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Accelerating Tech and Non-Tech businesses:

Call for Applications for the Standard Bank Enterprise Development Programme


We are thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the Standard Bank Enterprise Development Programme in partnership with Thinkroom. This ground-breaking initiative is designed specifically for ambitious tech and non-tech based businesses ready to elevate their innovation and boost their growth trajectory.

Programme Overview:

The Standard Bank Enterprise Development Programme, in partnership with Thinkroom, is an intensive, hands-on initiative centred on accelerating the growth of tech and non-tech businesses. This tailored programme offers an unparalleled opportunity to access mentorship, gain industry insights, develop business acumen, and secure network connections.

For us to do that, we need more information about you and your business. You may need to provide proof or documentation related to your finances and company registration and certificates during this application. If you need to return to this application at any point, you can save your answers, click in the top right-hand corner, and then return to your submission.

While completing the application questions may feel unclear or overwhelming, we encourage you to contact us at any time at support@thinkroom.co.za should you require more information.
Help us get to know you better and answer the questions as openly and honestly as possible, as that will significantly enable us to find you the best growth path for the business.
We expect many applications but pride ourselves in taking a long-term view on recruitment. So although the limited spots may feel unattainable once you enter our worlds, albeit in whichever way, we always aim to find a way to work with you.

Benefits of the Programme:
  1. Expert Mentorship: The programme offers mentorship sessions with accomplished business leaders and tech gurus who can provide valuable guidance and practical know-how.
  2. Business Development: We aim to refine your business strategies, boost operational efficiency, and enhance product/service offerings.
  3. Network Opportunities: Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, potential investors, and industry leaders.
  4. Access to Funding: Potential for funding, subject to meeting Standard Bank’s criteria and completing the programme at the end of the programme.
Criteria
  • The business must be 51% or more black-owned (black as defined in the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act)
  • The company’s total annual turnover must be less than R10 million annually.​​​​​​
  • The director/s must be involved in the day-to-day operation and management of the business and commit to involvement in this programme for twelve months.
  • The director/s must be a South African citizen.
  • Five female and five male founders.
  • Five tech and five non-tech companies.
  • The preferred tech companies will be drawn from the FinTech and MedTech industries.
  • The non-tech companies will be selected from the automotive and manufacturing industries.

The deadline for applications is 21 July 2023 - applications will be closed at midday.
We encourage you to apply soon as space is limited. Successful applicants will be notified by 25 July 2023
We look forward to discovering and nurturing the next generation of leaders. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to boost your business to new heights with the support of the Standard Bank Enterprise Development Programme and Thinkroom.


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