To spur economic growth, TechnoServe seeks to promote a good overall business environment in countries where we work.

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Capital Access

In addition to supporting businesses and industry groups, TechnoServe works directly with financial institutions, helping them to evaluate the credit risks of small and medium enterprises, in order to improve access to capital for this key economic sector.

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Leadership Development

TechnoServe is a founding member and sits on the Executive Committee of the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE). ANDE is a critical step forward in building the movement of organizations which share a commitment to unleashing the potential of small growing businesses in emerging markets. The group seeks to dramatically increase the amount and effectiveness of capital and business assistance for entrepreneurs. With the hiring of its first Executive Director in January 2009, the group is set for a rapid increase in its activities.