PKN
We facilitate six-month structured cohorts pairing high-growth African SMEs with experienced mentors drawn from US corporates and the global diaspora.
SMEs are rigorously vetted and paired with US-based mentors who possess actionable industry expertise directly relevant to the SME's growth stage.
A structured 6-month roadmap focusing intensely on corporate governance, capital readiness, operational scaling, and US market entry strategies.
Bi-weekly virtual working sessions supplemented by regional in-person meetups at our Nairobi and Washington DC networking hubs.
Upon successful cohort completion, SMEs receive warm, verified introductions to PKN Foundation's network of US-based impact investors and funds.
We are looking for post-revenue companies operating in East Africa with a clear, defensible mandate for growth, local job creation, and female leadership.
We match experienced US executives, impact investors, and diaspora professionals with high-potential founders. Mentors commit to 4 hours a month for 6 months.
We accept a limited number of SMEs and mentors each cohort. Express your interest early — matching takes time to get right.
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