Entrepreneur Development
With over 30 years of experience in SME investing, SEAF is intimately aware of the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in the management of their businesses.
SEAF found that entrepreneurs were generally not as equipped to deal with rapid business growth. They frequently lacked knowledge and tools to assess new markets and struggled to gain access to capital. Entrepreneurs also lacked the right networks with other entrepreneurs who had experience entering regional and international markets bringing their businesses to scale.
CEED was created to address these challenges by enlisting successful entrepreneurs to mentor those looking to grow their businesses. CEED was developed using a peer to peer model where entrepreneurs would share their experiences, help others overcome challenges, and develop trust in others in the network.
17
Years
25
Active Communities, 5 financially sustainable
2000+
Entrepreneur Members
65000+
Entrepreneurs Served
55000
Jobs created since 2006
45%
Women-owned Businesses
23%
Median Revenue Growth
10%
Employment Increase
78%
Of members that were looking for finance, were able to secure it
Vision
CEED aims to be the most trusted global community of like-minded entrepreneurs and their most valuable resource for growth.
Mission
CEED develops and connects entrepreneurs who want to grow as leaders, build their companies and give back to their community.
Approach
CEED Connects and creates opportunities for entrepreneurs by facilitating business connections and networking. CEED Empowers entrepreneurs with the knowledge and information they need to grow their businesses. CEED Inspires entrepreneurs to become leaders, give back to the entrepreneurial ecosystem and broader community.