Deadline: May 6, 2024
Applications are now open for the FirstPreneur Entrepreneurship Development Programme 2024 This program aims to promote employment, financial growth, and support for startups, while also contributing to broader objectives such as community impact and financial literacy. Through collaboration, it seeks to create a lasting impact on the entrepreneurial landscape, promoting innovation and sustainability.
In recognition of the transformative power of collaboration, First National Bank Botswana and TheNeoHub have joined forces to launch The FirstPreneur, a comprehensive two-year program aimed at nurturing, supporting, and accelerating entrepreneurs in building sustainable businesses. This strategic partnership seeks to leverage the strengths of both organizations to create a synergistic force that accelerates startup development, with a particular emphasis on empowering young people and women.
The FirstPreneur's shared vision goes beyond immediate goals, encompassing job creation, financial growth, and support for startups. It aspires to contribute to broader objectives such as community impact, financial literacy, and the establishment of a robust financial ecosystem for small, medium, and micro-enterprises (SMEs). By joining forces, the program seeks to create a lasting impact on the entrepreneurial landscape, fostering a culture of innovation and sustainability.
Benefits
- Global Trade and Business Development: Navigate international markets and expand your business horizons.
- Banking and Finance: Access strategic financial insights and solutions tailored to your business needs. This program includes a dedicated FNB relationship manager.
- Product Development: Enhance and innovate your product offerings to achieve maximum market impact.
- Growth Hacking and Marketing: Unleash powerful marketing strategies and growth hacking techniques to elevate your brand.
- Governance and Team Alignment: Ensure strong governance structures and keep your team aligned with your business objectives.
Eligibility
- To be a citizen-owned, established 100% company or a market-oriented social enterprise.
- In operation for at least 2 years.
- To lead a company with a strong value proposition and growth potential.
- Have a management team of at least two people in addition to the CEO or founder.
- An existing track record of impact.
- An entrepreneurial mindset.
Application
For more information, visit FirstPreneur .
