Simon Turner

One thing I have consistently been vocal about is that our youth need a revolutionary shift in mindset for business success. But they are also desperate for a country that supports them, a nation that doesn’t abandon them to an unforgiving world which is fast leaving them behind.

🌍💡 Exciting News! We launched the Climate Research Fund for African Students to empower young Africans to lead #climate solutions by supporting research to address environmental challenges. Read more: greenafricayouth.com/2025/01/23/pre… #ClimateResearch #YouthEmpowerment #AfricaLeads

@thisisthemax @AchimotaSchool Congrats Max, to you and Yvonne ❤️

Today marks six incredible years since we said “I do” and an unbelievable 20 years since she changed my life forever, though she didn’t know it at the time.   It was a Saturday afternoon at the @AchimotaSchool dining hall when Yvonne saw me playing chess and asked if I could teach her the game. The funny thing is, she thinks that was the first time I noticed her. Oh no. Long before that moment, from my quiet spot in the Aggrey Chapel (where I would later become Chapel Prefect), I’d been seeing this brilliant, beautiful Slessor House girl walk past the Chapel since Year 1. The nerd in me never quite found the courage to say hello.   From Motown to the University of Ghana (@UnivOfGh), life kept weaving us closer. We later took a leap of faith together, moving to the UK, where we shared a tiny room while pursuing the same course at the London School of Business & Finance. I am good with numbers – my Yvonne is better.   To be understood is a rare gift. To be understood and loved is the greatest blessing of all. So my life with Yvonne, my high school sweetheart, my wife, and the mother of our two beautiful daughters who light up my world, feels endlessly full!   A thousand years with this lady wouldn’t be enough, but I’ll cherish every moment I get. I love you, Yvonne. Here’s to forever. Happy Anniversary! 🥂   Watch our wedding day here: youtu.be/SjsQfOOUXMk?si…

We WON the 2024 @EarthshotPrize! ✨🌍 We are beyond thrilled! This recognition fuels our mission to build Zero Waste Cities, improve air quality, and empower communities across Africa.💚🌱 #EarthshotPrize #GAYOImpact #ZeroWasteCities #CleanAir #ClimateAction

Thanks Maxine Lee @rightclickvc @paulgrimes_ @ryancross Jeff Perlman Simon Litchfield @svbabbar Dr Leila Alem Michael Taus @pc0 @cooperdotco @StartSoc Roger Do. Next cohort Feb '25 for 3.5 months part-time #mentor #mentorship #StartOz #StartupAUS #StartupNZ #FiWorldwide @founding

Pleased to Announce that I am the winner of the GoGettaz Prize and the second Ghanaian to achieve that. Thank you for all your support

A Hidden Reason for Business Failure in Social Enterprise: Exploring Innovative Talent Solutions in Frontier Markets - ⁦@NextBillion⁩ nextbillion.net/hidden-reason-…

@growformeafrica Congrats, GFM team 🏆

We’re thrilled to announce that GrowForMe has won the Global Tech Innovator Competition 2024, hosted by KPMG Private Enterprise! Their Micro Aggregator Platform (MAP) tackles $1.9B in post-harvest losses in Africa, impacting 19K farmers with scalable market access, quality inputs

#Ghana boasts abundant talent and wisdom, yet many capable individuals shy away from pursuing #innovative ventures. The primary reason? A pervasive and persistent fear of financial inadequacy. Many now believe that no matter how hard they try, they will always be thwarted by financial #barriers and that there is no way around it. The reluctance to start new #ventures due to financial limitations is rooted in practical considerations. Financial resources are the lifeblood of any #business initiative. Even the most brilliant #ideas can only come to fruition with adequate #funding. I agree. However, the issue goes beyond the absence of #money. ☞ﾟPolicies like the 1983 #EconomicRecoveryProgramme prioritised #foreigninvestment, creating a lasting financial disparity. This historical context is key to understanding the current challenges for #Ghanaian SMEs and entrepreneurs. ☞ﾟ#Regulatory challenges and red tape deter potential entrepreneurs, but streamlining processes and digitalising services could help. ☞ﾟCultural norms in Ghana favour stable jobs over #entrepreneurship due to the fear of social stigma associated with #businessfailure. ☞ﾟ#Women in Ghana face unique challenges, such as cultural norms, limited #education, and lack of collateral, which make it harder to secure #financing. ☞ﾟThe fear of #debt, especially with high #interestrates, further discourages #risktaking. What can we do? ☞ﾟThe theory of "learned helplessness," developed by psychologists Martin Seligman and Steven Maier, explains how repeated financial obstacles can make Ghanaian #entrepreneurs feel powerless and reluctant to start new ventures. This sense of helplessness leads to inaction. ☞ﾟA report by the #WorldBank indicates that access to #finance is one of the top three challenges for #businesses in Ghana, alongside electricity and tax rates (World Bank, 2021). ☞ﾟOnly 20% of Ghanaian #SMEs have access to formal credit, compared to 60% in high-income countries. An IFC survey four years ago highlighted a $4.1 billion financing gap for Ghanaian SMEs. One can only imagine what the actual data looks like now. ☞ﾟThe issue of limited access to finance is worsened by a lack of financial literacy, leaving many unaware of alternative financing options like #venturecapital, #crowdfunding, and #angelinvestors. ☞ﾟImpact investors like myself will always focus first on #funding ventures that generate positive #social and #environmental outcomes. #ESG is now widely known, but not as widely understood. There’s more in this article. I hope you enjoy the read in today’s Business & Financial Times or online via this link lnkd.in/eaBRNfbv Subscribe to the ‘Entrepreneur In You' newsletter here 👉 lnkd.in/d-hgCVPy Have a great week! 👍

“Never let the quest for more distract you from the beauty of enough.” - @SahilBloom

"Just because it's not optimal, doesn't mean it's not beneficial." - James Clear

“And once the storm is over, you won't remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won't even be sure whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm, you won't be the same person who walked in. That's what this storm's all about." Haruki Murakami

Join me at the @founding Africa Regional Founder Showcase TODAY. WHEN: Thu 26 Jul, 6pm (UTC/Africa, Casablanca) RSVP: fi.co/event/africa-r…. Hear from fast-growing, African entrepreneurs and watch them pitch their pre-seed startups. #fiworldwide

Join us to meet my startup Grow For Me and dive into all things entrepreneurship. I’ll be sharing my journey, offering tips, and answering your burning questions about founding a startup. Date: July, 25 Time: 7 PM CET Link for RSVP: fi.co/startupwebinar…

"If you want to be successful, you must respect one rule: Never lie to yourself!" - Paulo Coelho

@NodeEight @dzansibrian @WashFellowship @StateDept @USEmbassyGhana @AccraDigiDigest Congrats @dzansibrian. Very impressive

Congratulations to our visionary Co-Founder and CEO, @dzansibrian, on being selected for the prestigious 2024 #MandelaWashingtonFellowship! This prestigious fellowship from the U.S. Department of State is a testament to Brian's remarkable leadership and 1/3

I'm excited to introduce the 3 startups who'll be joining @founding's African Regional Founder Showcase! 🎉 📅 Date: July, 25 at 6 PM (Africa, Casablanca) 📍 RSVP: 🔗lnkd.in/dVjmTbaH Our founders: 1️⃣ Nana of @growformeafrica 2️⃣ Etornam of @SPiiKA_Inc 3️⃣ Marie-Louise The Mishkan Group If you're a startup founder looking to learn, or an investor seeking promising startups, this event is for you. P.S. Repost this to help spread the word! ♻️ #fiworldwide