Kampala Impact Day 2024, a hybrid event is redefining the entrepreneurial landscape by empowering entrepreneurs with tools and connections to drive sustainable growth. Rooted in the Triple Bottom Line principle—People, Planet, and Profit—the event aims to provide an inclusive platform for social entrepreneurs to drive meaningful change within their communities and beyond. Entrepreneurs also have the opportunity to exhibit their businesses, highlighting innovative solutions that address societal challenges while promoting environmental sustainability and economic growth.

The Kampala Impact Day underscores the importance of collaboration among entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem leaders, fostering synergies that amplify impact.

One key activity of the event will be a pitching session, where six (6) entrepreneurs will present their ventures to a panel of potential investors. With only three minutes to captivate the audience, they will showcase their innovations, market potential, and readiness for investment. The stakes are high, as awards await those with the most compelling pitches, including recognition for innovation, teamwork, and business scalability. This competitive segment aims to inspire and reward excellence in social entrepreneurship.

The entrepreneurs that will be pitching include;

1. Ethan Bampeire; Founder of Neexa AI, an AI startup helping businesses sell more and grow effortlessly through automation of marketing and sales.
2. Emmanuel Twesigy; CEO and Co-founder of Everlend Agritech Limited, a B2B digital platform that allows smallholder farmers access climate-resilient food crop seeds for planting. The platform also is an online farmers’ marketplace where agro-produce buyers meet with sellers
3. Steven Kavuma; Founder of Revmake, an energy tech company whose mission is to create a circular economy for lithium-ion batteries that has a positive effect on the planet, people, and profit. They aim to add value by treating used lithium-ion batteries not as waste but as a valuable material for recreation.
4. Wendy Gloria Musiimenta; Founder of Nile Chocolates, a micro-batch company that aims to sensitize the community of farmers and schools about the food science behind cocoa farming and hence promoting value addition at the origin, environmental preservation, but also emphasizing health aspects
5. Doreen Jean Nsasiirwe; Founder of Westlink Delicacy API Group Limited, a startup offering natural, nutritious, and sustainable alternatives to synthetic health products to enhance the health and wellness of its customers while tackling the critical issues of poor health and environmental degradation.
6. Miriam Akoramazima; Founder of Glory Revolution Limited, a startup with a mission to combat malnutrition and food scarcity.

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Kampala Impact Day 2024, a hybrid event —will be held under the theme “Celebrating Innovation, Collaboration, and the Role of Investment Readiness in Scaling Social Enterprises Blended Finance” and bring together ecosystem players including social businesses/entrepreneurs, incubation hubs, investors, government, private sector, development agencies, CSOs, and the general public, etc. to collaboratively pave way for the future of Uganda’s social business startup ecosystem

Kampala Impact Day is redefining the entrepreneurial landscape by empowering entrepreneurs with tools and connections to drive sustainable growth. Rooted in the Triple Bottom Line principle—People, Planet, and Profit—the event aims to provide an inclusive platform for social entrepreneurs to drive meaningful change within their communities and beyond. Entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to exhibit their businesses, highlighting innovative solutions that address societal challenges while promoting environmental sustainability and economic growth. The event underscores the importance of collaboration among entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem leaders, fostering synergies that amplify impact.

One of the highlights of the day will be the Investment Readiness Masterclass, a tailored session designed to empower entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge necessary to attract investment. This masterclass will delve into the nuances of the investment journey, from understanding different funding stages to crafting strategies for successful capital raising. By the end of the session, participants will have actionable insights and the confidence to navigate the complex landscape of investment, propelling their ventures toward scalability and growth.

Adding to the activities will be the pitching session, where six entrepreneurs will step into the spotlight to present their ventures to a panel of potential investors. With only three minutes to captivate the audience, these entrepreneurs will showcase their innovations, market potential, and readiness for investment. The stakes are high, as awards await those with the most compelling pitches, including recognition for innovation, teamwork, and business scalability. This competitive segment aims to inspire and reward excellence in social entrepreneurship.

The entrepreneurs that will be pitching include Ethan Bampeire; Founder of Neexa AI, Wendy Gloria Musiiment; Founder of Nile Chocolates, Steven Kavuma; Founder of Revmake, Doreen Jean Nsasiirwe; Founder of Westlink Delicacy API Group Limited, Emmanuel Twesigy; CEO and Co-founder; Everlend Agritech Limited, and Miriam Akoramazima; Founder of Glory Revolution Limited.

The day will culminate in a prestigious Awards Ceremony, celebrating excellence across various facets of entrepreneurship. From Best Branding and Excellence in Customer Care to Outstanding Entrepreneur of the Year, these accolades will honor individuals who embody creativity, resilience, and impact. These awards will not only spotlight entrepreneurial excellence but also inspire others to pursue impactful and sustainable business ventures.

1. Best Branding Award

This award will be given to recognize the entrepreneur who has demonstrated exceptional creativity in developing their brand, making it memorable and eye-catching for customers. This includes ensuring a perfect fit for selling in all markets, both locally and internationally, along with high-quality packaging that elevates the brand experience.

2. Excellence in Customer Care Award

This award will be given to the entrepreneur who has consistently delivered outstanding customer service. The recipient will have shown a strong commitment to serving the customers with a lasting experience that sets them apart.

3. Increased Awareness Award

This award will recognize the entrepreneur with the most compelling pitch deck, showcasing clear market potential, scalability, financial soundness, and a strong value proposition. The recipient of this award will be determined by a panel of judges after the pitching session.

4. Outstanding Entrepreneur of the Year Award

This award will be given to two entrepreneurs (female and male) who have shown exceptional performance in terms of business growth since the completion of the Sustainable Technology for Africa program (ST4A Program). The winners will have demonstrated innovation, resilience, impact, and a reliable communication base with Einstein Rising, serving as an inspiration to others, and making a significant contribution to their industry or community.

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