(Press-News.org) Digital@INSEAD is hosting a free INTHECASE webinar, “Scaling Affordable Healthcare: Balancing Purpose, Innovation & Growth” on Thursday, 20 February 2025 at 9.00 am ET / 3.00 pm CET (60 min).
Register and join the webinar for an engaging discussion on Access Afya’s journey to scale its affordable healthcare model while staying true to its mission of serving underserved communities.
Explore how the company:
Balances mission and growth
Navigates the complexities of scaling up
Leverages technology and data to improve care delivery
With a proven business model in Kenya, Access Afya is tackling challenges and opportunities as it expands into new markets and customer segments. Hear directly from Daphne Ngunjiri, CEO and Danny McCabe, Commercial Growth & Finance Director, who will share insights into the company’s innovative approach and sustainable impact.
This webinar will be hosted by Hyunjin Kim, Assistant Professor of Strategy, and Ridhima Aggarwal, Salmon and Rameau Director of the Healthcare Management Initiative, both at INSEAD.
Further readings:
Link to the case: https://publishing.insead.edu/case/access-afya-scaling-services-and-segments-healthcare-kenya
Register here today.
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INSEAD webinar on scaling affordable healthcare: balancing purpose, innovation & growth
2025-02-14
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