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BMEN Masterclass: Turning Numbers Into Growth
2025-11-18 08:00 - 2025-11-28 17:00 UTC | IBA Room, Ground Floor, iCentre, Anggerek Desa, Brunei Darussalam
📅 Date: 8 – 10 December 2025📍 Venue: IBA Room, iCentre, Anggerek Desa🕒 Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM daily🔗 Open to: Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Brunei

🧩 About the Masterclass
Turning Numbers into Growth is a three-day, hands-on masterclass designed to help MSMEs understand, organise, and communicate their financial information with confidence.Built specifically to support businesses preparing for PBBA, Standards Programme, and Co-Matching Scheme, this masterclass helps entrepreneurs convert financial data into clear insights and actionable strategy.
Participants will learn how to clean up financial statements, build realistic 3-year projections, and craft a compelling financial narrative that supports growth, funding, and award applications.

🎯 What You’ll Learn
Day 1 — Understanding Financial Foundations

Learn the core components of financial statements (P&L, margins, cost structure)

Rebuild and clean up your own simplified P&L

Distinguish fixed vs variable costs and analyse impact on profitability

Day 2 — From Data to Decision-Making

Develop practical 3-year financial projections

Conduct break-even analysis for strategic pricing and planning

Translate financial data into business decisions and growth actions

Hear real-world insights through a BMEN Mentor Talk

Day 3 — Financial Storytelling & Presentation

Craft a powerful 1-page financial narrative for awards and funding

Connect numbers with strategy, operations, and future plans

Learn how financial storytelling strengthens submissions for PBBA, Standards, and Co-Matching

Receive mentor and BEDB feedback to refine your narrative

🙋‍♀️ Who Should Join?
This Masterclass is ideal for:

Brunei-registered businesses operating for at least 1 year

Priority will be given to participants preparing to join BEDB initiatives such as:

Co-Matching Scheme
Standards Programme
Proudly Brunei Business Awards (PBBA)

🎓 Limited slots available. Register early to secure your spot and level up your business operations and leadership today!

BMEN Masterclass: Marketing with Meta Business Suite
2025-11-18 08:00 - 2025-11-28 17:00 | Level 1, Knowledge Hub, Anggerek Desa Technology Park, Knowledge Hub, Anggerek Desa Technology Park, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Muara, BB3713, Brunei Darussalam
📅 Date: 18 – 21 & 26 -28 November 2025📍 Venue: iCentre, Anggerek Desa🕒 Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM daily🔗 Open to: Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Brunei

🧩 About the Masterclass
The BMEN Masterclass: Marketing with Meta Business Suite is designed to equip Brunei’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with practical marketing strategies and hands-on experience in using digital tools to enhance their business visibility and operational efficiency through Meta platforms (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp).
The programme will be delivered over two phases:

Week 1 (Tue–Thu): Marketing Fundamentals & Planning (with BMEN Mentors)
Week 2 (Wed–Fri): Practical Implementation using Meta Business Suite (with appointed trainer)

A post-training virtual follow-up will also be conducted to review campaign progress and provide tailored feedback.

🎯 What You’ll Learn
By the end of this Masterclass, participants will be able to:

Develop a 3-month actionable marketing plan aligned with Meta tools.
Set up and optimise a Meta Business Suite account (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp).
Execute organic and paid ad campaigns and analyse their performance.
Automate messaging and customer engagement via Meta Inbox.
Interpret analytics to refine marketing strategies.

🗓️ Schedule Overview

Phase
Details
Facilitator

Week 1
Marketing Fundamentals & Planning (3 days)
BMEN Mentors

Week 2
Practical Meta Training (3 days, full-day sessions)
Appointed Trainer

Follow-up
Virtual 1-on-1 coaching (15–30 mins per participant)
Trainer

Each day features expert mentors sharing real-world stories, small group discussions, and dedicated time for participants to reflect on their own business challenges.

🙋‍♀️ Who Should Join?
This Masterclass is ideal for:

Brunei-registered businesses operating for at least 1 year
MSMEs seeking to improve digital marketing and brand visibility
Entrepreneurs with active Facebook or Instagram pages (preferred)

Priority will be given to participants preparing to join BEDB initiatives such as:

Co-Matching Scheme
Standards Programme
Proudly Brunei Business Awards (PBBA)

🎓 Limited slots available. Register early to secure your spot and level up your business operations and leadership today!

BMEN Speed Mentoring: An Evening with BMEN Mentors
2025-09-24 18:45 - 21:30 | Ground Floor, iCentre Lobby, Anggerek Desa, Simpang 32-37, Berakas A, Brunei, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Muara, BB3713, Brunei Darussalam
Event Details:

Day: Wednesday

Date: 24 September 2025

Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM (Arrival 6.45pm)

Venue: Ground Floor, iCentre Lobby, Anggerek Desa

The event brings together 15 BMEN mentors and 15 mentees in a dynamic, fast-paced mentoring format. Each mentee will rotate through a series of one-on-one sessions, guided by pre-assigned questions, allowing them to gain valuable advice and perspectives from multiple mentors.

Mentorship Walk With Youth Entrepreneurs
2025-08-29 16:30 - 18:00 | Istana Darussalam to Taman Mahkota Jubilee Emas, Kampong Sumbiling,, Bandar Seri Begawan, BS8511, Brunei Darussalam
Join us for an inspiring Mentorship Walk in celebration of Brunei Darussalam Youth Day 2025! This light and casual walk brings together BMEN mentors and young entrepreneurs for meaningful, real-time conversations in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Date: 29 August 2025 (Friday)
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Istana Darussalam to Taman Mahkota Jubilee Emas
Whether you’re exploring a new business idea or looking to grow your current venture, this is your chance to learn from experienced business mentors — all while enjoying one of Bandar’s most scenic routes.
Why join? Connect with mentors in an informal, no-pressure setting Get fresh perspectives on your business challenges and ideas Network with other youth entrepreneurs on the same journey
Open to youth aged 18–35 with an interest in entrepreneurship
Dress code: Modest sportswear
Spots are limited — sign up now and take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey!

BMEN Masterclass: Business Operations and Human Resource Management for MSMEs
2025-08-19 08:00 - 2025-08-21 17:00 | IBA Room, Ground Floor, iCentre, Anggerek Desa, Brunei Darussalam
📅 Date: 19 – 21 August 2025📍 Venue: iCentre, Anggerek Desa🕒 Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM daily🔗 Open to: Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Brunei

🧩 About the Masterclass

Struggling to manage daily operations? Finding it hard to lead your team effectively?

Join the BMEN Masterclass on Business Operations & Human Resource Management — a 3-day immersive learning experience designed to help MSME owners and managers streamline operations, strengthen team performance, and apply simple strategies for business growth.This Masterclass blends expert-led sessions, mentor talks, and practical business clinics to ensure you leave with actionable tools and new perspectives.

🎯 What You’ll Learn

By the end of this Masterclass, participants will be able to:

Understand the core principles of effective business operations
Identify and resolve inefficiencies in current workflows
Set SMART goals to improve business performance
Apply simple, low-cost tools to automate repetitive processes
Build and lead a more accountable, communicative, and motivated team
Understand basic performance management systems and KPI.

🗓️ Schedule Overview

Day

Focus Area

Key Activities

Day 1 (Tue, 19 Aug)

Introduction to Business Operations

Concepts, process mapping, improvement strategies, business clinic

Day 2 (Wed, 20 Aug)

Goal Setting & Project Management

Pain point identification, SMART goal setting, mentor case sharing

Day 3 (Thu, 21 Aug)

People & Performance Management

HR strategies, team dynamics, performance tracking, leadership mentor talk

Each day features expert mentors sharing real-world stories, small group discussions, and dedicated time for participants to reflect on their own business challenges.

🙋‍♀️ Who Should Join?

This Masterclass is ideal for:

MSME founders and managers across all industries (retail, F&B, services, manufacturing, etc.)
Entrepreneurs who manage their own teams or plan to hire soon
Business owners looking to grow sustainably through better operations and people management

🤝 What to Expect

High-impact sessions led by BMEN mentors
Personalized feedback during business clinics
Peer networking and cross-learning
Hands-on tools, checklists, and templates
Post-class support and follow-up mentorship opportunities

🎓 Limited slots available. Register early to secure your spot and level up your business operations and leadership today!

BMEN Power Brunch: Navigating Tender Landscape
2025-06-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Laze Cafe, Kiulap, Ground flr, Unit 2, Blk B, Bgn Begawan Pehin Dato Paduka Hj Mohd Yusof, Jln Kiulap, Kg Kiulap
Demystifying the Tender Process – Over BrunchThinking of tapping into government or corporate tenders, but unsure where to start? Or maybe you’ve secured a tender before but want to better manage what comes next?
Join us for a casual yet focused BMEN Power Brunch as we explore what it really takes to navigate Brunei’s tender landscape — from spotting opportunities and understanding requirements, to ensuring business continuity and sustainable growth after the contract.
This is a small-group mentoring session where you’ll rotate through several rounds of discussion with experienced mentors, each bringing insights from different industries and tender experiences.
🍽️ Real conversations.💡 Practical insights.🤝 Learn from those who’ve done it — and done it differently.

BMEN Masterclass: Financial Literacy and Zoho Books
2025-06-09 08:30 - 2025-06-13 16:30 | IBA Room, Ground Floor, iCentre, Anggerek Desa, Brunei Darussalam
About the Masterclass
This 5-day BMEN Masterclass: Financial Literacy & Zoho Books is designed to equip Brunei MSMEs with the financial knowledge and digital tools needed to streamline their operations and improve decision-making.
Organized under BEDB’s Tech Enablement Programme, the Masterclass combines:

Financial literacy fundamental

Hands-on Zoho Books training

📅 Date: 9–13 June 2025🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Mentoring sessions on Day 1 & 5)📍 Venue: IBA Room, iCentre, Anggerek Desa
Whether you’re already signed up for the Tech Enablement Programme or exploring how digital tools can transform your business — this Masterclass is your opportunity to start strong.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Who is this Masterclass for?This Masterclass is open to:

MSMEs already enrolled in BEDB’s Tech Enablement Programme (TEP)

Entrepreneurs interested in learning about Zoho Books and potentially joining the TEP

Q2: What are the eligibility criteria?Participants must meet the following:

Legally registered MSME in Brunei

In operation for at least 6 months

Able to provide a financial track record of at least 3 months

Priority given to those who have joined DARe programmes

Demonstrated commitment to adopting digital tools

Q3: Do I need to be tech-savvy or have prior experience with Zoho Books?No prior experience is needed. This Masterclass is designed to be beginner-friendly, with step-by-step guidance and live demonstrations.

Q4: Will I receive a certificate?Yes, participants who complete the full Masterclass will receive a certificate of participation.

Q5: Is this Masterclass free?Yes, the Masterclass is fully sponsored under BEBD

Q6: How do I sign up for the Tech Enablement Programme if I’m not yet enrolled?Details on how to join the TEP will be shared during the Masterclass. You may also express your interest during registration.

Power Brunch: Guiding Youth Entrepreneur
2025-05-29 09:00 - 11:00 | Kopte Cafe, Sunway Centre
Date: Thursday, 29 May 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AMVenue: Kopte Café, Sunway Centre
Are you a young entrepreneur looking for guidance, inspiration, and real-world advice from experienced business mentors?
Join us at the BMEN Power Brunch: Guiding Youth Entrepreneurs — a casual and interactive group mentoring session designed to support youth entrepreneurs like you. Meet other young business minds, share your challenges, and gain valuable insights over a cup of coffee in a relaxed café setting.
This session is free and open to all youth entrepreneurs in Brunei. Limited seats available — sign up now and start building your future with the support of BMEN!

BMEN Appreciation Lunch (Raya Edition)
2025-04-23 11:30 - 13:30 | Private: Garden’s Veranda Banquet hall and Restaurant, Kampung Rimba, Rimba, Brunei Darussalam
We are delighted to invite you to the BMEN Appreciation Lunch (Raya Edition) to celebrate the contributions of our dedicated mentors, reflect on our achievements, and share what’s ahead for the Brunei Mentors for Entrepreneurs Network (BMEN).

Event Details📍 Venue: Garden’s Veranda Banquet Hall and Restaurant, Kampung Rimba📅 Date: Wednesday, 23 April 2025🕦 Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Event Highlights✨ Celebrating BMEN’s milestones and future plans🌟 Presentation of the ‘Star Mentor’ Award🍽️ Raya-themed lunch and networking

Event Schedule:

11:30 AM – Arrival of Guests
12:15 PM – Opening Remarks & Presentation
12:30 PM – Award Presentation
12:45 PM – Lunch Served
1:30 PM – Event Conclude

Mentorship Walk & Networking Event
2025-01-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-02 08:00 - 17:00 | The Empire Brunei
Join us at our Mentorship Walk to network alongside the scenic backdrop of the Jerudong coastline! The Mentorship Walk aims to create a unique platform for mentor-mentee connections through a guided walk, fostering meaningful dialogue. After the walk, we invite you to continue the conversation over refreshments at the nearby cafe. By merging physical activity with intentional networking, we aspire to cultivate a culture of mentorship and forge lasting connections. Don’t miss this opportunity to walk towards growth and mentorship!
