FCMB SheVentures and JSAID Empower 100 Designers

FCMB SheVentures and the Jenniez School of African Interior Design (JSAID) have successfully trained 100 interior designers, focusing on improving their financial literacy and business management skills. This program aims to empower participants to build sustainable enterprises by providing practical guidance on structuring businesses, making informed financial decisions, and accessing financial solutions for growth.

The initiative addresses a significant challenge in the interior design industry: transitioning from creative practice to commercially viable enterprises. FCMB SheVentures, the women-focused business proposition of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), offers women entrepreneurs access to finance, business support, mentorship, and networks.

Nnenna Jacob-Ogogo, Group Head of SheVentures and Impact Segment at FCMB, emphasized the importance of knowledge, networks, and confidence for entrepreneurs. Dr. Jennifer Chukwujekwe, founder of JSAID, noted that this collaboration helps designers navigate the business and financial aspects of their profession, filling a critical gap in the industry.