Our Story

Established in 2021, Atelier Platform is dedicated to empowering local entrepreneurs, particularly women and youth, by providing them with the necessary tools, training, and support to thrive in Nepal’s business landscape. Our mission is to foster growth, innovation, and sustainability within communities through various training, awareness, and skill development programs.

Atelier Platform began its journey by supporting youth entrepreneurs such as KehiKrafts, Mala np, Mama’s Kefir, and AR leather, enabling them to connect with communities across Nepal. 

Our commitment to fostering entrepreneurship led us to develop SAKSHAM in 2022, an initiative under Coca-Cola Nepal’s Women Empowerment Program.

Through Saksham, we have provided knowledge and skills to over 3000 micro and small-scale women entrepreneurs, particularly those in the grocery retail and small restaurant sectors across multiple provinces in Nepal, spanning central and eastern regions. Our initiative aims to enhance entrepreneurial knowledge, encourage growth, and foster innovation among these women entrepreneurs.

Atelier Platform is led by Ms. Ritu Gurung KC, an Environment and Natural Resource Management graduate with over 17 years of extensive experience in strategic planning, program management, monitoring and evaluation, entrepreneurship, and capacity building.

At Atelier Platform, we are committed to empowering individuals and communities, fostering entrepreneurship, and driving positive change in Nepal’s business landscape. Join us on this journey of growth, innovation, and empowerment.