Tower Building Exercise for Public Entrepreneurship and Innovation Ecosystem Building (PEIEB) at Arba Minch University, Ethiopia

The aim of the Tower Building exercise was to enhance participants' skills in teamwork, leadership, and resource mobilization within a simulated environment, preparing them to apply these skills in their professional roles. The Tower Building exercise, presented by trainers Kibrom, Aster, and Gezahgn, engaged 62 administrative staff managers of Arba Minch University as part of the PEIEB training program for leaders and experts in the trade and industry sector. Participants were organized into six distinct groups; each provided with the necessary materials and comprehensive instructions to complete the task successfully. The exercise yielded valuable insights into resource management, team leadership, effective communication, coordination, planning, and fostering a strong team spirit. Ultimately, participants acknowledged that the lessons learned would aid in improving their efficiency and effectiveness in their professional roles.