Beyond Limits Fellowship Programme - Cohort 1

Entrepreneurship Development

BEYOND LIMITS FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMME – COHORT 1

The Beyond Limits Entrepreneurship Fellowship Programme in 2021 was a transformative experience for aspiring entrepreneurs. Led by industry experts, including Juliet Ehimuan, founder of Beyond Limits and Director at Google in West Africa.

The Beyond Limits group mentoring ThinkTank sessions in 2021 focused on developing leadership and personal effectiveness skills. Participants had the opportunity to learn from and engage with industry leaders, gaining valuable insights and guidance for their entrepreneurial journeys.

In addition, the program provided a platform for participants to pitch their projects and businesses, with the chance to win grants. The 2021 Beyond Limits Fellowships for Founders Programme showcased the talent and determination of the 12 finalists.

Mentors Beyond Limits Fellowship for Founders in 2021.

The ThinkTank sessions were led by a diverse group of industry leaders, including Tonye Cole, Co-founder & Group Executive Director of Sahara Group; TY Bello, Photographer and Artiste; Bunmi Akinyemiju, Founder of Venture Garden Group; Nimi Akinkugbe, Founder of Bestman Games and Nigeria’s Ambassador Designate to Greece; Osayi Alile, CEO of ACT Foundation; Audu Maikori, Group CEO of Chocolate City Group; Uche Pedro, Founder & CEO of Bella Naija; and Eghosa Omogui, Managing General Partner of EchoVC Partners.

Dr. Juliet Ehimuan

Founder, Beyond Limits. Ex-Director, Google West Africa

Tonye Cole

Co-founder & Group Executive Director, Sahara Group

Nimi Akinkugbe

CEO, Bestman Games & Money Matters with Nimi

Osayi Alile

CEO, ACT Foundation

TY Bello

Photographer & Artiste

Eghosa Omogui

Managing General Partner, EchoVC Partners

Uche Pedro

Founder & CEO, Bella Naija

Audu Maikori

Group CEO, Chocolate City Group

Bunmi Akinyemiju

Founder of Venture Garden Group

Participants Testimonials:

Previous participants have shared their positive experiences and outcomes from the programme. Some testimonials include:

"We appreciate the connection and the opportunity to be face to face with industry heavyweights and hear how they have been able to make an impact while also sharing what we are looking to achieve with healthcare in Africa. Thank you, especially for the sessions on self-leadership and the impact it has on the entire business."

"We've been able to develop a product called 'BrandsConnect' to connect brands to users through a gaming model while learning a lot about the importance of the entrepreneurship mindset, especially in Africa."

"I learned a lot about improving my leadership skills, and a big thank you for being one of the three businesses selected for a grant. It has been a worthwhile experience."

"I was advised to leverage better distribution channels for my business, establish a better brand presence on social media, and to also leverage my access to the programme mentors. This was truly beneficial to me and my business."

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Entrepreneurship Development