Deadline: 17 March 2025
Join the Business Growth Initiative for Startups (BGIS) Programme and unlock opportunities to scale your business with tailored support and expert mentorship.
Designed to enhance profitability, sustainability, and operational efficiency, this initiative empowers small and growing businesses to overcome challenges, optimize operations, and expand market reach.
Be part of a programme that fosters innovation and drives sustainable development within Nigeria’s dynamic ecosystem.
Programme Duration
- The programme runs for nine months, from January 2025 to August 2025, with light-touch post-program monitoring continuing until November 2025.
Benefits
- Tailored Expert Support
- Personalized business strategies and mentorship to directly address the startups’ core challenges and key areas for improvement.
- Capacity Building
- Participate in masterclasses, branding sessions, training, and expert 1:1 consultancy to strengthen business strategies and leadership skills.
- Brand Visibility & Communications Support
- Boost your startup’s profile through strategic branding efforts and media exposure.
- Networking & Global Connections
- Connect with industry leaders, mentors, and other innovators to build valuable partnerships and elevate business practices.
- Post-Programme Monitoring & Support
- Light-touch M&E activities and skeletal support to ensure long-term sustainability.
- Performance Tracking
- Gain insights through ongoing data collection and monitoring to track your progress and refine growth strategies.
Eligibility Criteria
- The programme is open to growth-stage businesses operating in Nigeria with proven business models and operational traction.
Selection Criteria
- Businesses are selected based on their growth potential, market traction, and alignment with programme goals.
For more information, visit BGIS.
