Hello here's what's happening at FATE Foundation from the month of March

Dear ,We hope that you are staying safe.We invite you to browse through our upcoming programs for the month of March and find the one that's suitable for your business. If you know any entrepreneur that might find any of the programs beneficial for their business, kindly forward this mail to them.

For all Entrepreneurs

The FATE Foundation's Nigerian Entrepreneurs Handbook Series is specifically designed to address the needs of the Nigerian entrepreneur, irrespective of the stage of business and the sector you play in.The series focuses on 7 key areas:

• Strategy

• Digital Technology

• Legal

• Marketing & Communication

• Financial Management

• Human Capital

• Tax Management

The handbook series can be pre-ordered for 25,000 Naira till February 28th, 2021. The price goes up to 35,000 Naira from March 1, 2021, with deliveries starting from the end of March 2021.

For Growth Stage Businesses

The Emerging Entrepreneurs Programme (EEP) is designed to equip owner-managers with the essential knowledge and critical tools needed to lead their businesses in the current economic climate. 

Course requirements

• Experienced Owner-Manager Entrepreneurs

• Minimum of 5 years of running the business

Course Duration

• 3 months

 Course Type

• Tuition fees required

Find the commencement dates for upcoming EEP Programmes this year below:

• March 2021- June 2021

• August 2021 - November 2021

For payment plans, discounts, and/or general inquiries, call 08131878271 or email [email protected].

For Entrepreneurs in the Agribusiness Space

The Mitsubishi funded Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme: Agribusiness Edition is scheduled to start this March. We are looking to support 40 entrepreneurs in the Agribusiness Space who reside in Ogun State with the right business knowledge and support.Selected entrepreneurs will gain access to Consulting and Advisory services, Mentorship, Networking and Market access opportunities. In addition, entrepreneurs can participate in the Funding/Business pitch competition and win grants for their business. 

Course requirements:

• Innovative young Nigerian entrepreneurs aged 18-35

• Entrepreneurs in the Agriculture sector

• Resides in Ogun State

Course Duration:

• 7 weeks

 Course Type

• Sponsored

For High-potential Aspiring Entrepreneurs

FATE Foundation's Flagship Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme (AEP) is for startups and those in the process of creating the right structure for their businesses to thrive.  This version of the  AEP Programme is a paid course and we encourage you to apply early.Course requirements:

• Innovative young Nigerian entrepreneurs aged 18 and above

• Tuition fees

Course Duration:

• 6 weeks

Course Type

• Tuition Fees required

Classes are scheduled to start in April 2021.

For Female Entrepreneurs

In partnership with Mitsubishi, FATE Foundation presents the Business Recovery Programme (BRP). This programme is targeted to help female entrepreneurs who are looking to review their business model and digitally transform their businesses for success.This Programme is a sponsored course and only entrepreneurs who meet the criteria will be accepted.Course requirements:

• Innovative female Nigerian entrepreneurs

• Resides in Ogun State

Course Duration:

• 4 weeks

 Course Type

• Sponsored

For Young Entrepreneurs

Funded by the Standard Chartered Foundation and supported by the Youth Business International, the Business recovery Programme by FATE Foundation will provide business owners with relevant knowledge and tools to digitally transform their businesses within and beyond the current crisis.This Programme is a sponsored course and only entrepreneurs who meet the criteria will be accepted.Programme Structure:

• Workshops are fully virtual

• Commitment of 4 hours per week

• Attendance all through to receive certificate of Completion

Course Duration:

• 4 weeks

 Course Type

• Sponsored

The BRP Programme is scheduled to take place in the following state's Rivers, Osun, Lagos, Abuja, Edo, Kwara, Ondo, Oyo, Abia and Kano.

For High-growth Businesses in the Agri-business Space

FATE Foundation's Scaleup Agribusiness Programme targets 20 outstanding Nigerian entrepreneurs (Founders, CEOs and Owner-managers) whose businesses are currently at growth stage and who are looking to scale their business expand their market reach and attract potential investors and strategic partners.

This programme will run for 6 months and includes a one-week accelerator Bootcamp, interactive workshops, consulting sessions, business support services, one-on-one and group mentoring sessions with a team of seasoned sector faculty members and advisors. 

Course requirements

• Experienced Owner-Manager Entrepreneurs

• Businesses that show potential for Growth

Course Duration

• 6 months

  Course Type

• Sponsored 

Find the commencement date for upcoming Scaleup Agribusiness Programme this year below:

• ScaleUp Lab Agribusiness - April 2021

For general inquiries, email [email protected] or call 08131878271.

Over the past week, we launched the first episode of "Insights by FATE Foundation" Docu-Series titled “Lights.Camera.Action. And the Business Inbetween".On this episode, three FATE Alumni - Femi Odugbemi, Ekene Som Mekwunye, Bunmi Davies, Theo Lawson and Toyin Poju-Oyemade shared their perspectives and insights on the media and Entertainment Industry in Nigeria.If you missed the episode premiere, click here to watch.

Appreciating our Volunteers for the Month of February 

We say a big Thank You our volunteers for their continued support in helping Nigerian Entrepreneurs to Start, Grow and Scale their businesses successfully.We are grateful to you for being part of our story in helping Nigerian business owners to either Start, Grow or Scale their businesses.Continue reading here

We hope that March brings you closer to achieving your business goals. And as always , FATE Foundation will be here to provide you with the right support that you need to take your business to the next level.Best regards,FATE Foundation

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