Go BIG! Mentoring Programme
Go BIG Mentoring Program is a mentoring and capacity-building initiative co-developed by esteemed organizations including GIAD, GIKAD, IKD, YAGA, GIZ, GÄ°TYAD, KTTO-KGK, and 12 MONKEYS. The program focuses on supporting early-stage, scale-up, and pre-seed entrepreneurs, empowering them to grow and thrive in a competitive business environment.
Our mission is to foster innovative entrepreneurship by equipping founders with essential skills, tools, and networks to scale their ideas into sustainable ventures. Go BIG aims to nurture entrepreneurial potential, strengthen the ecosystem, and provide a platform for emerging businesses to succeed in their journey.
Go BIG will offer entrepreneurs vital resources and opportunities through;
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Networking opportunities with prominent players across various industries and sectors.
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Practical workshops tailored to address key challenges in business development and growth.
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"One-on-one" mentoring sessions customized to meet the unique needs of each entrepreneur.;
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Skill-building and market exploration opportunities to enhance strategic development.
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Through Go BIG, entrepreneurs will gain the support, knowledge, and connections necessary to transform their ideas into successful ventures.
Go BIG!
Free Mentoring Programme
Empowering entrepreneurs through mentorship, training, resources, and networks to build successful businesses.
The purpose of the free Go Big Mentoring Program, led by CES, is to empower pre-seed, early-stage, and scaling entrepreneurs by providing structured mentorship, practical training, and access to critical resources and networks. The program aims to transform innovative ideas into successful, investment-ready businesses while building a supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Our mission is to foster innovative entrepreneurship by equipping founders with essential skills, tools, and networks to scale their ideas into sustainable ventures. Go BIG aims to nurture entrepreneurial potential, strengthen the ecosystem, and provide a platform for emerging businesses to succeed in their journey.
Go BIG will offer entrepreneurs vital resources and opportunities through;
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Networking opportunities with prominent players across various industries and sectors.
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Practical workshops tailored to address key challenges in business development and growth.
-
"One-on-one" mentoring sessions customized to meet the unique needs of each entrepreneur.;
-
Skill-building and market exploration opportunities to enhance strategic development.
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Through Go BIG, entrepreneurs will gain the support, knowledge, and connections necessary to transform their ideas into successful ventures.
Program Details
Application Stage
Submit your application online and participate in rolling interviews with mentors to secure your spot in the program. The application period runs from December 1, 2024, to end of April, 2025, ensuring ample time to prepare and apply.
Mentoring Sessions
Participants engage in 2-4 one-on-one mentoring sessions per month, with a total of up to 10 sessions throughout the program. Each session lasts 60 to 90 minutes and is delivered in a hybrid format, allowing for in-person, online, or blended interactions based on participant and mentor preferences. Mentorship begins immediately after selection, starting in December 2024, ensuring timely and personalized support for all participants.
Workshops and Events
The program includes interactive workshops such as the Business Model Canvas Workshop for refining business models and the Pitch Development Workshop to craft compelling pitches. Key events include a Pitching and Networking Event, the Final Pitch Showcase, and a Post-Alumni Event to foster connections and long-term support.
