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SECURE YOUR SPOT FOR START WITH WOW WITH HARRIS III TODAY! 7TH AUGUST 2026 #205
TODAY’S ISSUE 1: Flagship Event - Start with Wow with Harris III 2: EO Kenya Learning Calendar 2026 3: From bean to brand - BTS with Ritesh Doshi 4: Think like a strategist with Sunny Bindra 5: MEPA Forum Experience Incentive 6: Exciting MEPA Unleashed MyEO Events
Learning Calendar 2026 August - December 2026
4th September 2026
24th September 2026
BEHIND THE SCENES (BTS)
FLAGSHIP KEYNOTE
LEARNING
From bean to brand
Start With Wow
Demystifying Strategy
With Harris III
With Sunny Bindra
Entrepreneur Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Spring Valley Coffee
Illusionist & storyteller Time: 4:30pm – 8:15pm Location: ALN House
Author & strategy advisor Time: 8:30am - 5:00pm Location: Trademark Hotel
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6th October 2026
30th October 2026
4th December 2026
LEARNING
WORKSHOPS
SOCIALS
EOA Learning Day Strategy
Succession Planning
Christmas Party
With Africa Legal Network
TBC Time: 8:30am - 05:00pm Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Law firm
Time: TBC Location: TBC
With Ritesh Doshi
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Time: 9.00am - 1.00pm Location: ALN House
COMING SOON
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Dates and speakers may shift.
Full event details, timings and RSVP links will follow for each session. Learning Days marked Accelerator form the 4-part EO Accelerator programme.
7TH AUGUST 2026 #205
21st August 2026
FROM BEAN TO BRAND What can a cup of coffee teach you about building a world-class business?
Ritesh Doshi
Owner and CEO of Spring Valley Coffee
Join Spring Valley Coffee’s owner and CEO, Ritesh Doshi, for an intimate behind-thescenes experience and discover the entrepreneurial journey behind one of Kenya’s most respected coffee brands.
21st August 2026 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Spring Valley Coffee
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Exclusive Roastery Tour Experience the art and science of coffee roasting and learn what it takes to maintain quality from bean to cup.
Guided Coffee Tasting Sample a selection of coffees and discover what distinguishes exceptional coffee from the ordinary.
Boardroom Conversation Hear the real story behind building the business, navigating challenges, making difficult decisions and creating a lasting brand—followed by an open Q&A.
THINK LIKE A
STRATEGIST Every entrepreneur needs strategy.
The real challenge is knowing which framework to use, when to use it, and how to turn strategic thinking into decisive action. Join EO Kenya for a practical, high-impact session with Sunny Bindra, one of the region’s most respected business thinkers, authors, and leadership advisors. Sunny will unpack strategy in a clear, relevant and actionable way — helping entrepreneurs move beyond instinct and reactive decision-making.
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EXPECT: Practical strategic frameworks Sharper questions for better decisions Fresh perspectives you can apply immediately Greater clarity on growth, leadership and competitive advantage
24TH SEPTEMBER 2026 8:30AM - 5:00PM TRADEMARK HOTEL
THIS IS NOT STRATEGY IN THEORY. IT IS STRATEGY FOR REAL-WORLD BUSINESS.
MEPA UNLEASHED
MEPA Forum Experience Incentive
Bring Your Forum to Unleashed 2026! Date: 1st - 2nd October 2026 Venue: Tanzania
Experience Unleashed together on the 1-2 October 2026 in Tanzania & create unforgettable memories. Forum Experience Incentive International Forums (outside of Tanzania) The first 5 full Forums to register will receive a $2,000 USD subsidy. Tanzania Forums The first 2 full Forums to register will receive a $1,000 USD subsidy. To qualify, your full Forum must: • Register and attend Unleashed together • Submit a group photo and post-event form • Complete the subsidy form and select “Forum Experience Incentive”. This is your taste of Tanzania. Hear from Tehsin Takim, one of our MEPA Unleashed facilitators, as he shares why entrepreneurs from across the region are coming
together for MEPA Unleashed and what you’ll miss if you’re not one of them. More exciting MYEO experiences will be announced this Wednesday, giving you even more reasons to extend your Unleashed journey in Tanzania. Don’t hear about it afterwards. Experience it. See you in Tanzania. SUBSIDY FORM LINK HERE MYEO EVENTS MEPA UNLEASHED FACILITATORS
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MEPA UNLEASHED
Exciting MyEO Events at MEPA Unleashed MyEO Motorcycle Expedition |Tanzania Unfiltered
An unforgettable motorcycle adventure through Tanzania, combining exploration, connection and breathtaking scenery.
Pre-MEPA Unleashed Zanzibar Connection Connect with fellow members in Zanzibar before MLS and Unleashed begin.
MEPA Unleashed Coffee Social Start the conference with great coffee and relaxed networking.
21-27 SEPT
26 SEPT
Unwind with craft beer, great company and brewery views after Unleashed.
Post-Unleashed Padel Sundowners
01 OCT
01 OCT
Coffee & Conversations @ Unleashed An unforgettable motorcycle adventure through Tanzania, combining exploration, connection and breathtaking scenery.
Extend the experience with an unforgettable getaway to beautiful Mafia Island.
Post-Unleashed at Crafty Dee’s Brewing Co.
Sunrise Strides @ Unleashed Kick off the day with a refreshing wellness walk and meaningful connections.
Post-Unleashed at Mafia Island
02 OCT
Relax with drinks, snacks and ocean views while others enjoy padel.
MEPA Unleashed at Sea - Private Catamaran Cruise Tanzania’s stunning coastline with music, food, drinks and a spectacular sunset.
02 OCT
02 OCT
02 OCT
03 OCT
STRATEGIC ALLIANCE The aim this year is to share a wide range of partnerships, benefits and perks to give EO members more value, variety and make it a Wow Experience. Top Tip: Open up the ‘Wow Deals Deck’ on a regular basis as it is continuously updated with the latest partnerships and benefits. If you have any leads and ideas for partnerships, do reach out! strategic@eokenya.org
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DEAL SPOTLIGHT
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GLOBAL NEWS
Upcoming MyEO Events MyEO Land Rover Adventure Scotland, Whisky & Castles 20th - 30th Sep 2026 Prepare to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through one of the most breathtaking regions on Earth—the Highlands of Scotland. This is a land steeped in ancient history, dotted with formidable castles, and world-renowned as the legendary birthplace of whisky.
Bali and Komodo Islands Voyage 19th – 29th September 2026 Set sail 19–29 September 2026 aboard Aqua Blu for an exclusive 10-night EO adventure. Explore Bali and the Komodo Islands through diving, kayaking, hiking, and curated island experiences an unforgettable luxury expedition with fellow explorers.
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MyEO x Zero G 21 - 22 September 2026, Experience a once-in-a-lifetime MyEO adventure in Bordeaux from 21-22 September 2026, featuring a members conference and an exclusive Zero-G flight with astronaut-led experiments, real weightlessness, and rare insights into European space training.
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7TH AUGUST 2026 #205
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UPCOMING EVENTS
The power of your story 28 Sept - 2 Oct 2026 Location: Bangkok, Thailand
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2026 MEPA UNLEASHED
Master the Now. Shape What’s Next 1st – 2nd October 2026 Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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MLS – MEPA Leadership Summit Untethered Leadership Lead with Presence 29th – 30th September 2026 Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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EO Global Leadership Academy 2026 Where Leadership Deepens. And Purpose Gets Clearer. 8th – 12th, December 2026 Location: Athens, Greece
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7TH AUGUST 2026 #205
The EO Global Speakers Academy
UPCOMING EVENTS
A shared pursuit of growth. 14th – 17th January 2027 Location: Jaipur, India
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7TH AUGUST 2026 #205
South Asia RIE 2027
Your Comms Team Anuj Radia
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