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YEPI Entrepreneurship Summit 2023

Where Social Entrepreneurs + Change Makers and Technologist + Innovation meet. 

Held every year, the YEPI Entrepreneurship Summit (#YESmombasa2023) is a one-day structured networking platform for entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, corporate and government leaders who are committed to support and develop an entrepreneurship ecosystem in Mombasa, the second most populous city in Kenya.

 

The Summit brings together 200 participants to Converge, Network and Learn unique skills and best practises in today's business environment, and identify and leverage opportunities for business from key private and public sector players. The summit will also showcase innovation, social impact and collaboration in the Kenya’s only port city.

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BUSINESS CONNECTIONS

Direct interaction between businesses and customers integrated into the summit to help you connect with your target audience and grow your customer base.

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PITCH WITH A PURPOSE

Interactive Pitching Competition where budding entrepreneurs pitch their startup to a panel of esteemed judges for a chance to win prizes. 

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EXPERT PANEL

Learn from industry leaders and experts who are leading change in their industries on sustainable entrepreneurship

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THE YEPI SOKO

A platform where corporates and entrepreneurs showcase and sell their innovative products and services during an exclusive exhibition.

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SECTOR FORUMS

Sector forums focused on Creative Economy; Technology; Environment; Health and Lifestyle; and Blue Economy.

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PLENARY SESSIONS

Short plenary sessions with industry leaders to provide divergent points of view on sustainable entrepreneurship.

2023 FEATURED Speakers

Over 30 speakers and panelist covering Entrepreneurship, Technology and Leadership.

 

The YEPI Entrepreneurship Summit features a dynamic line up of local and international leaders and influencers who are steering change in their industries on successful business development for micro, small & medium enterprises. Hear their inspiring stories and learn best practices in today’s business environment.   

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Kevins Randiek

Founder,

Brand K Marketing

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Purity Gakuo

Founder,

KUZA Freezer

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Robert Katavi

Founder,

ROKA Bags Africa

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Beryl Atieno

Founder

Maydlys Cleaning

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Otumbo Vincent

Co-Founder

SAV Skills

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Amani Katana

Executive Director, YEPI

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Hon. Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir

Governor,

Mombasa County

Alice Gugulev, Managing Director GDI, Af

Alice Gugelev

Managing Director GDI Africa

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Mahmoud Noor

Founder,

Swahilipot Hub

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Beatrice Ndinda

Alumni Relations Manager, YALI RLC EA

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Wale Akinyemi

Founder

Street Hubs

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Wanjiku Wambugu

Founder

Nyali Capital

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Robert Wahome

Lead, GoBlue

Sinapis Group

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Mohamed Gharib

Co-Founder

Uhired-Me

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Chepkemoi Magdaline

Founder

Eldo-Hub

Past summits

15

High Level Government Leaders

70

Exhibitors

1100

Entrepreneurs

8

Countries Represented

20

Corporate Companies 

120

Speakers

2023 Partners and Sponsors

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