GRACED ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY (GEDA)
Developing People. Building Enterprises. Transforming Communities.
ABOUT GEDA
The Graced Enterprise Development Academy (GEDA) is a faith-inspired enterprise development institution committed to raising ethical entrepreneurs, enterprise leaders, innovators and productive citizens who create sustainable businesses, generate employment and transform communities.
Founded in 2026 by Graced Family Chapel, GEDA exists to bridge the gap between inspiration and enterprise by providing practical enterprise education, character formation, mentorship and business development support.
GEDA believes that enterprise is more than the pursuit of profit. It is a divine platform for stewardship, value creation, service to humanity and community transformation.
Our programmes are designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, career people, artisans, students and innovators with the knowledge, competencies, values and networks required to build sustainable enterprises.
Academic certification for GEDA programmes is provided through its Academic Certification Partner, FLED International Leadership Institute, one of Africa’s pioneering leadership development institutions established in 1999.
OUR VISION
To become Africa’s leading enterprise development academy, raising ethical entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders who build prosperous families, thriving enterprises and transformed communities.
OUR MISSION
To develop competent, ethical and innovative enterprise builders through enterprise education, leadership formation, mentorship, research and practical business development programmes.
OUR MOTTO
Developing People. Building Enterprises. Transforming Communities.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Kingdom Enterprise Philosophy (KEP)
GEDA is founded on the Kingdom Enterprise Philosophy (KEP)—a practical philosophy that views enterprise as a divine calling to create value, serve humanity, generate prosperity and steward God’s resources with integrity.
We believe:
- Enterprise is stewardship.
- Wealth is created through value creation.
- Character is greater than capital.
- Enterprise should strengthen families.
- Business should solve societal problems.
- Profit should produce positive impact.
- Prosperity carries responsibility.
Our philosophy integrates faith, ethics, leadership and enterprise into one coherent framework for sustainable development.
OUR CORE VALUES
Integrity
Doing what is right, even when no one is watching.
Excellence
Pursuing quality in every endeavour.
Innovation
Creating solutions that meet real human needs.
Stewardship
Managing resources responsibly for lasting impact.
Service
Using enterprise to improve lives.
Collaboration
Building stronger enterprises through partnerships.
Lifelong Learning
Growing continuously in knowledge and competence.
WHAT WE DO
GEDA provides practical enterprise development through:
- Enterprise Education
- Entrepreneurship Training
- Career Development
- Business Coaching
- Business Mentoring
- Enterprise Incubation
- Small Business Development Support
- Leadership Development
- Enterprise Research
- Enterprise Networking
- Business Clinics
- Investment Readiness Support
OUR SIX-LEVEL ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY
GEDA offers a progressive learning pathway designed to support entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders at different stages of development.
Level One
Foundation Certificate in Enterprise Development & Productivity
A 12-week foundational programme introducing participants to enterprise thinking, business fundamentals, financial literacy, ethical enterprise and personal development.
Level Two
Certificate in Enterprise Development
Building practical entrepreneurial competencies and business management skills.
Level Three
Advanced Certificate in Enterprise Development
Designed for entrepreneurs seeking sustainable growth and expansion.
Level Four
Professional Diploma in Enterprise Development
Advanced enterprise leadership, strategic management and business innovation.
Level Five
Executive Enterprise Leadership Programme
Designed for experienced entrepreneurs, executives and organizational leaders.
Level Six
GEDA Enterprise Fellowship
The Academy’s highest professional recognition for accomplished enterprise leaders and contributors to enterprise development.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
GEDA welcomes:
- Aspiring Entrepreneurs
- Existing Business Owners
- Start-ups
- Professionals
- Career People
- Students
- Graduates
- Artisans
- Farmers
- Women Entrepreneurs
- Youth Leaders
- Church Leaders
- Social Entrepreneurs
- Innovators
- Community Development Practitioners
Anyone passionate about creating value and building sustainable enterprises is welcome.
OUR LEARNING APPROACH
At GEDA, learning goes beyond the classroom.
Participants benefit from:
- Practical learning
- Case studies
- Business simulations
- Mentorship
- Coaching
- Panel dialogues
- Enterprise clinics
- Field exposure
- Networking opportunities
- Action projects
Learning is designed to produce measurable enterprise outcomes.
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SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVE
Through the GEDA Enterprise Scholarship Scheme, deserving participants receive scholarships to enable them access quality enterprise education regardless of financial circumstances.
The scholarship programme is supported by Graced Family Chapel. We believe that no aspiring enterprise builder should be denied the opportunity to develop their potential because of financial limitations.
We gladly welcome individual sponsors, corporate organizations and development partners who believe that financial limitations should not prevent enterprise potential from flourishing to support the initattive.
SUPPORT THE GEDA ENTERPRISE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Through the GEDA Enterprise Scholarship Fund, we provide scholarships to deserving participants, enabling them to access quality enterprise education, leadership formation, and mentorship.
Our goal is to raise productive individuals who will build ethical enterprises, create employment, strengthen families, and transform communities.
If you share our vision of connecting Faith, Enterprise, Leadership, and Stewardship to advance economic empowerment and social transformation, we invite you to partner with us by making a financial contribution to the GEDA Enterprise Scholarship Fund.
Your support can sponsor:
- One participant:₦60,000
- Five participants:₦300,000
- Ten participants:₦600,000
You may also contribute any amount toward the scholarship fund. Every gift, regardless of size, is an investment in developing people, building enterprises, and transforming communities.
Together, we can empower the next generation of ethical enterprise builders and responsible leaders.
Thank you for partnering with GEDA.
OUR FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
The Annual GEDA Enterprise Dialogue
An annual platform bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, professionals, academics, policymakers and development practitioners to discuss enterprise solutions for Africa.
Enterprise Development Masterclasses
Practical learning sessions led by experienced practitioners.
Business Development Clinics
One-on-one enterprise support for entrepreneurs.
Enterprise Mentorship Network
Connecting participants with experienced mentors.
Community Enterprise Outreach
Extending enterprise education into communities across Nigeria and Africa.
OUR IMPACT ASPIRATION
GEDA seeks to contribute to:
- Poverty reduction
- Job creation
- Family prosperity
- Youth empowerment
- Women’s economic inclusion
- Ethical business culture
- Community transformation
- National economic development
- African enterprise renaissance
PARTNERSHIPS
GEDA welcomes collaboration with:
- Government agencies
- Development organizations
- Financial institutions
- Universities
- Professional bodies
- Churches
- Foundations
- Corporate organizations
- Business associations
- International partners
Together, we can build stronger enterprises and stronger communities.
INITIATOR
Graced Family Chapel
A Ministry of Chapel of Grace Transformation Ministry Inc.
Graced Family Chapel is committed to building responsible and productive families through spiritual formation, leadership development and enterprise empowerment.
ACADEMIC CERTIFICATION PARTNER
FLED International Leadership Institute
Established in 1999, FLED International Leadership Institute is a graduate leadership institution dedicated to developing ethical and transformational leaders across Africa. As GEDA’s Academic Certification Partner, the Institute provides academic quality assurance and certification for approved programmes.
CONTACT US
Graced Enterprise Development Academy (GEDA)
Training Centre:
Shalom Place
KMC Hotel, KMC Street
By MRS Filling Station
Karu Site, Abuja, Nigeria
Telephone:
09063069744
Email: gracedchapel@gmail.com
FINAL WORD
Graced Enterprise Development Academy (GEDA) is more than an academy. It is a strategic intervention to cultivate a new generation of ethical entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders who create value, strengthen families, generate employment, and transform communities across Africa.
Developing People. Building Enterprises. Transforming Communities.