Studentpreneur Africa Network (SAN)

Congratulations to Prof David Dodoo-Arhin of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and Director of the Institute of Applied Science and Technology (IAST) on his inaugural lecture which will be chaired by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, titled "Beyond the Limit: Engineering Sustainable Solutions for Basic Human Needs." Date: Thursday, 13th June 2024 Time: 5:00 p.m. Venue: Great Hall, University of Ghana,

The Oracle #Academy #NetSuite training for GIMPA graduate students, titled "Optimizing Business Operations with Oracle NetSuite," was held on October 5, 2024. Mohamed Hasan, Senior Solutions Engineer at Oracle NetSuite EMEA, led the session. Other speakers included Bekere Amassoma, M.Sc, PMP®, Oracle Academy Programs Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa, Dr. amoako kwarteng, Head of the Department of Accounting and Finance at GIMPA Business School, and Dr. Nana Assyne, Lecturer from the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems. The event was a hybrid format, with both in-person and online attendance. The sessions were informative, with students engaging in thoughtful discussions about integrating NetSuite into their existing workplace systems. It concluded with a memorable photo shoot, marking a successful event. Claudia Twum

MASTERCLASS: BUILDING YOUR NETWORK AND CONFIDENCE Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, 22nd October 2024, for an exclusive online masterclass on Building Your Network and Confidence as an Entrepreneur. Speaker: Mr. Pazion Cherinet, a seasoned tech leader and founder of Orbit Health , will share his 20+ years of experience in leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation. He has been transforming healthcare across Africa and is ready to guide you on building confidence and expanding your network as a business owner. 🗓 Date: Tuesday, 22nd October 2024 🕗 Time: 3:00 PM-4:30 PM GMT 📍 Online Zoom: https://bit.ly/3BOtI6C 🔗 Register now to secure your spot and gain valuable insights on networking and confidence building. This is an opportunity you don’t want to miss! #OrangeCornersGH #YouthEntrepreneurship #OrangeCorners #GrowthAfrica #WomenEntrepreneurship #GenderFocus #WomenEmpowerment #Acceleration #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAcceleration #Startups #Innovation #EntrepreneurialSupport #BusinessGrowth #Opportunity #Empowerment #LeadershipDevelopment #Networking #Mentorship #CapacityBuilding #EconomicDevelopment #SustainableGrowth #SDGs #youth

Last week, we had an amazing Oracle #Academy Girls in STEM event at the Ghana-India Kofi Annan ICT Center! The event featured inspiring speakers like Emmanuella Godlove Osei, Bekere Amassoma, M.Sc, PMP®, MamiSerwaa A., and Mrs. Sylvia Adomadzi-Longdon, who motivated the talented girls from the #Korle #Klottey municipality in the Greater Accra Region to dream big and pursue careers in STEM.   It’s exciting to see the next generation of young women embracing tech and innovation. Grateful for the opportunity to witness such inspiration!   #GirlsInSTEM #OracleAcademy #STEMEducation #WomenInTech #InspiringLeaders #STEMforAll Claudia Twum ProjEvent Technologies Springfield Events

Happy Birthday, Dr. Abena Asomaning (PhD.)! 🎉 On behalf of the entire Studentpreneur Africa Network (SAN) team, we wish you an amazing day filled with joy and fulfillment. Your leadership and dedication inspire us, and we are grateful for the incredible impact you continue to make. Here's to another year of growth, success, and making a difference! #HappyBirthday #Inspiration #Leadership #StudentpreneurAfricaNetwork

I am happy to share that I have been officially shortlisted as Ghana’s Candidate for Chairperson of the Commonwealth Youth Council. Consequently, I will launch my campaign and Manifesto on September 5, 2024. With a decade of experience in youth engagement, including working as a foresight fellow with UNICEF, serving as General Secretary of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) and Ghana’s Representative to the Commonwealth Students' Association, among others, I believe I am best positioned to lead the CYC in its next phase. With this notice, I am officially soliciting your support for this campaign. Specifically, to use your social media platforms to promote my candidacy. I am open to any recommendations you may also have on how we can make this happen. #LetsMakeProgress #YouthLead

🎈✨𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗧𝘄𝘂𝗺! ✨🎈 Today, we celebrate not just another year of life but the incredible force of nature that you are! As the driving spirit behind ProjEvent, Springfield Events & Studentpreneur Africa Network, your passion, vision, and unstoppable energy inspire everyone around you. May your journey ahead be filled with groundbreaking achievements, boundless joy, and the kind of success that knows no limits. Here’s to the woman who turns every challenge into an opportunity and every dream into reality! 🚀🌟 Let’s raise a toast to another year of dazzling the world with your brilliance! 🥂🎉

𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀? 𝗔𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 🔐💼 🔐💼 Attention entrepreneurs! 🚀 💡 Most entrepreneurs reach us wanting to know the secret to accessing funding. 🤔 Navigating the funding landscape can sometimes feel like walking through a minefield, but at Lagos Angel Network, we're committed to helping you succeed. 💪 Avoid these five common pitfalls that can derail your funding journey 🚫 By learning from others' experiences and sidestepping these potential obstacles, you'll be well on your way to securing the investment your startup needs to thrive. 💥 1. **𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻** 📚   Many entrepreneurs approach investors without adequate homework. It's vital to understand various funding options and tailor your pitch to each investor's interests. Take the time to research and prepare - it shows respect and increases your chances of success. 2. **𝗨𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀** 💰 While it's natural to be passionate about your venture, overvaluing your company can be a red flag for investors. Strive for a grounded, realistic valuation backed by solid market research and financial projections. This demonstrates both your business acumen and your understanding of market realities. 3. **𝗜𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴** 📊  A clear, well-thought-out financial plan is crucial. Investors want to see that you have a firm grasp on your financial situation, including detailed #cashflow forecasts and a strategic plan for fund utilization. This showcases your ability to manage resources effectively and generate returns. 4. **𝗜𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀** 🎤 Your brilliant idea deserves an equally brilliant presentation. Invest time in crafting a compelling pitch deck and honing your presentation skills. Clear, concise #communication of your business model, market potential, and growth strategy is key to capturing investor interest. 5. **𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴** 🤝  Remember, investors aren't just sources of capital - they're potential long-term partners. Take the time to understand their background, align your pitch with their interests, and foster genuine connections. Building trust and transparency can significantly enhance your funding prospects. By steering clear of the common missteps and working smarter, you'll be better positioned to secure the #funding needed to propel your business forward. Are you ready to take your funding strategy to the next level? Let's connect and make your vision a reality! 💼✨ #StartupFunding #EntrepreneurialTips Adeolu Adewumi-Zer | Kola A. | Olumide Soyombo | Biola Alabi | Yemi Keri | Iyinoluwa Aboyeji | Adedotun (Dotun) Sulaiman | Harry 'Tomi Davies | Solomon King

Google Research is hiring in Accra, Ghana! We’re looking for talented, creative computer scientists to drive our work forward. Postings can be found here Software Engineer II and Senior Software Engineer. https://lnkd.in/dVySacrQ https://lnkd.in/d_vPCZGj Google Research Africa has two sites, one located in Accra, Ghana and the other in Nairobi, Kenya. Our incredible team of researchers, engineers, and other disciplines come from several countries world-wide and have a range of technical expertise.  We focus on identifying and addressing the most pressing challenges facing the continent, and aim to develop impactful solutions at scale. For example, the African Languages project seeks to build support for the thousands of languages that are spoken in Africa, the Open Buildings project maps buildings and roads across Africa, and our work in food security and weather and climate help communities adapt to climate change. Come join us and be a part of our team! https://lnkd.in/dF5-2e-P

Ghana Innovation & Startup Awards - Nominations Open! Know a standout entrepreneur or are you one? Nominate now! Criteria: 📍 Business in Ghana 📝 Registered business 🔞 Under 40 👥 Employs 2+ people 💡 Creative & innovative 🔮 10+ year vision 📈 Marketing skills 🌍 Societal impact Nominate now! 🔗 Nominate Yourself 🔗 Nominate Someone Else Celebrate Ghana’s brightest minds! Visit: www.ghanastartupweek.org