Build your business, block by block.
From national summits to masterclasses and corporate events, we've been gathering entrepreneurs since 2012. Across our latest season we travelled all 9 provinces, one summit, one Business Model Canvas block at a time, each recorded as a masterclass so you can catch up from anywhere.
summits, one per Canvas building block
provinces, the full national journey
complete Business Model Canvas
summits & masterclasses since 2012
Catch up on the season.
The national journey has wrapped, all nine provinces, one Business Model Canvas block at a time. Every summit was recorded, so you can still build your canvas from anywhere.
More than a conference.
Each summit goes beyond the theory: corporates open the gates on vendor databases, while SARS, CIPC and SEDFA keep you compliant and contract-ready.
Registration & welcome
Doors open at 08:00, with a word from FNB to set the day in motion.
Compliance presentations
SARS, CIPC and SEDFA on the non-negotiables of staying compliant and contract-ready.
Case study breakaways
Real businesses, unpacked in smaller rooms where you can dig into the detail.
Access-to-market sessions
What corporate buyers really look for when sourcing from SMMEs, and how to get listed.
SMME exhibitions
Exhibition space for local entrepreneurs to show up, show off, sell and build leads.
Masterclass & guest entrepreneur
A recorded masterclass on the day's Canvas block, closed out by a guest entrepreneur's story.
9 elements. 1 complete business strategy.
Together, these 9 blocks of the Business Model Canvas form the foundation of a real, working strategy, one you can grow with. The series dedicates a summit to each.
Value Proposition
What problem are you solving, and why should your customer choose you? The clear promise of value that sets you apart.
Customer Segments
Who exactly are you serving? Know their needs, behaviours and buying triggers, and speak directly to them.
Channels
How are you delivering your product or service? The right marketing, sales and distribution touchpoints, digital or physical.
Customer Relationships
How do you attract, retain and grow your customer base? Connection, loyalty and a brand people come back to.
Key Activities
The core things your business must do every day to succeed, keeping your team focused and aligned with strategy.
Key Resources
The assets you need to make the business work: people, technology, funding and facilities that drive delivery and growth.
Key Partners
Who can help you scale smarter and faster? Partners reduce risk, expand reach and bring new capabilities.
Cost Structure
What are your biggest costs, and are they justified? Understand your cost drivers to stay lean and profitable.
Revenue Streams
How does your business make money, and how could it make more? Pricing, payment models and new revenue without burnout.
