Smarter finance. Stronger business. Sustainable growth.

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Back for its second edition, this intensive two-day course empowers cocoa entrepreneurs, cooperatives, and SMEs to strengthen their financial foundations and access the capital needed for sustainable growth.

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Bigger and bolder than ever, the 2026 edition offers two full days of expert-led sessions, hands-on exercises, and interactive mentoring — all designed specifically for the realities of the cocoa sector.

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As a participant, you will:

• Master the fundamentals of financial management and build resilience in a changing market

• Explore funding instruments including equity, mezzanine, and climate finance

• Understand green and blended finance, price risk management, and insurance against natural disasters

• Learn how to present and negotiate financing needs with investors and banks

• Discover how collaboration and compliance (e.g. EUDR) can unlock access to finance

• Gain practical experience developing and pitching a finance-ready business plan

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The course culminates in the Shark Tank Pitch Challenge, where participants present their business ideas to a panel of investors and financial experts. Receive direct feedback, refine your strategy, and gain the confidence to secure investment and drive growth.

Whether you’re managing a small estate, leading a cooperative, or scaling an SME, this course equips you with the skills, tools, and mindset to thrive financially in the global cocoa industry.

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Places are limited — secure your spot for 2026 before the programme sells out!