FORMAL EVENT REPORT
Workshop on Empowering Youth Entrepreneurs for Economic Resilience
Event Date
09 NOV 2025
Participants
250+
1. Executive Summary
The Workshop on Empowering Youth Entrepreneurs for Economic Resilience provided a dynamic platform for young entrepreneurs to gain valuable insights and tools to strengthen their ventures against economic uncertainties. Participants explored key themes such as adapting to market changes, accessing new financial opportunities, and integrating innovative solutions into their business models. Expert facilitators offered guidance on harnessing technology and building supportive networks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and ongoing skill development as central pillars for navigating today’s complex economic climate. Attendees left equipped with practical strategies and renewed motivation to lead resilient, forward-thinking enterprises.
2. Key Findings & Discussion Areas
Market Adaptability & Innovation
Strategies focused on integrating flexible, innovative solutions (including technology) to quickly adapt business models to sudden market shifts and sustain growth.
Financial Opportunity & Risk Mitigation
Identifying non-traditional financial sources and developing robust risk assessment plans to stabilize ventures during periods of economic uncertainty.
Mentorship & Skill Development
Highlighting the crucial need for supportive networks, peer-to-peer learning, and consistent access to experienced mentors for ongoing professional guidance.
Conclusion
The workshop successfully provided youth entrepreneurs with actionable frameworks for building financial and operational resilience. The next phase focuses on embedding these learnings into practical business operations.
- Establish Mentorship Matches: Launch a program to connect workshop attendees with industry veterans for structured, long-term guidance.
- Develop Scenario Planning Tools: Provide entrepreneurs with templates for running ‘what-if’ analyses to better prepare for economic downturns.
- Access to Finance Clinics: Host specialized clinics focusing on pitching to diverse investors and navigating alternative funding mechanisms.
- Resilience Network Launch: Create a dedicated digital platform for peer support and continuous sharing of best practices and market insights.