Dr. Sonvir Singh Chaudhary participated as a panelist at the Alumni SMEs – NSE Breakfast Dialogue held Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Strathmore University Business School. The event, themed “From Business Growth to Capital Markets,” was organized in collaboration with the Nairobi Securities Exchange and assembled entrepreneurs, business leaders, and financial experts.

Insightful Platform for Knowledge Sharing

According to Chaudhary, the forum offered “an insightful platform for knowledge sharing and practical engagement on how SMEs can scale sustainably while strengthening governance structures.”

He emphasized the importance of strategic planning and financial discipline in enabling SMEs to access capital markets and unlock long-term growth opportunities.

Discussion Topics

Participants engaged with the following themes:

- Scaling SMEs sustainably - Strengthening corporate governance - Preparing businesses for capital market access - Leveraging financial instruments for long-term expansion

Impactful and Forward-Looking

Chaudhary characterized the session as “impactful and forward-looking,” noting that it fostered real experience sharing and practical ideas among dynamic entrepreneurs and industry leaders.

He expressed gratitude for contributing to the dialogue and highlighted the importance of collaboration between academia, financial institutions, and the private sector to empower SMEs and drive economic growth.

The breakfast dialogue represents ongoing efforts to equip SME leaders with knowledge and networks necessary for transitioning to capital markets as engines of sustainable growth.