Mentoring for micro-enterprises

ā€¯"There are many reasons to be part of an industry organization. I think above all that it signals openness and generosity that everyone wins, which is to the advantage of our customers.".ā€¯"ā€¯

Bo Tiderman, CEO at Airwatergreen

A relevant business network can be crucial for new companies to grow stronger faster. That's why the Water Industry offers mentorship for micro-enterprises.

The water industry has identified a need for smaller and innovative companies in the water and sanitation sector to gain access to a relevant business network earlier in their development journey. With increased access to the water and sanitation market and by facilitating collaborations and partnerships with established players, micro-enterprises can grow faster.

Often the opportunity to invest in a membership only arises when the company has advanced beyond the stage where they need the support the most.

The water industry believes that innovation is crucial within the industry to address many of the challenges we face. Innovation can help create more resilient and sustainable water systems, reducing the risk of water shortages, water pollution and other water-related disasters.

About the Water Industry's customized membership for micro-enterprises

  • Microenterprises are defined, according to the EU, as companies that employ fewer than 10 people and whose annual turnover or balance sheet total does not exceed 2 million euros.
  • The Water Industry's customized membership for micro-enterprises in the water and sanitation industry includes mentorship, guidance and knowledge on navigating the industry as well as an opportunity to develop strategic partnerships. In addition to the mentorship program, the opportunity is offered to present the company, its offering and idea at Water Industry meetings, FORUM and Mƶtesplats Vatten.
  • The water industry will encourage micro-enterprises to adopt a sustainability perspective, which is crucial to ensuring sustainable and resource-efficient water and sanitation systems.
  • The investment for micro-enterprises is half the regular cost of a membership for the entire time the company is classified as a micro-enterprise according to the EU definition.

 

Microenterprises according to the EU definition

Mentors

ā€¯Innovation is not only necessary, it is crucial. Through mentoring and collaboration, we can support micro-enterprises to contribute earlier to tomorrowā€™s water systems.ā€¯

John Skantze, CEO HUBER

Background: Educated Civil Engineer in logistics and automation with many years of experience from operational and strategic work within a large corporation with a focus on processes, strategies and leadership. CEO in the water and sanitation industry for ten years.

Talk to me about: How to build profitable companies with robust processes and trusting leadership and employees. Sales, marketing, brand positioning, strategic planning and execution.

ā€¯Sharing our network and relationships with new acquaintances can be crucial to someone's understanding of the industry and lead to new ideas and solutions seeing the light of day.ā€¯

Stefan Strƶm, CEO / Sales, Pump Technology

Background: Active in the process industry all my professional life with extensive experience in developing and running small & medium-sized companies. Passionate about business development and HR issues.

Talk to me about: Sales, business development, HR issues and how to create safe and stable workplaces.

ā€¯"The water industry needs to introduce new, better technology. In this, the supply chain takes a great responsibility, where smaller contractors are often at the technological forefront. Through networks and collaboration, we can, with joint efforts, help these colleagues with access and improved conditions for successful market penetration."ā€¯

Jesper Hess, CEO, Kamstrup

Background: Technical background in both practice and theory with the last 30 years in technical sales. Personnel management positions and CEO roles for 21 years. Experience from the Water industry for the last 10 years in medium-sized companies and large corporations.

Talk to me about: Strategic and tactical marketing plans. Relationship-based sales with high technical content and long sales processes. Solution-based sales and project implementation. Leadership at operational and strategic levels.

Do you also want to become part of the Water Industry?

Micro-business membership includes the same benefits as full membership, but at half the membership fee. In addition, it offers mentorship, guidance and knowledge on navigating the industry, as well as the opportunity to develop strategic partnerships.

 

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