Location: Ghana

The Client: Ghana Climate Innovation Centre (GCIC)

Category: Impact and Education Leaders

Challenge:

GCIC faced the challenge of equipping entrepreneurs working in the climate innovation space with the leadership, resilience, and strategic capabilities required to scale their businesses sustainably. These entrepreneurs, while passionate and skilled, needed tailored support to navigate complex ecosystems, secure funding, and build impactful, growth-ready businesses.

Approach:

The Human Edge collaborated with GCIC to design and deliver a mentoring programme tailored to the unique needs of climate entrepreneurs. This programme provided one-on-one mentoring with experienced business leaders, focusing on areas such as leadership development, strategic planning, and problem-solving. Workshops and additional resources complemented the mentoring relationships, fostering a supportive environment for the entrepreneurs to thrive.

Key Takeaways:

• Effective mentoring programmes require alignment with the specific needs of the target audience—in this case, climate-focused entrepreneurs.
• A blend of one-on-one mentoring and structured workshops can provide a well-rounded developmental experience.
• Tailored mentoring solutions can strengthen entrepreneurial ecosystems, fostering resilience and leadership among participants.

Impact:

The mentoring programme resulted in measurable growth for participating entrepreneurs, including enhanced leadership capabilities, improved strategic clarity, and tangible progress toward scaling their businesses. GCIC entrepreneurs reported feeling more confident and equipped to address challenges, secure funding, and drive innovation in their respective fields, contributing to the growth of Ghana’s climate innovation ecosystem.