BPN Stories & Events

Marie Aime continues to run a family business that produces banana wine. In order to become more competitive and modernize the end product, the entrepreneur has introduced new packaging. By working with BPN, she has also been able to develop valuable skills. Find out more in the video!

The bakery was founded in 1945 and is run by Leana, the third generation of the family to do so. Together with BPN, the entrepreneur has revised the work processes and the product range and is now striving to become the market leader for cakes and tarts in western Nicaragua. Find out more in the video.

Jackson runs a company that manufactures cleaning products. Watch the video to find out how he put BPN's knowledge and tips into practice and turned a clean start into a brilliant success.

These 2 members of the Board of Trustees will celebrate a service anniversary in 2024. Their commitment shows how individual passion and collective effort can come together to create meaningful change. A brief account of their work and motivation provides an inspiring insight into the heart of the BPN Foundation and testifies to the positive impact that can be achieved through commitment and collaboration.

Natia is the founder of "FAS Group" - a thriving accounting and tax law company with 20 employees. Through the partnership with BPN-Georgia and inspiring conversations with experts, "FAS Group" is now planning to expand its services internationally. Find out more in the video testimonial!

A new chapter for entrepreneurs is beginning in Musanze, the lively tourist center of Rwanda. Thanks to BPN Rwanda and the Mastercard Foundation, a new BPN location has been opened there to promote entrepreneurship in the north of the country.

Klara is an entrepreneurial all-rounder: the Montessori teacher opened a pastry store, a restaurant, the first public school and a language center in Karakol. Read the interview in the current issue of Ladies Drive to find out how kindness and ethical courage have shaped her entrepreneurial path.

Adriana runs a bakery that specializes in high-quality cakes. From initial challenges without a clear business plan to successful expansion thanks to strategic financial planning and employee development, watch the video to learn how the BPN Foundation helped Adriana realize her entrepreneurial dreams.

The BPN trip to Nicaragua took us to a world where entrepreneurship and cultural diversity intertwine and offered us a unique insight into the Central American country. Our days were filled with encounters that were both inspiring and educational, taking us from the bustling atmosphere of Managua to the historic ruins of León Viejo, via the picturesque streets of Granada to the mangrove river of Juan Venado National Park.

With the help of BPN seminars, a duo consisting of an architect and an engineer have been able to lead their company to success and at the same time make a positive impact on society - even beyond national borders. Find out more in the video!

The BPN office in Mongolia has been modernized and welcomes employees and entrepreneurs in a professional atmosphere. Get an insight into the newly designed office.

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The year 2023 brought new challenges for our location in Osh. Now we need your help to continue our mission of promoting business. With exciting plans for 2024, from strengthening our team to improving our online presence, we're ready to do great things. Find out what your donation is doing in Osh...

In the video, Nadia talks about her experience with BPN and the important role that collaboration has played in the company's survival, especially during Covid-19.

Now that 2023 is coming to an end, we are remembering the special moments, experiences and encounters that this year has held for us.

Solongo had the simple idea of offering her children healthy treats. Today, she runs a professional company and produces a large quantity of hard candies every day with her team. Read the interview with the entrepreneur in the current issue of Ladies Drive.

Values serve as guiding principles that direct our behavior, our decisions and our relationships. Values need to be defined and brought to life, regardless of the region of the world in which someone is active. BPN Foundation article in Bonum Magazine, December 2023 issue, on pages 6 and 7.

Fresh impetus for BPN entrepreneurs! We are constantly expanding our training program to provide optimal support for entrepreneurs.

"Do you have a wish for Christmas?" This question can be difficult to answer when you have everything you need for yourself. This often leaves you with the tricky search for a meaningful gift or, in the end, the surprise and hope that the other person has had a good idea. The BPN Foundation has another option to offer: A donation as a gift.

The BPN Foundation gave 14 entrepreneurs from Mongolia an insight into Swiss corporate culture.