FATE Foundation's September Newsletter

September 8, 2022Dear ,September is here and we are super excited about it because of the many exciting programmes, events, and opportunities that we have lined up for you or other entrepreneurs in your network.

2022 Annual Celebration & Awards Ceremony

We are happy to announce that plans have commenced for our 2022 Annual Celebration and Awards Ceremony. We are already looking forward to celebrating with all our Entrepreneurs, Alumni, Volunteers, Partners, and  Stakeholders in December.It promises to be another awesome and remarkable time.SAVE THE DATE: Thursday, December 1, 2022!More details coming soon...

7th FATE Annual Alumni Conference

Soon, we will begin the official countdown of the 7th Annual Alumni Conference. This conference seeks to bring entrepreneurs together to learn from entrepreneurial leaders and influencers and share knowledge about key topical areas to grow and thrive as entrepreneurs. We have a seasoned line up of speakers for all our syndicate sessions. We are happy to introduce some of them to you.- Dr. Maymunah Yusuf Kadiri is a dynamic Consultant Neuro- Psychiatrist and a Fellow of the National Post Graduate Medical College of Nigeria (FMCPsych) with almost 20 years experience as a practicing Physician. - Dotun Adedeji, Director-General of Christ Against Drug Abuse Ministry (CADAM), is a medical doctor, prolific writer and poet; a transformational public speaker and a deeply committed and passionate Nigerian with a heart for touching lives.- Ngozi Okonkwo is a Speaker, Writer cum Author, Women/Child rights advocate, Habit instructor, Educational consultant, Executive Director of KRING Hospital and founder of Keeping Marriage Alive Initiative.-Femi Odugbemi is a renowned storyteller, filmmaker and Producer. He is a voting member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which is the jury for the Oscar Awards. - Olumide Osundolire is a Partner in the Intellectual Property & Technology practice group of Banwo & Ighodalo, where he has built considerable expertise in intellectual property law and ICT law with focus on trademarks, copyright and negotiation of technology transfer agreements.- Taiwo Meghoma is a fashion consultant and designer . He has collaborated with fashion designers in Europe and Africa. As a celebrity fashion consultant , he has dressed many artist , film stars, Oscar winning directors for the Oscars in Los Angeles , film directors for the BAFTAs in London and corporate CEOs all over the globe.If you are an entrepreneur, there is no better place to be on the 29th and 30th of this month.Kindly click HERE to register now. Please contact [email protected] or call 08122461806 for more enquires/clarification.Don't miss this conference!

Emerging Entrepreneurs Programme (EEP)

Registration for The FATE School's Owner Manager Programme, Emerging Entrepreneurs Programme (EEP) is still open. Fola Adeola, Founder and Pioneer, MD/CEO, GTbank will deliver a Strategic Leadership Session during the programme.The EEP, which is designed for Owner-Managers of businesses to help them grow and scale in a volatile and uncertain environment will be starting on the 12th of September, 2022.When you register, you will join a wide and diverse group of successful entrepreneurs for an experience that will transform and re-energize your business performance and growth.Don't delay. Make that decision now and register for the EEP with this link.N/B: If you have already done the programme, kindly share with other business leaders, who are looking to transform their businesses just like you.

Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme Digital (AEP Digital)

The Application for the Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme Digital (AEP Digital) for entrepreneurs leading an early Stage business in Plateau State, Ekiti State, Abuja, and Kano State is still on.If you are an entrepreneur based in any of these states or you know who is, don't let this opportunity elude you. It's your chance to improve and develop your business even in this complex time. We have outlined the key program benefits and duration in the flyer.Application DeadlinesEkiti State: September 25, 2022Abuja: September 18, 2022Kano State: December 25, 2022Plateau State:  September 18, 2022For additional details on the process, other target cities, the application form, and documents to be submitted, kindly click this

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or call 07011305444. N/B: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

The FATE Institute 8th Policy Dialogue Series on Entrepreneurship

The FATE Institute cordially invites you to save the date for the 8th Annual FATE Institute Policy Dialogue Series on Entrepreneurship scheduled to hold on Thursday, November 17, 2022 at 10.00am WAT.Do block your calendars now.More details will be shared shortly.

MSME Data Insights

In our 2021 State of Entrepreneurship Report, we measured the level of optimism of youth entrepreneurs for their businesses in 2022, as well as the areas they were most optimistic about for their businesses.Some of the notable areas include optimism about improved sales as well as higher market demand. Youth-led businesses also indicated optimism in the area of expanding their businesses and favourable operating conditions and environment for their businesses.You can read up more on this by downloading the full report using this link P.S: Please share the link with your network too

Application is still open for the next cohort of the Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme (AEP) for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start, grow and build businesses that would outlive them. AEP is Nigeria's longest running Incubation programme and it's targeted at aspiring entrepreneurial leaders who want to:✓ Boldly take on the entrepreneurial challenges✓ Build innovative and future-ready businesses✓ Sustainably expand their revenue generation model.We have extended the deadline for you to apply! So, get on board now and get registered today.To apply, kindly click on the registration link here. or call 07011305444 for more inquiries.The application closes on September 9, 2022.

FATE Gender Inclusion Survey

The window is still open to fill the FATE Gender Inclusion Survey.We launched a gender inclusion survey to help us collect data on female-led businesses, their challenges, and areas in need of key support and to also help build our gender-inclusion strategy at the organization.We request that you kindly spare us 15 minutes of your time to provide accurate responses to this survey. The survey is open to both male & female respondents. Kindly use this link and also share it with your network.

One very crucial activity that enhances organisational success is the recruitment of the right people with the right skills to achieve set goals and objectives. However, beyond recruitment comes the task of retaining and developing them to become a high-performing team.Wondering how this can be done?The best way to start is by enrolling for the FATE eLearn course on "Retaining and Recruiting a High Performing Team" where you will:✓ Learn how to hire the right team✓ Know how to train them and gain them✓ Understand the remuneration strategies for a small business Guess what, it's online and self-paced.Kindly click this link below to get started today with just N5,000.

Business Consulting and Advisory Sessions (Virtual)

Are you an entrepreneur?Have you taken advantage of our FREE Business Advisory Session happening every Thursday?If no, then the opportunity is still here.The focus areas for this week are:• Financial Accounting, • People Management, and• Growth StrategiesClick HERE to sign up now for next week.             We look forward to welcoming you. For any enquires about the FATE Business Advisory Sessions, please contact Eseosa on 08133932327 or [email protected].

We are  delighted to announce that Babajide Oluwase, our Orange Corners Nigeria (OCN 3) Entrepreneur, with his business, Ecotutu Limited was named a finalist in the Covid Resilience Award in the prestigious Global Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards run by Youth Business International (YBI).We will be joining him at YBI’s Global Youth Entrepreneurship Summit in October. Voting is open to choose the young entrepreneur who you think should win $10,000 to help their business continue to thrive. Kindly click this LINK to vote.Please share this post to your networks to vote as well.

Have you downloaded your copy of our Business Entry Guides on1. Setting up a Tailoring Business2. Setting up  a Plastic Waste Recycling in Nigeria3. Setting up a Poultry Farming Business?'. With these books, you are sure to acquire practicable knowledge and guidelines of how these various sectors work and what it entails to thrive in it.Click HERE to download the three of them.  Share with your network.

The Nigerian Entrepreneur's Handbook Series: Now Available on Amazon

Have you got your copy of The Nigerian Entrepreneurs Hand Book Series?The Nigerian Entrepreneur's Hand Book Series is a one equipped with practical business knowledge for entrepreneurs at any level of business they are; either as aspiring or an emerging entrepreneur. The handbook is focused on seven key areas of business which are; •Legal•Strategy•Human Capital•Digital Technology•Tax Management•Financial Management•Marketing & CommunicationsSo, equip your library TODAY!To place your order, kindly log on to www.fatefoundation.org/books or call Israel 08161843773.

Have you purchased our recently launched book on How to Start a Fish Farming Business in Nigeria?Featuring a very detailed workbook, this book comes highly recommended for aspiring and existing fish farmers looking to leverage or maximize opportunities within the industry. It is now available in hard copy at N3,000. To place your order, kindly visit our website at www.fatefoundation.org/books or call Israel on 08161843773 Hurry! Grab your copy now.

We hope you got value.We will keep updating you from time to time for more. Please remember to share with your network.Enjoy the rest of the month of September!Regards, FATE Foundation

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