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Since 2019, WEConnect International has driven lasting economic change by equipping women-owned businesses (WOBs) with the tools to grow, thrive, and lead. The Global Business Bootcamp Series has become a global standard for financial empowerment and entrepreneurial growth.
We have delivered this transformative training across 20+ countries, including Australia, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, France, India, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, the UK, and Vietnam, engaging over 1,500 women entrepreneurs through tailored, high-impact and multilingual programming, focused on creditworthiness, capital planning, financial management, growth readiness, sources of funding, pitching, and business validation.
Last year also marked our first pilot of a bootcamp focused on environmentally-friendly business practices, a highly successful rollout that validated the appetite of women business owners for learning how to build resilient businesses.
The participants’ feedback consistently confirms the strength of our joint efforts:
• 74% of participants reported revenue growth post-training, with 40% average increases.
• 26% of this revenue growth was directly attributed to insights and tools gained from the bootcamp.
• 69% accessed new funding, and 72% expanded their networks.
• 97% acquired new business skills and knowledge, increasing confidence in financial management, pitching to buyers, and securing financing.
• Over 80% reported increased confidence in core areas of financial and business growth.
Crucially, an earlier impact assessment found that the program had helped unlock over $1.5 million in new revenue for women business owners globally over a one-year period, demonstrating the program’s tangible effect on financial empowerment and wealth creation in underserved communities.
Power up your business growth journey with these high-impact, expert-led bootcamps. In 2025, WEConnect International proudly continues its commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs with two transformative learning experiences tailored for women-owned businesses ready to grow, innovate, and thrive.
• Financing Your Growing Business Bootcamp – offered in Brazil, South Africa, Vietnam and several Spanish-speaking markets in Latin America (Argentina, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, Peru, and Uruguay)
• Business Ready: Unlock Markets and Accelerate Growth Bootcamp – a new program offered in Costa Rica, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria.
Language: English
Available in: Brazil, South Africa, Vietnam and several Spanish-speaking markets in Latin America (Argentina, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, Peru, and Uruguay)
Format: 100% Online
Six interactive and expert-led virtual sessions designed to help you get funding-ready and financially fit for growth. For women business owners ready to unlock the capital they need to scale. This bootcamp will help you become investor-ready and financially fit, so you can grow with confidence and clarity.
Language: English
Available in: Kenya & Nigeria
Format: 100% Online
For women entrepreneurs eager to expand into new markets and build globally competitive businesses. This dynamic bootcamp helps you position your business for success through market readiness, innovation, and global supply chain access.
Join us for six interactive and expert-led virtual sessions designed to help you get funding-ready and financially fit for growth. For women business owners ready to unlock the capital they need to scale. This bootcamp will help you become investor-ready and financially fit, so you can grow with confidence and clarity.
You Will Gain:
• A clear understanding of your creditworthiness and financial health
• Practical tools and knowledge to manage and plan your business finances
• Proven strategies to access funding—from loans to grants to equity
• Confidence in pitching to investors and financial stakeholders
Bootcamp Modules:
Module 1: Creditworthiness & Financial Health – Understand how your financial standing impacts your ability to access capital.
Module 2: Finance Essentials for Business Growth – Learn the key financial principles that support scalable and sustainable growth.
Module 3: Unlocking Funding for Success – Explore available funding options and how to successfully pursue them.
Module 4: Capital Planning & Financial Forecasting – Master budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and capital planning techniques.
Module 5: Enterprise Valuation & Investor Expectations – Learn how to value your business and meet the expectations of investors and lenders.
Module 6: Perfecting Your Business Pitch – Craft a compelling pitch that attracts buyers, funders, and stakeholders.
Sessions:
We are now accepting applications for the South Africa bootcamp, which will take place every Thursday from June 19, 2025, to July 31, 2025.
Session 1: June 19, 2025 – 7:00 PM SAST
Session 2: June 26, 2025 – 7:00 PM SAST
Session 3: July 3, 2025 – 7:00 PM SAST
Session 4: July 10, 2025 – 7:00 PM SAST
Session 5: July 24, 2025 – 7:00 PM SAST
Session 6: July 31, 2025 – 7:00 PM SAST
All participants who complete the bootcamp will receive a certificate of completion from WEConnect International.
Limited spots are available! Apply today.
For women entrepreneurs eager to expand into new markets and build globally competitive businesses. This dynamic bootcamp helps you position your business for success through market readiness, innovation, and global supply chain access.
You Will Gain:
• Insights into accessing corporate and global value chains
• Tools to refine your operations and business model
• Strategies for market entry, growth, and business resilience
• Peer learning and mentorship from experienced leaders
Who Should Apply?
• Women business owners in Kenya and Nigeria
• Founders and executives of growth-oriented women-owned businesses
• Entrepreneurs seeking financing or market expansion support
• Change-makers who want to connect with a global community of women in business
Bootcamp Modules:
Module 1: Get Set to Grow – Innovation & Market Readiness Essentials. Assess your current business, identify gaps, and align your offerings with market expectations. Learn how to research target markets, build entry strategies, and manage risks.
Module 2: Funding Your Future – Finance for Market Expansion. Discover financing pathways to support your growth. Learn how to make your business investment-ready and explore grants, loans, and other mechanisms.
Module 3: Build Buyer Confidence – Supplier & Operational Readiness. Position your business as a credible, reliable supplier.
Module 4. Compete with Purpose – Smart Strategies for Business Resilience. Integrate purpose, impact, and competitive strategy to future-proof your business and lead with vision.
Module 5: Make the Right Ask – Pitching, Networking & Building Partnerships. Craft compelling pitches and learn to network strategically with buyers, investors, and ecosystem players.
Sessions:
Session 1: June 24, 2025 – 6 p.m. WAT (West Africa Time – Nigeria), 8 p.m. EAT (East Africa Time – Kenya)
Session 2: July 1, 2025 – 6 p.m. WAT (West Africa Time – Nigeria), 8 p.m. EAT (East Africa Time – Kenya)
Session 3: July 8, 2025 – 6 p.m. WAT (West Africa Time – Nigeria), 8 p.m. EAT (East Africa Time – Kenya)
Session 4: July 22, 2025 – 6 p.m. WAT (West Africa Time – Nigeria), 8 p.m. EAT (East Africa Time – Kenya)
Session 5: July 29, 2025 – 6 p.m. WAT (West Africa Time – Nigeria), 8 p.m. EAT (East Africa Time – Kenya)
All participants who complete the bootcamp will receive a certificate of completion from WEConnect International. Applications Now Open – Limited Spots Available!
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