AEA Projects

Empowering entrepreneurs and fostering sustainable business growth

INVEST TO EMPOWER

The INVEST TO EMPOWER project is a collaborative initiative by AEA Business, Wilkasen, and TAEMart to empower young entrepreneurs in Ghana with professional skills but limited funding. The project involves investing in TAEMart Kitchen stands, Pampared Salons, and other enterprises, providing training, marketing support, and guidance to create sustainable businesses and jobs.

Project Objectives

1. Empower 30 young entrepreneurs annually
2. Create 100 direct jobs annually
3. Foster economic growth and development in Ghana
4. Promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the local community

Target Beneficiaries

  1. Young Ghanaians (21-40years) with professional skills but limited funding.
  2. Entrepreneurs with viable business ideas and a willingness to learn.
  3. Individuals with a passion for entrepreneurship and self-employment.

Project Components

AEA Business and Wilkasen invest in:

Short-term entrepreneurship training covering:

Ongoing marketing support and guidance, including:

Revenue Sharing

AEA Business and Wilkasen take 25%-33% of gross revenue, partner entrepreneur keeps 75%-67%

Selection Criteria

1. Skill proficiency and relevance to the enterprise
2. Suitable location for the enterprise
3. Personality of the partner (motivation, work ethic, etc.)
4. Business plan and growth potential
5. Commitment to the partnership and enterprise

Implementation Criteria

1. Call for applications every two months through AEA website and social media
2. Selection of partner entrepreneurs based on criteria
3. Training and onboarding
4. Launch and support of enterprises
5. Regular monitoring and evaluation

Roles & Responsibilities

  1. AEA Business and Wilkasen: investment, training, marketing support, guidance
  2. Partner Entrepreneur: manage day-to-day operations, provide regular updates, adhere to partnership terms

Implementation Criteria

  1. Duration: 2 years, renewable
  2. Ownership: AEA Business and Wilkasen retain 100% ownership of the brand and enterprise
  3. Exit clause: partner entrepreneur can exit with written notice, AEA can terminate for non-performance

Kitchen Stands Packages

MAXI STAND
S/NItemQty
13-in-1 locally made Burner1
2Frying Pan (Big)1
3Dadesen size 52
4WOK1
5Food Storage Containers1 set
6Chaffing Dish2
7Microwave1
8Blender1
9Set of Knives3
10Grater1
11Slicer1
12Wooden Spoons1 set
13Peeler1
14Cutlery6
15Kitchen Set4
16Mixing Bowls2
17Serving Trays2
18Mop & Bucket1
19Broom1
20Dustpan1
21Dustbin1
22Fridge1
23Hair Net1 pack
24Gloves1 pack
25Measuring Cups4
26Liquid Soap1
27Sponge1
28Cooler big1
29Spice Containers4
30Plates6
31Basting brush3
32Napkins6
33Chopping Board2
34Frying Pan1
35Saucepan3
MEDIUM STAND
ItemQty
2-in-1 locally made Burner1
Frying Pan1
Chaffing Dish1
WOK1
Blender1
Grater1
Slicer1
Peeler1
Wooden Spoons4
Cutlery Set6
Dust Pan1
Dust Bin1
Broom1
Hair Net1 box
Gloves1 pack
Serving Tray2
Food Storage Container3
Mixing Bowls2
Liquid Soap1
Sponge1
Set of Knives3
Napkins4
Chopping Board1
Strainer1
MINI STAND (BANKU & TILAPIA)
ItemQty
Coalpot1
Griller3
Grill1
Dadesen1
Earthenware Bowl & Grinder1
Blender1
Spatula1
Banku Dade1
Frying Pan1
Strainer1
Cooler1
Wooden Spoon1 set
Napkins4
Mixing Bowls3
Small Bowl2
Spoons2
Tongs1
MINI STAND (NOODLES / SPAGHETTI)
ItemQty
2-in-1 Burner1
Strainer1
Saucepan2
Frying Pan1
WOK1
Wooden Spoon1 set
Mixing Bowls2
Napkin4
Chopping Board1
POPCORN STAND
Item
Popcorn Stand
All needed ingredients for varieties

Kitchen Stands Types

Maxi Stand

Standard Stand

Mini Stand

Popcorn Stand