Roger Santodomingo joined ANDE as Associate Director of Communications, bringing a wealth of experience and amplifying the voices of the inspiring entrepreneurs we have supported since 2023. A seasoned journalist and entrepreneur himself, Roger has a keen eye for spotting businesses that are not only making a mark but also creating a positive ripple effect.…
Experienced economic development team leader with expertise in impact investment & fund design, financial education, gender, communication campaigns and digital innovation across 10 countries. In the Senior Leadership Team, Diana oversees Good Return’s strategy and new program development in Asia to achieve financial wellbeing of low-income and marginalised communities, especially women. Diana sits on the…
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