Descriptive statistics on proxies for AAST-EC’s support in terms of knowledge provision and access to resources
| Variable | Frequency | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| What areas of knowledge and skills did you attain and find most valuable during the program? | ||
| Business model development | 12 | 60.0% |
| Financial planning and management | 2 | 10.0% |
| Social impact measurement | 3 | 15.0% |
| Marketing and communication | 3 | 15.0% |
| Team building and leadership | 1 | 5.0% |
| Did the program provide access to any resources for research and technological development? | ||
| Yes, through partnerships with universities or research institutions | 5 | 25.0% |
| Yes, through workshops on relevant technologies | 9 | 45.0% |
| Yes, through access to data | 7 | 35.0% |
| No, such resources were not available | 2 | 10.0% |
| Unsure | 5 | 25.0% |
| How did the program’s mentorship contribute to your venture’s growth? | ||
| Connected us with potential partners and collaborators | 6 | 30.0% |
| Provided guidance on product development and improvement | 10 | 50.0% |
| Provided managerial or business development support | 6 | 30.0% |
| Helped refine our business pitch for investors | 8 | 40.0% |
| Opened doors to new markets and customer segments | 6 | 30.0% |
| None of the above | 1 | 5.0% |
| How valuable were the program’s events, workshops and other activities in supporting your venture’s growth? | ||
| Neutral | 3 | 15.0% |
| Valuable | 9 | 45.0% |
| Very valuable | 8 | 40.0% |
| Variable | Frequency | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Business model development | 12 | 60.0% |
| Financial planning and management | 2 | 10.0% |
| Social impact measurement | 3 | 15.0% |
| Marketing and communication | 3 | 15.0% |
| Team building and leadership | 1 | 5.0% |
| Yes, through partnerships with universities or research institutions | 5 | 25.0% |
| Yes, through workshops on relevant technologies | 9 | 45.0% |
| Yes, through access to data | 7 | 35.0% |
| No, such resources were not available | 2 | 10.0% |
| Unsure | 5 | 25.0% |
| Connected us with potential partners and collaborators | 6 | 30.0% |
| Provided guidance on product development and improvement | 10 | 50.0% |
| Provided managerial or business development support | 6 | 30.0% |
| Helped refine our business pitch for investors | 8 | 40.0% |
| Opened doors to new markets and customer segments | 6 | 30.0% |
| None of the above | 1 | 5.0% |
| Neutral | 3 | 15.0% |
| Valuable | 9 | 45.0% |
| Very valuable | 8 | 40.0% |
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