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Become a Fellow





How It Works

1. JOIN our team

and become an expert in all things Sseko

2. Connect

With women in your community to host Trunk Shows

3. Share

The Sseko story (and style tips!) online and at Trunk Shows

4. Earn

Commission on all sales (plus other perks!)


What you get:

Opportunity | Impact | Income & Perks | Experience



get started:

1. Apply here

2. Interview with Sseko HQ

3. Purchase the kit


KITS

$299.99

$700+ worth of our best-selling product!

$599.99

$1500+ worth of our best-selling product!

$999.99

$2300+ worth of our best-selling product!

Plus a Student Essentials Kit for only $99!

$225+ worth of our best-selling product!




Apply Now to Get Started >


sole sister

meet your sole sister

Each Fellow is connected to a woman on our team in Uganda--all of her sales go toward an additional bonus for her Sole Sister at the end of the year!


testimonials

image “The Sseko Fellows program was so immensely attractive to me because it was the most fashion forward way for me to be an education nerd! I LOVE being able to use my background doing research for a non-profit anti-trafficking organization and apply it to a business that is having a major impact in individual women as well as the culture of Kampala.”

-Kathryn, Fellow, PA





image “Being a Sseko Fellow and getting to cheer on the girls at the Sseko workshop in Uganda as they pursue their dreams has helped me fill a void of finally being able to pursue my dreams. I'm passionate about building relationships and encouraging others to see their dreams become a reality. Being able to cheer on Sharon this year as she seeks her dreams becoming a reality of studying medicine or nursing at university, has brought new joy to my life. It's amazing to stand beside a company who not only wants a better world, but who is actually making that happen."

-Sarah, Fellow, MO




image​"As if the ribbon sandals weren't enough to steal my passion for fashion, the fact that I have my own sole sister to make her dreams come true is why I'll be a forever fellow! Walking with Sseko on my path to pave the road for my sole sister to run down hers."

-Danielle, Fellow, IN​





FAQS

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A SSEKO FELLOW?

As a Sseko Fellow, you become a representative of Sseko in your community. By sharing the Sseko story with your community and selling Sseko products through trunk shows as well as online, you’ll become an integral part of making dreams come true for women in Uganda. From the in’s and out’s of social entrepreneurship, to running an actual small business, to marketing and product development, as a Sseko Fellow you’ll have the opportunity to learn it all. Oh! And you’ll also make money, earn free and discounted products and have a chance to participate in things like trips to Uganda and annual Sseko Fellow gatherings.

WHAT IS A STYLIST?

A Sseko Stylist is a Sseko Fellow who is certified to host Design Your Dream Sandal events. Becoming a Sseko Stylist means you get to give ALL of your customers the EXCLUSIVE experience of designing their own sandals with Sseko!

WHAT IS A TRUNK SHOW?

Trunk shows provide a unique way for women to learn about the Sseko story and experience Sseko products in person! Your Hostess will invite her crew over for a time of fun and fashion. As the Sseko Fellow, you’ll represent Sseko at the trunk show by sharing the Sseko story, connecting guests to your Sole Sister in Uganda and by walking them through Sseko products. Your Fellow is the Sseko expert!

HOW DO I BOOK A TRUNK SHOW AS A FELLOW?

When it comes to booking trunk shows, we provide the necessary training, tools and materials to help you dive right in! We recommend starting with women in your closest social circles—those who really resonate with Sseko’s mission, and are pumped to earn up to 25% Sseko credit to get herself some goodies!

Your Hostess simply invites her friends and opens up her home, while you as the Fellow bring the products in your Starter Kit in addition to order forms and catalogs. Guests at the Trunk Show get the opportunity to shop Sseko directly through you which helps enable your Sole Sister to earn an additional scholarship towards University, your Hostess earns some free Sseko swag, and you earn a commission on sales. We like to call that a #winning trifecta!

HOW MUCH CAN I EARN?

As a Sseko Fellow, you’ll earn up to 30% commission on personal and team sales, and receive up to 55% off of Sseko product.

WHAT RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE TO ME AS A SSEKO FELLOW?

As a Sseko Fellow, you’ll receive access trainings, marketing support and advice from other Sseko Fellows. Trainings cover topics like Sales and Hostess Coaching, all the way to Hosting a KILLER Facebook Party! We provide you with lifestyle and product images every season to build your marketing campaigns, as well as social media marketing tips from our Marketing team. Plus, you get plugged into a community of pretttttty talented women spread out all across the US.

DO I NEED TO HAVE SALES EXPERIENCE TO BE A SSEKO FELLOW?

Certainly not! With the Fellows program, we strive to create opportunities for women to step out of their comfort zone, connect, learn and reach their fullest potential. We know you have a story that’s unlike anyone else’s, and that will bring an inspiration to our product that no one else can bring! If you don’t know how to bring that inspiration in the context of sales yet, that’s no problem. We have a training program and a team that will help you get there!

HOW MANY HOURS DO I NEED TO PUT IN?

The great thing about the Fellows Program is it’s flexible! Whether you want to spend 5 hours a week, or 8 hours every day as a full-time gig, it’s up to you! The average Sseko Fellow spends at least 5 hours a week developing her business as a Sseko Fellow.

IF I LIVE OUTSIDE THE US, CAN I BE A SSEKO FELLOW?

Currently our Fellows Program is only available to those residing in the U.S. We hope that someday we’ll be able to roll out the program global scale!

IS THERE A MINIMUM I NEED TO SELL TO REMAIN A SSEKO FELLOW?

To remain active, Fellows must reach $500 in her last three months of activity. Fellows retire if they are not able to hit $500 in total sales after 6 months of membership. Know that this is so much more of a relationship than a deadline, so know that we definitely work with you way before that point to make sure the Fellows is still a good fit for you!

HOW MUCH DO I NEED TO INVEST?

The up-front investment is up to you! When you join the Fellows program, you’ll purchase your Starter Kit which will get you started with Sseko product! We’ve developed Starter Kit options for every price point, ranging from $99 to $999. Fellows primarily use the items in their Starter Kit to show the product to customers and then submit orders online. These orders are directly shipped to the customer. Fellows are also welcome and able to purchase product at discounts up to 55% off to sell directly to the customer from their own stock. This additional option of purchasing at wholesale is not required.

CAN I BUILD A TEAM OF MY OWN?

Yes! There is an opportunity to become a Mentor Fellow and lead other women on a team (as well as earn some extra income!). This is an additional role for the Sseko Fellow who wants to help lead other women in story, sales, and style. Our mentors are an integral part of why we have an amazing culture in the Sseko Fellows Program!

CAN I SELL ONLINE ONLY?

As a Fellow, you can sell online only, however it is not recommended. In-person Trunk Shows are a key way to not only show the quality of the product, but also create a stronger, more relational connection with your customers! With every show comes the potential to grow your business by meeting potential Hostesses, Fellows and customers!

WHAT MAKES THE FELLOWS PROGRAM DIFFERENT?

The Sseko Fellows Program empowers you through a strong one-to-one connection to a woman on our team in Uganda who’s working towards her own goals and dreams. While you make a difference in your community by sharing your passion and talents, she’s making a difference in her community an ocean away. The sales that you generate as a Sseko Fellow will help your “Sole Sister” in Uganda earn a bonus scholarship in addition to the scholarship Sseko already provides. Not only will you be showing off beautiful products, but you’ll also be sharing the beautiful stories behind them. As a Sseko Fellow, you’re not just selling things, you’re part of a movement that’s creating lasting social and economic impact in the U.S. and East Africa.

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