Stimulating Entrepreneurship and Business Growth in Asia Pacific
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DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 9 APRIL
Our Goal
The Stimulating Entrepreneurship and Business Growth programme is a nine-month capacity building programme. It began in support of COVID-19 response, recovery, and rebuilding efforts of impact-driven organisations in South East Asia. The year marks the second edition of the programme that will focus on for-profit, women-led organisations in the wider Asia Pacific region.
Our partners
We are delighted to collaborate with Moody’s, whose mission to provide trusted insights and standards that help decision-makers act with confidence is aligned with our own mission to move capital towards impact. Through their Reshape Tomorrow™ program, Moody’s is helping to bring thousands of entrepreneurs the tools, skills and knowledge they need to make better decisions and grow their small businesses.
By AVPN
Launch | Stimulating Entrepreneurship & Business Growth in Southeast Asia (with Moody's)
Our Outreach Partners
Information for applicants
We are looking for impact-driven for-profit organisations who are:
Active in Asia Pacific
Revenue-generating
Preferably led by women in leadership positions
Benefits
Access
to events outside this programme that are organised by AVPN and which are aligned with the objectives of this programme. For example; South Asia, South East Asia Summit and/or relevant events by AVPN members
Visibility
with AVPN’s vast membership of social investors, including the chance to be listed on the Deal Share Platform, if they meet the criteria.
Learn More
Post-session recording
An info-session x Meet-the-Mentors webinar was held on Thursday, 2 March. Organisers Moody’s and AVPN shared their vision of impact, exciting programme highlights and answered frequently asked questions from applicants.Programme Experience
Participating organisations will enjoy a range of interactive formats to maximise peer-to-peer learning, deepen regional connections and learn from the social investment community on industry trends and best in class practices. Click here for our FAQ.
Masterclass Series
A series of five masterclasses provide curated virtual learning experiences by industry experts, thought leaders and practitioners on topics responding to needs and challenges of enterprises based on an initial needs assessment. Topics include Gender Lens Investing, Digital Transformation, Marketing and Communications, Markets Access, and Strategy modules.
Investment-Readiness Workshop
Collaborative Marketplace
Timeline
FEBRUARY - APRIL 2023
Call for Applications
MID-APRIL 2023
Shortlist and Results
APRIL - AUGUST 2023
Capacity-Building of Enterprises
