BPN annual review 2025

"We don't learn from experience. We learn from reflecting on experience."

John Dewey

Dec. 31, 2025

2,900+ subsidized jobs

In 2025, over 2,900 jobs were promoted, approximately 200 seminars and workshops were held, and over 1,700 coaching sessions were conducted.

*Thedetailed evaluation has not yet been completed; figures may vary slightly until the official annual report is published.

Dec. 31, 2025

Development of new BPN seminars

Our range of seminars is growing continuously in order to provide companies with the best possible support. In 2025, a total of 23 new seminars/webinars were developed. Find out which topics are particularly in demand in which country...

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Oct. 2025

Study trip Mongolia-Switzerland

Fourteen entrepreneurs from Mongolia spent a week immersing themselves in the practices of successful Swiss companies, ranging from family businesses to industrial firms.

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Sept. 2025

Change of leadership Georgia / Uganda

Chris Langenegger is taking over as head of BPN Georgia, well prepared and in close consultation with his predecessor Daniel Matter. This is an example of forward-looking transition and stable team leadership.

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Sept. 2025

Donation weekend on the Lenk

Thank you very much for your valuable and appreciated support!

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Aug. 2025

Strong signal from Kampala

With its new centrally located office, BPN Uganda is creating a professional environment for growth, exchange, and local anchoring. The first workshops are underway, the network is growing, and the location is making an impact.

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Aug. 2025

Business trip with a profound effect

Eleven entrepreneurs from Kyrgyzstan experience Swiss corporate culture firsthand, gaining lasting impressions and concrete ideas for their businesses. A week full of openness, responsibility, and genuine learning experiences.

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July 2025

New BPN office in Managua

By moving to a more functional location, BPN Nicaragua is creating more space for coaching, seminars, and meetings. A pragmatic step with impact and a strong signal for quality!

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July 2025

NEW: Financial Fund Mongolia

The BPN financial fund in Mongolia enables entrepreneurs to make targeted investments, for example in medical technology or real estate. Each loan directly triggers entrepreneurial development.

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May, 2025

10 years at the top

In this interview, Willi Helbling looks back on a decade as CEO of BPN, sharing insights into challenges, developments, and personal insights. A retrospective with attitude and a clear compass.

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April, 2025

Trip to Switzerland with learning impulses

Rwandan entrepreneurs visit Switzerland with a focus on best practices, networks, and innovation models. Perspectives for their companies are broadened and horizons expanded.

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March, 2025

Effect made visible

The new Impact Report 2022-2024 shows what entrepreneurial promotion actually achieves: more turnover, new jobs and stable companies. An overview of figures, developments and voices from 5 countries.

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Feb. 2025

BPN starts in Uganda

Since early 2025, BPN has been setting up a new program in Uganda: with committed entrepreneurs, initial seminars, and clear growth targets.

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Jan. 2025

External examination passed

The ZHAW has conducted a comprehensive audit of BPN's financial management seminar,focusing on practical relevance, structure, and impact. The result: proven quality, recognized by experts.

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