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Some of our participants have shared their experiences after completing the '21 Questions on Entrepreneurship: A Practical Guide to Starting and Running a Business' course. These testimonials showcase the knowledge and techniques gained, helping them navigate the business world better. Join them by registering using the link below: https://lnkd.in/djNKq3Zk #EntrepreneurshipCourse #21QuestionsforSMES #SMEDAN #HereForProsperity

Last month at the SMEDAN MSME Conference 2024, we signed an MOU with Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) to empower 10,000 female entrepreneurs across the Creative, Agriculture and Technology industries nationwide through training programs. Registration for this FREE training is now ongoing! Click on the link below to gain support, growth, and assistance for your business: https://lnkd.in/dgXUn24i Share with fellow female entrepreneurs and take advantage of this great opportunity! #GROWNigerian #HereForProsperity #SMEDAN

And we are live! The long-anticipated '21 Questions on Entrepreneurship: A Practical Guide to Starting and Running a Business' Course is officially open to everyone to take. This course is a must-learn for every startup and small business looking to grow their business. It's a FREE and CERTIFIED course, and all you need to do is visit the link below to start learning today: https://lnkd.in/djNKq3Zk We also encourage you to share your experience and feedback upon completion of the course here! #EntrepreneurshipCourse #21QuestionsforSMEs #SMEDAN #HereForProsperity

The value of having a good business pitch to attract funding and investment opportunities cannot be overemphasized. This is why we have organized an online training for SME owners ready to learn how to grow their business through funding opportunities and the key techniques and structure a proper pitch deck should contain. As a participant in this training, you will learn: - What investors look for in a pitch - How to create a solid pitch deck. You will also gain access to necessary materials to support your pitch development. Click on the link below to register: https://lnkd.in/dVFp2EhW #SMEDAN #HereForProsperity

We're expanding our community of women-led clusters and cooperatives! Join us if you lead or belong to one using the link below: https://lnkd.in/djW2qSTg Members will benefit from empowerment programs and opportunities led by our Women Unit! #SMEDAN #HereForProsperity

And we’re live! Enjoy a 20% discount at any GIG Logistics experience center when you present your SMEDAN unique identification number! To take advantage of this offer, simply walk into any center with your SMEDAN registration number, and you’ll receive a discount on all logistics costs within the country. This opportunity is available only to businesses registered with SMEDAN, so if you aren’t yet registered, visit www.smedan.gov.ng to sign up now! #GROWNigerian #HereForProsperity #SMEDAN

Our first and keynote panel discussion focused on how government and SMEs can adapt to market changes and policies. This panel discussion featured prominent stakeholders, including the Honorable Minister for Industry Trade, and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite; Metis Capital’s Chairman, Hakeem Belo-Osagie; Global Entrepreneurship Network’s President, Mr. Jonathan Ortsman; and our Director-General, Charles Odii. Following this panel, we launched the MSME Grading Report, designed to assess and measure the growth journey of Nigerian small businesses. This report seeks to enhance understanding and support data gathering for MSMEs in the country. #MSMEConference24 #GNConference24 #GrowNigerianConference #SMEDANGov

To set the tone for upcoming conversations on how to #GrowNigeria through MSMEs, the Director-General, Charles Odii announced the #GROWNigerian Initiative. This program is designed to give all 40 million of Nigeria's MSMEs an opportunity to access funding, capacity building and mentorship for the growth of their businesses. #MSMEConference #GNConference #GROWNigerianConference #SMEDANGov

Our MSME Business Owners warmly welcomed the presence of the Honorable Minister for Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite and other highly distinguished guests. Alongside key strategic partnerships & initiatives shared, The Minister of encouraged MSMEs owners to embrace digitization and innovation for growth. To round the impactful day off, a Panel Session with key leaders in business and government such as Mr. Hakeem Bello Osagie, Chairman Metis Capital, Honorable Minister Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, Minister of Industry, Trade & Investment, Mr Jonathan Ortman, President of Global Entrepreneurship Network and Charles Odii, the Director-General of SMEDAN. This panel session served to Educate MSME business owners on when and how to access investments, what to prioritise when starting their business and so much more. #MSMEConference #GNConference #GROWNigerianConference #SMEDANGov

The opening day of the National MSME Conference 2024 was an inspiring celebration of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 700 business owners in attendance, Day 1 was filled with excitement, powerful insights, and new opportunities for MSMEs across Nigeria. From dynamic business exhibitions that showcased remarkable products to the insightful panel discussions with industry leaders, attendees gained valuable knowledge on when and how to access investments and learned what's truly important in starting and scaling a successful business. This is just the beginning of transforming Nigeria's MSME landscape. Together, we are ready to GROW Nigeria. #MSMEConference #GNConference #GROWNigerianConference #SMEDANGov