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Exciting Announcement! Hindsight Ventures in collaboration with DOT Tanzania is thrilled to introduce the Innovation Managers Executive Learning Program – a 12-week, comprehensive, module-based initiative designed to empower future leaders in the world of Entrepreneurship Support Organizations (ESOs)! 🌟Why Join?🌟 🔑Comprehensive Curriculum: Gain vital skills in innovation management, ecosystem mapping, program design and management, startup selection and support, corporate innovation, and impact measurement. 📚Expert Knowledge: Learn from seasoned professionals and industry experts who will guide you through the extensive curriculum. 🌐Network & Collaborate: Connect with like-minded professionals and build a robust network to support your journey in the innovation ecosystem. 🔑Lead the Future: Equip yourself with the knowledge, skills, and resources to lead effective, sustainable, and scalable ESOs. Don't miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation and entrepreneurship! Join us in shaping the future of startup support and corporate innovation. 🌐Learn More and APPLY Here: https://bit.ly/3KG4ed4 This is your chance to make a lasting impact in the innovation ecosystem. Let's innovate, lead, and inspire! #InnovationLeadership #Entrepreneurship #StartupSupport #InnovationManagement #ExecutiveLearning #InnovationManagers #ESOs #Mentorship #CorporateInnovation

[Sharing Corner] ⭐ Part 2: Recognizing the right stages of maturity to coach and mentor Mr. Errol Kruger, Chief Innovation Officers, Enjoy The Air Limited, insisted the essence of knowing when to play a role as a coach or to be a mentor accordance to the stage of maturity. Understanding the stages of maturity in a startup is paramount for any mentor or coach seeking to guide and support emerging entrepreneurs. Each phase, from inception to growth and potentially exit, presents distinct challenges and opportunities. In the nascent stages, mentors can offer foundational advice on developing a viable business model. As the startup matures, guidance shifts towards strategic scaling, team building, and navigating complexities associated with increased market presence. A seasoned mentor comprehends the nuances of each stage, recognizing that a startup's needs evolve over time. He believed successful mentorship hinges on aligning advice with the startup's specific maturity level, fostering a resilient and adaptable entrepreneurial journey. —-------------------------------- Community of Practice in Innovation & Entrepreneurship Coaching in Asia Pacific - A community of impactful individuals and organizations who are consciously excelling in coaching, leadership & innovation in Asia Pacific Regions, adopting and enhancing skills at the global level.  #EMCC #SIC #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #SharingCorner For more information, please contact:  - Email: emcc.innovation@gmail.com

Impact Pioneers'24 is a program designed to empower leaders in impact entrepreneurship. It focuses on nurturing and growing businesses that pursue environmental and social goals alongside financial success. 🌎 ➡What Participants Will Gain: 🔸Skill Enhancement: Improve your impact entrepreneurship management skills through new insights, practical cases, tools, and frameworks. 🔸Global Networking: Build long-term relationships with an international community of peers and the Swedish impact entrepreneurship ecosystem. 🔸Hands-On Experience: Engage with leading impact entrepreneurship hubs and innovation centers in Stockholm during the onsite week. 🔸Partnership Opportunities: Develop new international partnerships to support your organization's growth and impact. 🔸Support and Inspiration: Be inspired by cutting-edge developments in impact entrepreneurship and innovation. 🔸Practical Knowledge: Gain first-hand experience and knowledge from one of the world's leading ecosystems in sustainability and green transition. ➡Program Highlights: Online Sessions: Weekly networking and masterclasses from late August to early November 2024. Sweden Week: Onsite experience in Stockholm (October 21-25, 2024), including workshops, field visits, and networking. Long-term Impact: Plans for future partnerships and applying new skills in local ecosystems. ➡Eligibility: Open to leaders in organizations supporting sustainable and green transition entrepreneurship from 22 countries in Africa, Asia, and Europe. ➡Commitment: Participants should engage in weekly online activities and attend the onsite week in Stockholm. ➡Costs are covered by the Swedish Institute. For more information please visit: si.se/impactpioneers #swedishinstitute #stockholm #impactpioneers #event #leaders

📝 We are back with a brief summary of Info Day 2! Last week, an online event was held dedicated to the "Business and Innovation Services" and "Innovative Entrepreneurship" programmes, which offer grants of €10,000 and €25,000 euros respectively. The speakers discussed the differences between the types of support, the costs covered, and the evaluation stages. In particular, the Innovative Entrepreneurship programme focuses on: ✔ startups that continue to operate in Ukraine; ✔ startups led by women. A key aspect of the project is a lump sum payment mechanism, designed to reduce the administrative burden on startups, allowing them to focus more on project performance than financial management. 🔍 What are the non-financial benefits that programmes participants can have? ▪ Matchmaking, which will include individual matchmaking trips for each beneficiary based on their needs, as well as a monthly digest with a list of common partnership events. ▪ Access to Investors and Accelerators community, which will be provided through the Accelerace platform. It will allow startups to pass an investment readiness test, connect with relevant investors and accelerators, and access a collection of pitch decks from successful alumni.  ▪ Market Discovery Workshops — workshops aimed at providing comprehensive analytics of the EU market, which will start in May. ▪ Market Fast-Track programmes — a series of 2-week online programmes to facilitate access to EU markets, which will start in September. ▪ Female Entrepreneurship & Leadership programme — mentoring of female founders, support and guidance in their development in the tech arena. 👉 Do you have any additional questions? The full video of the Info Day 2 is available here: https://lnkd.in/ehFQMhf6

🌏 Let's talk about expansion to Asia and what help SMEs might need to make it successful. Next Wednesday at betahaus. RESEARCHPRENEURS is a direct player towards #intelligent transformation in EU and globally as we assist SMEs with product adaptation for local or abroad market needs and gaining long-lasting competitive edge by outsourcing product development tasks, business or sustainability strategies development to applied researchers and R&D experts on our collaborative platform. Reach out to me if you'd like to know more about business opportunities on Japan, Korea, China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Singapore or Indonesia. I might not know everything, though, I definitely know whom you can ask 😉 #researchpreneurs #productdevelopment #innovations #SMEs #rnd #ResearchandDevelopment

🌟 Exciting Opportunity Alert! 🚀 Hey everyone, I wanted to share some fantastic news with you! Young Founders Summit, a program that's close to my heart, is opening up applications for their 6th cohort. If you know any young change-makers aged 15-20 with a passion for entrepreneurship, this is a golden opportunity to make a difference! 🌍 About Young Founders Summit: They are on a mission to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs by offering mentorship, resources, and funding to help them launch impactful startups. 🚀 What's in Store This Year? Hold onto your seats because this year's program is going to be unforgettable! They're organising a thrilling 5-day Bootcamp in the vibrant city of Singapore. Participants will collaborate, brainstorm innovative solutions to global challenges, and then receive months of personalised mentorship. It's like Antler and EF, but designed specifically for young aspiring entrepreneurs. 🤔 Do Participants Need Prior Experience? Absolutely not! Young Founders Summit is looking for curious, driven, and resilient young minds who are passionate about technology and entrepreneurship. All they need to do is share why they're interested in entrepreneurship and the problems they want to solve. What's Included: 📚Comprehensive Training 🤝Seasoned Mentors 💰Access to Funding Who They're Looking For: 💭Dreamers 🧠Thinkers 🎨Creatives 🔨Builders Let's make sure no aspiring entrepreneur misses out on this incredible opportunity. Encourage them to apply now for YFS 2023 and join us in Singapore for a week of innovation, connection, and impact. Application Link: https://lnkd.in/gtD7mwHS Together, we can inspire the next generation of tech and entrepreneurship leaders. Connect them with experienced mentors, like-minded youth, and the chance to make a global impact. 🌐 #YoungFoundersSummit #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #YouthEmpowerment #nycsg #sayf

It is with great pride that I continue my role as a mentor in the Entrepreneurship program at #ReichmanUniversity, a position that has allowed me to witness firsthand the transformative power of mentorship. Throughout my mentorship at the #AdelsonSchool of #Entrepreneurship, I have come to appreciate the unique advantages of mentorship. It's not just about gaining access to a wealth of real-world business experience but also about tapping into a vast network of industry professionals and potential investors. In addition, entrepreneurial students often lack real-world business experience. A mentor can offer guidance and advice based on their experiences, assisting students in overcoming challenges and making informed decisions.   As a leading training organization in the Israeli ecosystem, I want to emphasize the importance of cultural competency in today's diverse and interconnected world, particularly entrepreneurship.   I want to mention three areas where cultural competency will help future startups grow in the global market: 1.    Navigating Cultural Differences: Cultural competency mentorship equips individuals with the skills to navigate cultural differences effectively. This includes understanding cultural norms, communication styles, and business practices in different parts of the world. With guidance from a culturally competent mentor, entrepreneurs can avoid misunderstandings and conflicts that may arise due to cultural differences.   2.    Understanding Diverse Perspectives: Cultural competency mentorship helps individuals understand and appreciate different cultural perspectives. Entrepreneurs often work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, and as such mentors with cultural competence can provide insights into how to collaborate and communicate across cultures effectively.   3.    Expanding Market Opportunities: Cultural competence enables entrepreneurs to identify and capitalize on market opportunities in diverse cultural contexts. By understanding different consumer segments' needs, preferences, and behaviors, entrepreneurs can develop products and services that resonate with a broader range of customers.   In summary, in today's globalized world, providing mentorship is crucial for startups' success and longevity. #culturalcompetency #culturematters #culturalagility #globalmindset Dafna Kariv Yossi Maaravi

🌟 Afternoon Collaboration at the Social Innovation Bootcamp: Delving Deep into Business Models! 🌟 Friday afternoon saw a surge of energy at the Social Innovation Bootcamp as student groups from WFI - Ingolstadt School of Management joined their start-up partners from Sub-Saharan Africa. The aim? To gain a thorough understanding of the innovative business models crafted by these inspiring female-led start-ups. 🚀 The afternoon sessions were dedicated to attentive listening, active learning, and laying the groundwork for impactful collaboration. Students immersed themselves in the entrepreneurs' narratives, posing insightful questions to grasp the intricacies of their business operations and the unique challenges they face. This deep dive was pivotal for shaping the foundation of their consulting efforts, aimed at developing minimum viable products (MVPs) to tackle key business challenges. The atmosphere buzzed with mutual respect and curiosity. Students were eager to glean wisdom from the entrepreneurs, who, in turn, generously shared their insights and experiences. This exchange of knowledge and perspectives epitomizes the essence of the Social Innovation Bootcamp – bridging continents to foster innovation and social impact. 💥 Armed with a comprehensive understanding of their partners' business models, our student consultants are poised to embark on a journey to create meaningful solutions for the remainder of the semester. The synergy among these diverse groups holds the promise of innovative outcomes that will drive tangible change. Stay tuned as we continue this exciting journey, empowering students and entrepreneurs to co-create a brighter future! 🌍💡 #SocialInnovationBootcamp #WFIIngolstadt #ImpactStartups #SubSaharanAfrica #FemaleEntrepreneurs #InterculturalCollaboration #Innovation #SocialImpact #MVPDevelopment #Collaboration #Empowermen

Very excited to participate in this event towards the end of November - Global Fusion Futures: Empowering Multicultural Entrepreneurship Find our more below as we get together to celebrate the diversity that enriches our community and fuels our thriving startup ecosystem. Tues 28 Nov 📅 4.45pm - 8pm ⏰ In person: The Precinct 🏙 Online 💻 FREE 🎫 Event link also in comments Advance Queensland The Women of Colour Founders Network Queensland Chief Entrepreneur Multicultural Australia #technology #innovation #diversity #startup #community #tech #ecosystem #entrepreneurship

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 There are so many things happening lately, and one of the most exciting news I can share with you all is that I've been selected as one of the few female entrepreneurs for the #thebreakfellowship program. This program is funded by the EU, designed by Escuela de Organización Industrial, and powered by The Break Alliance: Impact Hub Madrid, Aceleradora MentorDay, and Startups.st. Out of 4021 candidates, I am grateful to have a place among the 350 participants who will gather in Spain this October. 🎉 We've already had our online kick-off event and started the online activities, including various sessions, webinars, and mentorships. So, busy weeks are coming, but I am certain that the #thebreakfellowship program will be a catalyst for our personal and professional development. I have no doubts that we will all gain new insights, and forge meaningful connections while reaching new heights in our businesses. The top three goals of the program are: 🎯 Acceleration: Elevate businesses with innovative strategies, strategic partnerships, and expert guidance, fostering sustainable growth and success. 🎯 Collaboration: Connect with a diverse and driven international community dedicated to transforming entrepreneurship in the European Union, expanding network and market opportunities. 🎯 Local development: Make a positive impact and foster local development by participating in open innovation activities in Spain. 👇 This is so important to my heart, and I'm glad that giving back is part of the DNA of The Breakers and the Team. 💛 Throughout this journey, I will share moments and insights, so stay tuned! #thebreakfellowship #femaleentrepreneurs #impacthub #entrepreneurs #sustainability #design #branding #positiveimpact