This workshop aims to disseminate a set of evidence-based considerations that distinguishes the cost-effective and impactful Business Development Services (BDS) programs from the less effective ones.
Roger Santodomingo brings a wealth of experience from the media industry to his role at the Aspen Institute, leading the communications and marketing strategy at ANDE since 2023. His career is distinguished by his work as a serial entrepreneur, an internationally acclaimed journalist, a writer, and a bestselling author. In Latin America and his native…
ANDE's Regional Learning Communities are solutions that span continents. They empower women entrepreneurs with tailored technical training and support, bridging the gap in access to education and business skills. These efforts equip women with the necessary tools and confidence for success through workshops, networking, and gender-specific training. The learning communities facilitate collaboration and address challenges to minimize the gender gap in entrepreneurship.
"Access to capital is crucial for fostering entrepreneurship, fueling business growth, and enhancing productivity. Unfortunately, femaleentrepreneurs in developing countries face significant challenges securing formal financial support and making lower profits than maleentrepreneurs. While the evidence on the gendered investment gap is well documented, scant evidence-based studies investigatewhether the disparity arises from investor bias. Authors Shibiru Ayalew, Shanthi Manian, and Ketki Sheth implemented a large-scale field experiment in a high-stakes natural context to identify whether loan officers exhibit discriminatory behavior in capital allocation decisions for businesses inEthiopia. The experimental study showed no evidence that financial providers discriminate against women-owned businesses in reviewing loan applications."
Somachi Chris-Asoluka, CEO of The Tony Elumelu Foundation, shares her mission of democratizing luck and empowering African entrepreneurs at ANDE's Annual Conference. Her vision aligns with ANDE's focus on job creation, poverty eradication, and women's economic empowerment.
ANDE's London Member Meeting brought together experts and thought leaders to address key challenges in small business development. From reducing the gender financing gap to bridging the climate capital gap, the event showcased innovative solutions and emphasized the importance of collaboration. Excitement builds for the upcoming Annual Conference in Accra, Ghana.
ANDE invites nominations of senior executives to serve on the Executive Committee. This body is composed of fifteen members, all of them leaders from our diverse membership, and it provides strategic direction and operational oversight.
The aim of this workshop event will be to hear from youth entrepreneurs and ecosystem actors about concerns, aspirations, and practical recommendations for how we can better serve youth entrepreneurs