Level 3. Funding to Scale

ACE LEVEL 3 – Funding to Scale Readiness Training (8 weeks – Fee is 10% of Funding that ACE Secures)

This is a funding readiness training program for existing SME business that have been in business for at least 2 years and are looking for funding to grow to the next level. To be admitted to this program, the SME will need to meet the following criteria:

100% African owned and managed

Legally registered in Kenya.

Need to have basic functional management & financial controls for at least 2 years

Registered with KRA and have a Tax Compliance Certificate

Banking history of no less than 12 months

Clear definition of the problem to be solved by the funding.

Clear articulation of a proposed growth plan once this funding is completed

Articulate the impact that the funding will have on business growth as well as impact to Youth and Women – How many jobs will be created from this funding?

Legally registered in Kenya.

ACE Leadership will make an assessment and determine which SMEs will be admitted into this program. Joining this program does not guarantee that you will get funding, but it increases your chances of receiving funding.