"Know our own": Tatarstan leads in the number of applications

      The competition for emerging Russian brands "Know Our Own" has received over 16,000 applications from 86 regions of Russia. The Republic of Tatarstan has become the leader in entrepreneurial activity, reports the Agency for Strategic Initiatives. The top ten also includes the Republic of Bashkortostan, Nizhny Novgorod region, Republic of Mordovia, Primorsky Krai, Moscow, Chelyabinsk, Saratov, Samara, and Vologda regions. Analysts noted that the nominations "Ready and Functional Food," "Industrial Technologies," and "Farm Products" generated the most interest among participants. Given the high activity of entrepreneurs, the organizers decided to extend the application deadline — it is now possible to apply until June 15 inclusive on the website znaiknashih.asi.rf. One competition — more than 30 nominations. This season, the competition covers five key areas: food products, health and sports goods, creative industries, consumer brands, and technologies. A separate track is dedicated to technology companies — from artificial intelligence to unmanned systems. What winners will receive. Representatives of small and medium-sized businesses who become winners can expect: special programs from 60 competition partners; assistance in promoting products; access to federal retail chains; access to educational projects; participation in major business events. Important for the calendar. The expertise of applications and the selection of finalists will take place in several stages. The award ceremony for the winners will be held in July. Reference. The annual competition "Know Our Own" has been held at the request of President of Russia Vladimir Putin since 2023. Over three seasons, more than 30,000 companies have participated. The main goal of the competition is to support small and medium-sized businesses that demonstrate sustainable growth rates and a high degree of localization of production.