Theme: Sustainable Entrepreneurship: Promoting Innovation, Inclusivity, and Socio-Economic Development
Theme: Sustainable Entrepreneurship: Promoting Innovation, Inclusivity, and Socio-Economic Development
- 13th–14th Nov, 2025
- Emara Ole Sereni Hotel
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Eng. Mike Mutungi
Dr. Roselyn Marandu Kareithi
Mercy Kimalat
Dr. Tonny Omwansa
Dr Hilda Muteshi
Anne Lawi
Chepkemoi Magdaline
Isaiah Gichana
Fredrick Ang'ienda
Dr. Ratemo Makiya
Caroline N. Mwazi
John Gitau
Wangechi Wahome
James Gachiri
Dr. Bernadette Mutinda
Event Overview
The ASSEK Annual Conference and Innovation Awards 2025 is the flagship convening of the Association of Startup and SME Enablers of Kenya (ASSEK), bringing together a diverse community of stakeholders committed to advancing sustainable entrepreneurship across the country and region.
Under the theme “Sustainable Entrepreneurship: Promoting Innovation, Inclusivity & Socio-Economic Development,” the 2025 edition of the conference will be held in Nairobi from 13th to 14th November 2025.
This high-level forum will assemble Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs), investors, policymakers, development partners, academia, and ecosystem leaders for two days of strategic dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaborative engagement.
The Innovation Awards, held as part of the conference, will honor outstanding initiatives and organizations that have demonstrated exceptional commitment and innovation in advancing entrepreneurship and ecosystem development in Kenya.
Through this annual gathering, ASSEK reaffirms its role as a national convener and thought leader in the entrepreneurship ecosystem, working to catalyze policy dialogue, ecosystem alignment, and long-term impact for entrepreneurs and enablers across Kenya. Why attend?
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Experience ASSEK Annual Conference & Innovation Awards 2025
Members
- Priority access to all conference sessions and workshops
- Exclusive networking opportunities with industry leaders
- Complimentary entry to the Innovation Awards Gala
- Access to members-only resource materials and post-event reports
Delegates
- Full access to all conference sessions, workshops, and panel discussions
- Invitations to exclusive delegate networking events and roundtables
- Complimentary seat at the Innovation Awards Gala dinner
- Digital conference package — speaker presentations & session recordings
Exhibitors
- Premium 3×3 exhibition booth in the main conference area
- Brand visibility in conference materials, website, and social media promotions
- Opportunity to connect directly with investors, policymakers, and ecosystem players
- Complimentary passes for up to two (2) company representatives.
Key Themes & Discussions
Our event programme is currently being finalised and will be available soon. Stay tuned for updates—we can’t wait to share the exciting schedule with you!
The Role of Collaboration and Ecosystem Building
Emphasizing the importance of collaboration to drive innovation, conducive policy frameworks and regulation, overcome systemic
challenges, and produce sustainable socio-economic outcomes.
Sustainable Trade
Strategies for inclusive economic participation, entrepreneurship development, and job creation for young people and women-led enterprises.
Youth & Women Empowerment
Strengthening intra-Africa trade, tackling non-tariff barriers, and fostering a favourable environment for cross-border trade.
Digital Transformation & Emerging Technologies
Leveraging cutting-edge technologies (e.g., AI, IoT, blockchain) as a catalyse for sustainable and resilient business while achieving
environmental and social objectives.
Entrepreneurship & MSME Growth
Strengthening the role of Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs) in empowering startups &MSMEs through access to finance, capacity building, and market linkages.
Financing Sustainable Ventures
Reimagining capital deployment for effectively funding ventures that are not only profitable but also socially and environmentally responsible.
Sustainability & Climate Resilience
Promoting green investments and regional environmental policies to address climate change challenges.
Impact Measurement and Scaling
Discussing how to effectively measure outcomes of sustainability efforts and scale successful models to achieve broader impact.
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Together, We Build Kenya’s Future of Entrepreneurship
Theme: Sustainable Entrepreneurship: Promoting Innovation, Inclusivity, and Socio-Economic Development.
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We’d love to hear from you! Get in touch with us using the details below.
- Location: Pinetree Plaza, Kaburu Drive, Ngong Road.
- Address: P.O BOX 1730-00606 – Nairobi, Kenya
- Email: info@assek.ke