Accelerator and Mentorship

The Saksham Accelerator and Mentorship Program is more than just a program; it is a visionary initiative aimed at empowering women with comprehensive assistance and guidance in the realm of entrepreneurship. This program is building a new world for women in Nepal, creating a whole new wave of businesswomen and entrepreneurs. Launched in April 2023 by Coca-Cola Nepal and Atelier Platform Pvt. Ltd, the Saksham Accelerator and Mentorship Program aims to equip women with the skills and confidence to succeed in their entrepreneurial ventures.

Twice a week, they are engaged in intensive expert sessions, led by esteemed professionals and mentors, delving into vital topics such as gender and women’s rights, feminism, leadership, climate change, legal processes, marketing strategy, finance, profitable presentations and more. The program spans two months, featuring bi-weekly expert-led sessions covering topics such as gender rights, leadership, climate change, legal processes, marketing, finance, and more.

Expert Sessions [2023] were led by

Ms. Sumeera Shrestha

Gender Specialist

Ms. Tripti Chettri

Marketing Expert

Ms. Hannah Cremona

Business Strategist and Mindset Coach

Dr. Manu Karki

Founder/CEO, Ecosaathi Nepal

Dr. Madhurima Bhadra

Feminism and Leadership Expert

Ms. Smriti Gurung

Banker

Ms. Prasanna Basnet

Founder, Cotton Mill Nepal

Mr. Deepak Wagle

Advocate

Mr. Manohar KC

Banker

Ms. Sujata Karki, Founder

Ghaghar and MS

Ms. Jeanne Allard

Collaborative Workshop facilitator

Mr. Agaman KC

Digital Marketing Expert

Ms. Haushala Gurung Thapa

Educator, CYF Nepal, Haushala Creatives, Fashion Revolution Nepal

Each session has been an opportunity to gain valuable insights and hone their skills, preparing them to face the challenges of entrepreneurship with confidence. The jury panel comprising of Ms. Prasanna Basnet, Founder, Cotton Mill Nepal, Ms. Trishagni Shakya, Executive Director, KGH Hotels and Ms. Sneh Rajbhandari, Public Affairs, Communications & Sustainability Director, Coca-Cola Beverages Nepal evaluated their business plans and presentation.