Chora Bizna Alumni networking meetings scheduled to take place in April and May 2008
Overview of programme benefits
Knowledge
Sensitization to entrepreneurial mind-set through exposure to a competitive process, deadlines, required personal investment
Enhanced understanding of the entrepreneurial process: from idea to business to growth
In-depth understanding of business plan components, how to structure, plan, where to source information
Knowledge and skills in a range of business management topics and presentation delivery
Exposure to industry and market trends and challenges
Tools
Detailed feedback on business concept, business plan and presentation
Final business plan and presentation to use in pursuit of investment capital
Confidence and reinforced commitment to entrepreneurship, and hard work
Sense of accomplishment
Opportunity to win seed capital, business development services and investment financing
Network
Industry and market contacts
Relationship with business professional (one-on-one consultant)
Network of service providers
Opportunities to network with potential investors
Publicity and prestige
Alumni Association
Access to a nationwide network of Believe Begin Become graduates who share their experience and contacts
Opportunity to continue acquiring business knowledge through seminars, conferences and events
Increasing visibility, recognition and acknowledgement in the eyes of investors
