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Entrepreneurs Forum
In collaboration with:
- Founders program
- Mentorship program
Applications open 3rd August 2024 - 4th September 2024
Elevate your experience with Entrepreneurs Forum's GEN Accelerates' 4-week ignition program – a tailored, comprehensive preparatory program for founders and innovators. Perfect for revenue-generating founders and globally-ready startups.
What you'll learn:
Pitch readiness: Craft a winning pitch that will grab the attention of investors and partners.
Marketing/sales collateral editing: Polish your marketing materials to make a lasting impression.
Executive presence: Project confidence and professionalism in any situation.
Business development streamlining: Make the most of your time at the expo with efficient business development strategies.
Founders will receive comprehensive support through pitch practice, workshops, and mentorship needs assessments:
Duration: 16 September 2024 – 25 October 2024
- Founders will receive 1-on-1 feedback from GEN Accelerates staff or mentors to refine their pitch and pitch deck.
Onsite pitching opportunities at the expo will help founders activate interest and initiate sales pipelines.
Duration: 16 September 2024 – 25 October 2024
- Founders will attend workshops on pitching, marketing and sales collateral, executive presence, and sales pipelines.
Workshops will be 60-90 minutes long and will be led by expert trainers.
Virtual sessions will be recorded and made available for participants to revisit.
Duration: 16 September 2024 – 18 October 2024
- Founders will complete a survey to identify areas where they need mentorship
GEN Accelerates and Informa Markets will use this information to make purposeful mentor matches.
The needs assessment will be conducted during the four-week training program.
Applications open till 5th September 2024
Guide the next generation of African energy leaders with GEN Accelerates' Mentorship Program. Subject matter experts receive specialized training for high-quality engagements with startups at and beyond the Expo, fostering enduring connections and long-term relationships
Ideal candidates:
Subject matter or domain experts
Experience with corporate and/or government
Experience in supporting startups or scaleups in the energy sector
Subject matter experts with geographic expertise (Africa and beyond)
Knowledge of investment readiness (fundraising)
The following activities are included in the mentorship program:
Duration: 16 September 2024 – 25 October 2024
Join our informative 60-90 minutes workshops and gain the skills and knowledge to effectively guide and support the next generation of African energy leaders. Each workshop, led by experienced mentors and feature tailored Q&A sessions to address your specific questions and concerns.
What you'll learn:
Mentorship best practices
Documentation and transparency
Performance measurement
Ethics and accountability
Duration: 16 September 2024 – 18 October 2024
Our thorough mentorship assessment identifies your expertise in industry, sector, technical skills, and geographic reach. This valuable information ensures precise connections with founders, creating a mutually beneficial mentorship experience.
Benefits of our mentorship assessment:
Targeted matches: We'll carefully pair you with founders who can benefit from your specific skills and knowledge.
Long-lasting relationships: Our approach fosters enduring connections that extend beyond the expo.
Measurable impact: We'll track the progress of your mentorship to ensure it's making a positive difference.
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