Ysolde Shimwe

BPN came into my life at exactly the right time. I was overwhelmed, facing both personal and professional challenges, and on the verge of giving up. The support I received through the program helped me formalize my business, build a proper structure, and implement better systems. I also learned how to become a stronger leader within my company. Without BPN, I honestly believe I would have closed my business. Today, our operations are more organized, and our revenues have doubled.

“BPN has helped me grow, not just as an entrepreneur, but as a person. I’m more organized, more focused, and I’ve seen a positive shift in my relationships with family and friends. The program gave me the tools to improve my business, but also the mindset to live and lead better.”

“Eight months into the program, I started seeing results. I went from 3 employees to 21. Without BPN, I don’t think anyone would know who I am. BPN taught me professionalism and how to operate a business. But most importantly, they taught us that inclusion should be intentional.”

"One of the most important lessons I learned from BPN is to look at problems and to know that there are opportunities hidden in them. There was a time when my carpentry was flooded with rain water. I looked at the mess and said: 'this is going to be our showroom'. And it became our showroom!"