ACADEMY
The Academy is for aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators and creatives passionate about aligning with God to solve some of our time’s most pressing issues. The Academy is divided into two parts: 2 days back-to-back inspiring virtual sessions and an in-person weekend gathering in Stellenbosch. Expect keynote speakers, industry-related panel discussions, group reflections, and brainstorming sessions to navigate the intersection between work and faith.
Attendees wanting to learn more and dig deeper, can also apply to be part of the NextGen Founders Programme (see more information in the link below).
ACADEMY WEEKEND
19 – 21 JULY 2024
STIAS, STELLENBOSCH
A WEEKEND WHERE ENTREPRENEURS GATHER TO CONNECT, LEARN AND GROW!
Expect keynote speakers, industry-related panel discussions, group reflections, and brainstorming sessions to navigate the intersection between work and faith. The weekend has an exciting programme line-up that even promises the opportunity for individuals to pitch their businesses (or business ideas).
PROGRAMME
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FRIDAY, 19 JULY 2024
16:00 Arrival & Registration
17:00 Dinner
18:00 Welcome
18:10 Praise and Worship
18:20 Redemptive Leadership
18:50 Redemptive Business Foundations
19:10 Short Break
19:30 Redemptive Business Foundations
20:10 Reflection Groups
20:40 End
SATURDAY, 20 JULY 2024
7:15 Arrival
8:00 Worship
8:30 Redemptive Operations
9:00 Redemptive Framework
9:20 Customer experience
9:40 Redemptive branding
10:00 Tea Break
10:20 Redemptive Teams and Partnerships
10:40 Financial Stewardship
11:00 Redemptive Business Model
11:20 Pitch Examples
11:35 Tea Break
11:45 Breakout Groups:
Youth and Education
Finance and Investments
Technology
Healthcare
Marketing, Media and Design
Agriculture and Foods
12:40 Lunch
13:30 Refection Groups
14:00 Panel Discussion: A Gospel Witness in Marriage, Family & Business
14:30 Panel discussio: NextGen Founders Alumni
14:55 Break
15:05 A Worthy Calling: A Redemptive Employee
15:30 Trailblaizer – Against The Odds
15:50 Tea Break
16:00 Refection Groups
16:35 Panel discussion: Inspiring Ideas
17:00 Pitch Party
18:00 Dinner
20:00 End
SUNDAY, 21 JULY 2024
7:15 Arrival
8:30 Worship
9:00 Rule of Life: Rhythms
9:30 Refection Groups
10:15 Tea Coffee and Cake
11:00 END
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CONFERENCE COST:
R 2000 PER PERSON
LIMITED ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE AT R 2 000 pps
ALL MEALS AND BEVERAGES ARE INCLUDED FOR THE FULL EXTENT OF THE WEEKEND.
Through the generous support of our financial partners, provision has been made for those unable to contribute financially. A 50% scholarship will be available to those who want to attend but cannot due to financial constraints, especially those travelling outside the Western Cape.
WHAT TO EXPECT
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FORM THE ACADEMY:
- Interacting with Christian entrepreneurs who are integrating their faith into their ventures
- Grappling with the questions surrounding the Theology, Culture and Work intersection
- Discussions and practical guidance on dealing with and reacting to current issues in our world
- Building a network of like-minded peers from all over South Africa
- Listening to personal stories of how young Africans have launched redemptive ventures
WE’LL ENGAGE WITH TOPICS SUCH AS:
- How do Christian entrepreneurs bring solutions to redeem spaces in society
- Discovering how a business idea fits into God’s plan
- Finding a work-life balance that honours God
“Triga was recommended to me by a dear friend who clearly saw the fire that lit up in my eyes every time I spoke about Social Entrepreneurship. Also, I love Jesus! So stepping into a world where these two things collide was absolutely mind-blowing. Triga is the first community that I’ve seen that carries the perfect balance of equipping leaders with practical tools, keeping people and community upliftment as the core focus and using the life and teachings of Jesus as the foundations of the entire programme. This is a community built by excellence and a love for redemption. Only great things can come from it!”
Puno Selesho • NextGen Founder & Academy Participant
