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CIM & BRIDGERPAY Present

The Startup Workshop:

From Vision to Reality

CIM - Cyprus Business School

CIM-Cyprus Business School was established in 1978 in Nicosia as The Cyprus Institute of Marketing and has been operating also in Limassol since 1984. Originally set up to promote the science of Marketing in Cyprus and abroad, during the last 45 year CIM-Cyprus Business School has evolved into an all-round Business School, offering an array of programmes at both Undergraduate as well as Postgraduate level – from Marketing, Business, to Accounting and Finance, Shipping, and Human Resource Management, Law, and other.

Over the years, CIM-Cyprus Business School has provided the opportunity to more than 10,000 students to acquire acclaimed qualifications and fulfil their aspirations.

A lot of our students are individuals who had missed out, for one reason or another, on the opportunity to study after graduating from secondary school, yet who always had the desire to pursue learning, gain further knowledge and qualifications, and advance their careers. Though CIM serves students of all ages and all walks of life, we still offer evening classes exclusively – in order to cater for the needs of working individuals. We still put emphasis on combining theory and practice and remain committed to offering the best and most accessible education at the most affordable fees.

BridgerPay

BridgerPay, founded in 2019, is a leading omnichannel payment operations platform designed to optimize payment processing and revenues for businesses while reducing costs. As a fully self-service solution, BridgerPay empowers clients to choose from over 1,000 integrated payment providers. With our unique Retry Engine, businesses have seen approval rates increase by more than 15% while improving overall payment performance. Our global team of 50 professionals continues to grow, supporting over 500 companies worldwide and delivering countless success stories.

Ran Cohen is the Co-founder and CEO of BridgerPay, an innovative payment orchestration platform empowering businesses with seamless, efficient payment solutions. With over a decade of experience in fintech, Ran brings a deep understanding of payment technologies, eCommerce, and global financial markets. His vision for BridgerPay was born out of a desire to simplify and optimize complex payment flows for businesses worldwide, enabling them to provide a smoother customer experience and increase revenue.

Ran’s career began in technology-driven environments where he developed a passion for solving real-world business challenges through smart digital solutions. His expertise spans multiple facets of fintech, including payment processing and multi-currency transactions, all of which have shaped BridgerPay’s offerings.

Under Ran’s leadership, BridgerPay has grown into a global platform, connecting over 1,000 Payment Service Providers (PSPs) and supporting businesses across diverse sectors like retail, travel, SaaS, and more. Ran’s commitment to flexibility and adaptability has made BridgerPay a leading omnichannel, agnostic solution that allows companies to manage all their payment needs through a single platform, from online to in-store transactions.

Beyond his technical expertise, Ran is dedicated to building a collaborative company culture centered around innovation and client success. His hands-on approach and keen understanding of industry trends have established BridgerPay as a trusted partner for over 500 businesses worldwide.

Ran holds a strong belief in continuous learning and adaptation, keeping BridgerPay at the forefront of payment technology. He is driven by a vision to shape the future of payments, enabling businesses to thrive in an increasingly connected, digital world.

Startup Workshop:

From Vision to Reality

This is a unique chance to gain real-world insight and jumpstart your entrepreneurial journey with the backing of industry experts!

CIM and BRIDGERPAY Present the first “Startup Workshop: From Vision to Reality”. This will be an intensive 6-week entrepreneurial workshop designed to bring together undergraduate, graduate and Alumni CIM students for an immersive learning experience on how to start and grow a successful startup. You will receive hands-on guidance from a real-life entrepreneur, Mr Ran Cohen; Co-founder and CEO of BRIDGERPAY.

The workshop will consist of six, two-hour lectures and each group will have two 1:1 mentoring sessions with Mr Cohen.

Upon completion of the workshop, each group will have the opportunity to pitch their idea to our Executive Panel, with the chance to win a ‘Starter Package’ towards their Start Up

COURSE OVERVIEW

This 6-week intensive course is designed to equip students with the practical knowledge and skills necessary to conceptualize, develop, and pitch a startup idea. The course will focus on the creation of a compelling investor pitch deck, a crucial tool for securing funding.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Ideate and Validate: Develop innovative startup ideas and assess their market potential.
Business Model Canvas: Construct a robust business model canvas to outline the value proposition, customer segments, revenue streams, and cost structure.
Financial Projections: Create realistic financial projections, including revenue forecasts, expense budgets, and cash flow statements.
Pitch Deck Creation: Design an engaging and persuasive investor pitch deck that effectively communicates the startup’s vision, market opportunity, team, and financial projections.
Effective Pitching: Deliver confident and compelling presentations to a diverse audience, including potential investors and industry experts.

COURSE STRUCTURE

Week 1-2: Ideation and Validation

• Introduction to entrepreneurship and the startup ecosystem
• Idea generation techniques and brainstorming sessions
• Market research and competitive analysis
• Customer discovery and validation techniques
• Building a strong value proposition

Week 3-4: Business Model and Financial Projections

• Developing a robust business model canvas
• Identifying revenue streams and cost structures
• Creating realistic financial projections
• Understanding key financial metrics (e.g., unit economics, customer acquisition cost, lifetime value)

Week 5-6: Pitch Deck Creation and Presentation

• Designing a compelling pitch deck
• Crafting a persuasive narrative
• Storytelling techniques for effective presentations
• Practice pitch sessions and feedback
• Final presentations to a panel of judges (simulated investor pitch)

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