SME Alternative Capital Investor Matchmaking

​Growth-stage SMEs in Kenya are building real businesses, generating revenue, and creating jobs. But when it comes to accessing capital, many are still limited to traditional bank financing that does not match how their businesses actually grow.

​SME Capital Connect is a curated convening designed to bridge that gap.

​This session brings together growth-stage SMEs and alternative capital providers, including revenue-based financiers, venture debt providers, private credit funds, and impact investors. The focus is simple: unlock practical pathways to working capital and growth financing beyond collateral-heavy lending.

​This is not a typical networking event. Participation is curated to ensure meaningful interactions, with a strong focus on capital readiness, deal flow, and direct engagement between SMEs and investors.

​What to expect:
• Insights into alternative financing models available to SMEs
• Real conversations with capital providers actively deploying capital
• Curated introductions and matchmaking opportunities
• A pathway into Impact Hub Nairobi’s SME capital pipeline

​Who should attend:
• SMEs with 1–5+ years in operation
• Post-revenue businesses seeking working or growth capital
• Founders exploring non-bank financing options
• Investors and capital partners looking for credible SME deal flow

​This soft launch marks the beginning of a broader platform to connect high-potential SMEs with aligned capital partners.