
In August 2024, CINA proudly completed its Concentration Stage BootCamp, a six-day immersive training aimed at equipping young entrepreneurs with the skills and clarity needed to bring their business ideas to life. This intensive boot camp brought together 18 scholars, representing 8 business ideas, for a week of deep learning, mentorship, and business development.
The program focused on guiding participants through core sessions on:
- Creating a scalable business modal
- Confirming the Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
- Drafting a Concise Business Plan
- Creating a Pitch Deck
Making Realistic Financial Projections
By the end of the BootCamp, each scholar had crafted a solid business model, confirmed the viability of their product or service, and gained confidence in presenting their business ideas to potential investors and partners. The final day featured a pitching event, where scholars presented their ideas to an external panel of judges. After careful evaluation, three enterprises were awarded prizes for their innovative solutions.
Post-BootCamp Development
The BootCamp is just the beginning. Post-BootCamp, the focus shifts towards helping these scholars increase their sales and impact. Scholars are receiving ongoing mentorship to refine their sales strategies, build connections with partners, and scale their operations. By concentrating on growing revenue and measuring their social impact, CINA continues to support these entrepreneurs on their journey to success.
CINA remains committed to nurturing young leaders who will not only build sustainable businesses but also solve some of the most pressing challenges in the DRC. As the BootCamp graduates work towards scaling their enterprises, we look forward to witnessing the transformative impact these young innovators will have on their communities