{"id":33277,"date":"2023-09-28T15:54:08","date_gmt":"2023-09-28T12:54:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sbs.strathmore.edu\/?page_id=33277"},"modified":"2023-09-28T17:40:49","modified_gmt":"2023-09-28T14:40:49","slug":"annual-sme-conference-expo-2023","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sbs.strathmore.edu\/fr\/annual-sme-conference-expo-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Annual SME Conference & Expo (2023)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Sustainability and Climate Resilience:<\/strong> Creating Opportunities for SMEs<\/h1><\/div>

This year\u2019s annual SME conference highlights the immense potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and social enterprises to not only survive but thrive in the face of current environmental challenges by embracing sustainability and building resilience to climate change.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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12th<\/sup> – 13th<\/sup> October 2023<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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8.00 am – 4.00 pm (GMT+3)<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Strathmore University, Main Auditorium<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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The chosen theme of \u201cSustainability and Climate Resilience: Creating Opportunities for SMEs\u201d aims to shift the narrative from viewing sustainability and climate resilience as mere burdens for compliance requirements to recognizing them as powerful drivers of innovation, competitive advantage, economic growth, and societal impact. By embracing sustainable business models, sustainability practices and building resilience to climate change, the enterprises can mitigate environmental risks and unlock new business opportunities and enhance their overall sustainability and viability in the long run.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Key Focus Areas<\/h3><\/span>
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Sustainable Business Models for SMEs and social enterprises<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Climate Resilience Strategies for SMEs and social enterprises<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Policy Support and Collaboration for SMEs and social enterprises<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Social Enterprises and Impact<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Financing Sustainable Businesses for SMEs and social enterprises<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Powering Climate-Smart Solutions through Digital Transformation for SMEs and social enterprises<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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