Written by Olushola Okunlade
FirstBank has announced SME Scale Up 2.0 Bootcamp, aimed at giving back to the economy in a way that has an impact.
The bank believes if SMEs present are empowered, it will scale up and grow to become billion-dollar enterprises, within ten years, they will create more employment opportunities for millions of Nigerians.
SME Scale Up 2.0 Bootcamp is a platform for business owners in attendance to learn, network and leverage global expansion opportunities and funding. With a projected contribution of 45.9% to the GDP in 2024, empowerment workshops like this for SMEs, could go a long way in actualising national economic targets and overall growth of the Nigerian economy.
Small and medium-scale enterprises are projected to contribute 49.5% to Nigeria’s GDP in 2024, which is an indication that Nigerian SMEs are in for another impactful year. In 2023, the sector performed incredibly well, as it contributed 45% to the Gross Domestic Product of the country.
FirstBank is thrilled to invite the general public to the prestigious “SME Scale Up 2.0 Bootcamp,” a social impact initiative sponsored by FirstBank, designed to empower SMEs in Nigeria. This event aims to drive significant growth and sustainable employment by equipping SME owners and entrepreneurs with the tools they need to succeed.
This Bootcamp offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights, skills, and networks that can elevate your business. The curriculum addresses the specific challenges and opportunities in the Nigerian SME sector, providing practical tools and strategies to help you scale your enterprise.
In its commitment to the growth and success of SMEs, FirstBank will be sponsoring Seventy (70) SMEs to cover all four modules of the Bootcamp, ensuring you can fully benefit from this transformative experience.
Event Details
- Event Name: SME Scale Up 2.0 Bootcamp
- Dates: August 9, 10, 23 & 24, 2024
- Location: Radisson Blue Anchorage Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
To stand a chance of qualifying, please register your interest via this link https://bit.ly/firstbank-smescaleup.
