PROGRAM Partners
Do you have a business that cares for the environment and forests?
We’re offering online free business training with personalized advice from mentors, and the chance to meet people who share your passion for the environment.
DISCOVER THE PROGRAM
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the Korea Forest Service (KFS), and Bridge for Billions joined forces to create a complete 4-month free business training to support 50 business projects across Vietnam.
The goal of the program is to help local projects connect, structure, and grow their business so they can contribute to the local economy and forest protection.
Want to learn more?
Join our info sessions to get details, find out how to apply, and ask questions.
After the program you will...
Learn to make your business unique and attract more customers.
Find out how to set the right prices and sell more, boosting your sales and profits.
Improve how you communicate and promote your business.
Organize your business finances to make informed decisions.
Shape your business to do good for the world, attracting investors and even more customers.
Develop a clear plan to expand your business and attract new customers for lasting success.
What will I learn/get during this program?
Network Boost
Connect with other enterprises and mentors in the industry. Build relationships with local and regional industry experts from Vietnam. Create new opportunities and grow together.
Personalized mentorship
Receive personalized mentoring support to make better business decisions, brainstorm new ideas, and review your progress.
Pitch Perfect
Participate in pitch training sessions and showcase your business in our final event.
Master the business
Receive financial training to plan the growth of your business and improve your pricing strategy. We’ll host extra sessions to further develop your business, explore trends, and maximize your operational growth.
Do you work with any of these industries?
Then you’re welcome to expand your business with our program!
Sustainable Timber Value Chain
(e.g.: teak, rubber wood)
NTFPs: Natural oils & resins, Medicinal products and Food & Drinks
(e.g Honey and Fungi), Bamboo or rattan products.
Sustainable Energy Production
Bioenergy, biomass, woodchips.
Services
Water management, Carbon Markets, Ecotourism
RESTORATION AND PROTECTION
Technological applications
How to Apply?
1
Express interest in the program🖊️
Start by clicking the “Apply now” button and answer a few questions about you and your project.
2
Create a Profile and Complete the Application on our Platform 📝
Fill in with your personal information to set up your account on our platform. Remember your email and password for future logins. Complete the application’s five sections at your own pace
3
Submit & Await for Our Response 🚀
After submission, wait for our response on your application’s status.
If you have questions or need any help completing your application, our customer success team and our program team is ready to assist you.
ENTREPRENEURS’ TESTIMONIALS
"I want to thank and be very grateful to the Bridge for Billions program. Thank you very much to those in charge and everyone in the program coordination team. I had many memorable milestones while participating in the program. I was fortunate to find more problems in the model and clarify the direction and approach to my customers a lot. In addition, I was fortunate to meet a very good mentor who supported me enthusiastically, helping me develop many of my abilities while participating in the Bridge for Billions program. Thank you."
"Thank you B4B for helping Nareka clearly plan the strategy and details of what businesses need to do to enter the market, understand customers and plan for impact, development and sustainable growth."
"Not only is the incubation program excellent, but the Mentor and the program team provide additional guidance and extremely helpful I'm very impressed."
"This experience is very meaningful for me and my business as we transition from NGO to Social Enterprise. The program gave me a useful platform and promoted my autonomy in participation. This has contributed to promoting my learning efforts and it has helped me boldly step out of my comfort zone. Thankful to the mentors who gave their time to us and grateful to B4B for building a useful platform for beginners."
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DEADLINE: march, 13th 2024
Timeline
Announcement of selected candidates
Week of March 25th
The selected candidates will be officially notified of their successful selection to be part of the program.
Onboarding Entrepreneurs and Mentors
Week of March 25th
We will deliver a session to explain in detail the program phases and milestones, and get to know each other.
Mentors and Entrepreneurs Matching
Early April
Participants will choose from potential mentors who they would like to work with, and schedule mutual interviews to match with a mentor for the program!
Incubation Period
From April to July
Time to work on the business models with your mentor, and participate in networking and industry experts sessions!
HAVE QUESTIONS, NEED ASSISTANCE, OR WANT TO LEARN MORE?
No problem, we’re here to help!
- This program is part of the international initiative
