Aspire Launchpad
Training for Idea and Early Stage Entrepreneurs
This idea-stage program guides entrepreneurs through a process to test and hone their business ideas while training them in business fundamentals and how to integrate faith with their work.
DISCOVER YOUR ENTREPRENEURIAL FUTURE
Join over 350 idea and early-stage Kenyan entrepreneurs who have received support in validating their ideas, refined their business model, and see immediate growth. You will receive the key business concepts to overcome your challenges and a toolkit to apply the knowledge to your business.
You Can Expect
233%
in revenue growth within 12 months of completing our program
380%
average growth rate in investment capital raised by alumni 1-year after training
96%
of alumni who agree or strongly agree that they are a more generous person in giving of their time, talent and resources as a result of their experience with Sinapis
94%
of female alumni agree or strongly agree that their experience with Sinapis boosted their self-confidence
Learn more about the other impact you can expect
Hear what Ann has to say about her experience in the Sinapis Aspire Launchpad program.
Course for entrepreneurs looking to build their vision into a thriving business or launch a new product
If you’ve got a new idea for a business—or you are an existing business looking to launch a new product or service—Aspire is for you.
The only real prerequisites are (1) having an idea, (2) being willing to question, shape, and fine-tune that idea, and (3) being excited to share that idea with others in a supportive, collaborative, and welcoming environment.
You’ll leave the program with a deeper understanding of how to create a sustainable business, articulate your model, and repeat the process with your next great idea.
What to Expect
Community
Live, in-person, interactive sessions
Sinapis is big on relationships. Community with the right mentors, peers, and support network is vital. So from the start, classes are live, in-person, interactive sessions where you engage with others in debates, live simulation games, and problem sets.
Commitment
On average 6 hours per week for 9 weeks
Aspire is offered in different formats, such as Saturday mornings or one evening per week. Each session lasts 3.5 hours. However, you should expect to spend 6-8 hours per week across class time, fieldwork, and study.
Curriculum
Refine your ideas with help from other entrepreneurs
Aspire’s training is a discussion-based course where entrepreneurs refine their ideas while engaging each other. The curriculum is tailored with local case studies exploring challenges that you are actually likely to face. During sessions, you will learn from the challenges and successes from established entrepreneurs that visit the class.
Week 1
All About You!
Week 2
Knowing Your Customer
Week 3
Getting the Relationship Right
Week 4
Building the Model to Scale
Week 5
Strengthening Your Structure
Week 6
Discovering the Bottom Line
Week 7
Accounting for Growth
Week 8
Planning for the Future
Week 9
Celebration!
Testimonials
98% of alumni agree or strongly agree that Sinapis content was very relevant to their business.
Check out our reviews on Google and Facebook to see for yourself.
Our next programs start soon!
February 7th - Physical Classes at Sinapis Office
2nd Floor, The Square, Third St. Industrial Area Kampala
Complete Program ScheduleAspire Launchpad Program
- This idea-stage program guides entrepreneurs through a process to test and hone their business ideas while training them in business fundamentals and how to integrate faith with their work.
- On average 3.5 hours per week for 9 weeks
- In-person classes each Saturday
- Classes meet once a week for 3.5 hours
Program Cost
UGX 650,000
Registration Cost
UGX
50,000
Can be paid in installments -
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Launchpad class today!
Sign UpWho is it for?
Idea-stage to early-stage entrepreneurs with the following recommendations:
- You have an idea and aspire to be an entrepreneur
- You’re an early stage founder or co-founder with a business that is less than 2 years old
- Have at least a Ugandan certificate of secondary education
- You're eager and ready to commit the time to the program
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Business Competition
Throughout the Entrepreneur Academy, entrepreneurs work to develop and refine an investment-worthy business plan. Upon graduation, these entrepreneurs are invited to submit their business proposals to Sinapis’ annual Business Competition.
If selected, they compete in a live event to pitch their business to a panel of business leaders, influencers, and investors. The winner receives grant-based seed capital. And in participating countries, outstanding finalists are invited to join Sinapis’ Fast Track Accelerator business accelerator program.
