This contest is now closed. A new contest will be announced in December 2024.
Read results from the 2024 contest here.
Calling All Writers! The Ben Graham Centre for Value Investing Wants You! Get ready for the return of our much-anticipated Blog Writing Contest in 2024.
Contest Details
- No Entry Fees: Participation is absolutely free.
- Entry Notification: Let our Ben Graham Centre Coordinator know of your intent to enter via email before January 23, 2024.
- Mark Your Calendar: Be sure to attend the following Ivey Value Investing Classes Guest Speaker event (The event will not be offered virtually):
- Date: January 25, 2024
- Speaker: KC Parker, Vice President, U.S. and International Equities, Beutel, Goodman & Company Ltd., Toronto, ON, Canada
- Time: 6:20pm - 8:00pm
- Location: Ivey Business School, Room 1100
- Share Your Insights: After attending the event, craft a compelling overview blog that highlights your key takeaways.
- No Experience Needed: Whether you're a seasoned writer or just dipping your toes, we welcome anyone eager to explore the world of value investing. Your work will be reviewed/edited by Centre staff before being posted on our Blog web-page.
- Deadline: Your blog will be due on February 5, 2024.
- Winner Announcement: The winner will be announced on February 9, 2024.
Blog Details
- Preferred Format: Submit your work in a Word document format.
- Visuals Unnecessary: Photos are not required for this contest, but you are welcome to provide a "royalty-free" image if you have one to compliment your blog.
- Audience Focus: Our primary audience includes Ivey students, alumni, faculty, staff, and Ben Graham Centre supporters. Keep in mind their varying degrees of value investing knowledge.
Writing Tips
- Engage and Connect: Craft your narrative in a conversational and engaging tone, ensuring your words resonate with readers.
- Word Count: Aim for a concise 400-500 words, delivering impactful insights efficiently.
- Capture Your Takeaways: Before you begin, have a clear sense of your key takeaways from the event. Let these guide you as you write.
- Clarity and Simplicity: Opt for clarity and simplicity in your prose. Avoid lengthy sentences, keeping your writing accessible and easy to understand.
- Creative Formatting: Elevate your content by employing an engaging title and compelling subtitles throughout your blog. Make your insights leap from the screen.
- Relevant Links: If/When necessary, include links to relevant materials to enhance your readers' understanding.
- Hook Your Readers: Initiate your blog with an intriguing hook—a concise sentence designed to capture your audience's curiosity and draw them in.
- Quotations with Precision: If you choose to use quotes, ensure they are 100% accurate representations of the speaker's words.
Your Prize Awaits
- Your Choice: The victorious writer can select one of the following prizes:
- $200 cash prize, or
- Complimentary attendance to the Ben Graham Centre’s 2024 Value Investing Conference (Note: Prize covers registration fees only, excluding travel/accommodation costs).
- Valuable Reading: Additionally, the winner will receive a hardcover copy of Richard H. Lawrence's book, "THE MODEL: 37 Years Investing in Asian Equities".
- Claim Your Credit: Enjoy a prominent writing credit when your work is published to our blog web-page. And, if your content finds its way into our bi-annual Newsletter, you'll receive recognition there too.
Ready to Join? Have Questions?
- Reach Out: For contest participation or any inquiries, connect with the Ben Graham Centre Coordinator.
Let your voice be heard! Your insights could not only win you impressive rewards but also leave a lasting resource in the world of value investing.