Business Financing &
Entrepreneurship Summit
Empowering Entrepreneurs. Connecting Capital.
Building the Marketplace.
23rd January 2026
9:30AM - 5:00PM
KISE Kasarani
Nairobi County
Background & Rationale
The Kenyan and East African business landscape is entering a new phase of opportunity—driven by rising consumer demand, infrastructure development, digital transformation, regional integration, and global market linkages. Yet despite the growing opportunities, many SMEs continue to face critical challenges that limit their ability to scale.
Key Barriers to Growth
These challenges affect all sectors—manufacturers, traders, developers, importers, service providers, wholesalers, retailers, and startups.
The Prittworld Solution
The Business Financing & Entrepreneurship Summit by Prittworld Business Forum is designed as a high-level, transformative platform to equip business owners with the knowledge, networks, capital connections, and practical systems needed to build sustainable and scalable enterprises.
The Summit draws from a robust framework that empowers entrepreneurs holistically—financially, strategically, operationally, and market-wise.
Summit Objectives
To connect SMEs with financing institutions, investors, and capital providers.
To empower entrepreneurs with practical financial discipline, lending prudence, and cashflow systems.
To strengthen enterprise capacity through mentorship, coaching, and structured training.
To elevate SME marketing visibility through networking, exhibitions, and product alignment.
To improve investor-readiness and bankability among SMEs across all sectors.
To build a strong ecosystem where entrepreneurs, financiers, and developers collaborate.
Target Audience
The Summit targets a broad population of marketplace players, fostering a diverse environment for deal-making and business growth.
SMEs Across All Sectors
- Startups
- Growing SMEs
- Seasoned Entrepreneurs
Industry Categories
The Six Pillars of the Business Financing & Entrepreneurship Summit
These pillars form the backbone of the Summit’s content, experience, and expected transformation for every entrepreneur.
1. Prudence in Lending & Responsible Borrowing
Entrepreneurs often get trapped by poor credit decisions. We equip SMEs with the tools to assess risk.
- Evaluating loan products & rates
- Understanding financing instruments
- Aligning debt with cashflow
- How lenders assess business risk
2. Cashflow Management & Financial Mastery
Most SME failures are caused by cashflow, not lack of profit. This pillar strengthens financial health.
- Cashflow forecasting & liquidity
- Working capital optimization
- Financial controls & budgets
- Building strong financial discipline
3. Marketing Visibility & Product Alignment
In today’s marketplace, visibility is currency. This pillar empowers SMEs to attract customers.
- Predictable revenue systems
- Branding & customer acquisition
- Digital & offline strategies
- Product positioning & packaging
4. Business Mentorship & Advisory Support
Entrepreneurs grow faster when guided by experienced mentors. We provide direct access.
- Practical mentorship from leaders
- Advisory on compliance & operations
- Scaling & risk management strategies
- Sector-specific mentorship clusters
5. Enterprise Capacity Building
Modern businesses require modern skills to become bankable and scalable.
- Enterprise development training
- Operations & systems refinement
- Sales mastery & negotiation
- Corporate governance basics
6. Investment Preparedness & Capital Connection
The "Bridge to financing." We help entrepreneurs secure financing confidently.
- Due diligence preparation
- Pitch & proposal creation
- Understanding valuation & risk
- Capital matchmaking sessions
Expected Outcomes
What you can expect to achieve by participating:
- SMEs gain strong financial literacy & cashflow mastery
- Increased SME visibility through exhibition
- Stronger linkages between entrepreneurs & capital
- More SMEs become bankable and investor-ready
- Increased financing approvals & successful deals
- Owners gain clarity, direction, and growth strategies
Speakers
The Business Financing & Entrepreneurship Summit features visionary entrepreneurs, financial experts, and thought leaders shaping Africa’s business landscape.
Gain insights from industry champions who have built thriving enterprises.
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Exhibitors & Sponsors
We are proud to partner with SMEs in bringing collaboration to the power of entrepreneurship and enterprise development.
The Business Financing & Entrepreneurship Summit provides brands with a unique platform to showcase their products, services, and innovations to a high-impact audience of SMEs, investors, and business leaders.
Why Partner With Us?
- Showcase products to high-impact audience
- Network with investors & business leaders
- Enhance brand visibility
Become a Partner
Interested in partnering with us? Fill in the details below to secure your spot.
Official Summit Program
Business Financing & Entrepreneurship Summit
By Prittworld Business Forum
Registration & Networking
- Arrival of guests & Welcome desk
- Exhibitor booths open
- Light refreshments
Opening Prayers & Consecration
- Apostolic opening & Consecration of Summit
- Dedication of entrepreneurs & enterprises
Opening Ceremony
- Welcome Speech (Host)
- Introduction to Prittworld Business Forum
- Purpose & Vision of the Summit
Keynote Address
“Financing the Future: Empowering SMEs & Entrepreneurs for Sustainable Prosperity”View Full Itinerary
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