The U.S. Embassy Dhaka played host to a strategic meeting aimed at bolstering the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Bangladesh. This pivotal gathering, held on October 18, 2023, saw the participation of key representatives from the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) Bangladesh.
Mr. K M Hasan Ripon, the national host of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), and Mr. Kamruzzaman Didar, Head of the Department of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Daffodil International University, had the distinct honor of engaging with Mr. Joseph Giblin and Mr. Asif Ahmed during this insightful session.
The discussions revolved around strategies to enhance the entrepreneurial landscape in Bangladesh. Mr. Giblin, a notable figure in the realm of entrepreneurship, shared invaluable insights on orchestrating an impactful GEW 2023 celebration in Bangladesh, offering innovative ideas to further the cause.
The meeting concluded on a heartening note with the induction of Mr. Giblin into the GEN family. This symbolic gesture was marked by the presentation of a GEN Compass Pin, to which Mr. Giblin warmly accepted with a smile, signifying his enthusiasm for the cause.
Global Entrepreneurship Week is an internationally acclaimed event celebrated in over 200 countries. Its mission is to unite millions of individuals worldwide in the spirit of entrepreneurship. In 2023, GEW is scheduled to take place from November 13th to 19th.
GEN Bangladesh is delighted to report that over 100 universities, colleges, schools, chambers, associations, and youth organizations are rallying in support of #GEW2023. They will be conducting a diverse array of events, workshops, mentoring sessions, and pitching competitions to celebrate and promote entrepreneurship.