Program

The Company encourages students to create, organize, and operate a real venture. Young people experience the importance of innovation, generating impact, taking risks, making decisions, and working as a team. At the same time, they acquire tools for project management and finance while developing their socio-emotional skills. Students are guided by adult mentors (teachers, volunteers, or facilitators) and receive ongoing support from JA. The company has been transforming the lives of young people around the world for over 100 years.

About COY 2025

The Company of the Year (COY) competition brings together the top teams from JA Company Program across the Americas. Over four days, students showcase their ventures, compete before international judges, and connect with business leaders in a unique event held alongside the Global Leadership Conference (GLC).

Date

November 17–20, 2025

Location

Hotel Nacional, Rio de Janeiro

Tentative Agenda

    
    
    COY 2025 Agenda
    
    



    
    Day 1 | Monday, Nov 17
Arrival
Check-in and welcome at Hotel Nacional
Lunch
Networking and free time
Educational Activity
Kick-off learning session
Welcome Dinner
Evening gathering for all participants
Day 2 | Tuesday, Nov 18
Pitches
Company presentations to the jury
Trade Fair
Exhibition of company stands
Cultural Night
Showcasing the diversity of our participants
Day 3 | Wednesday, Nov 19
Interviews
Final evaluation meetings with the jury
Sightseeing Activity
Explore Rio de Janeiro’s iconic spots
Awards Dinner
Joint ceremony with the Global Leadership Conference (GLC)
Day 4 | Thursday, Nov 20
Breakfast & Departure
Farewell and check-out

About Fees & Coverage

Fees

Approximately 650 USD (to be confirmed).

Coverage

Covers 3 students + 1 adult advisor. Option to include 2 additional students + 1 extra advisor (subject to hotel capacity).

Financial Assistance

Available through the same process as company applications. Results announced alongside the finalists.