Episodes
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Join us as we explore the journey of Damilola Teidi, an ecosystem builder with over a decade of experience in Africa's tech space and currently the Head of Platform and Network at Ventures Platform. Dami reflects on her early childhood sparks that led to her passion for tech innovation and recounts her experience of winding down GoMyWay, sharing valuable lessons from the process. We discuss her interactions with various stakeholders, including startups, investors, NGOs, big tech companies, and government bodies, and how these have shaped her perspective on innovation and collaboration. Dami also talks about the pivotal moments in her innovation story, her experiences supporting African startups and more.
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In this engaging episode, Kelvin Umechukwu, CEO of Bumpa, takes us through his early childhood experiences that ignited his passion for building things. Kelvin's diverse roles in the tech industry—founder, community lead, accelerator program manager, and business development expert—have uniquely shaped his journey, and he shares how each role has contributed to his current success. We dive into the story behind Bumpa, the inspiration for its creation, and the significant challenges and rewards of growing the company. Kelvin shares intriguing investor horror stories, lessons learned from these encounters, and the pivotal moments in his innovation journey. He also discusses personal growth challenges, triumphs, and invaluable lessons, and what exciting plans he has for the future.
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Founder of The People Practice, Toun talks about her passion for understanding and working with people, which fueled her journey of creating a people advisory company. She shares the challenges and rewards of growing the company, the pivotal moments in her innovation story, and her creative pursuits, including writing poems and singing. Toun also reflects on personal growth lessons and gives a preview of what’s next for her.
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In this episode, Femi Awoniyi engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Olumide Soyombo, a leading figure in the world of technology and investment. As the co-founder of Bluechip Technologies & Voltron Capital and a driving force in the African tech ecosystem, Olumide delves into how his early experiences with personal computers sparked a lifelong passion for technology and innovation.
Join us as Olumide reveals the intricacies of balancing his dual roles as an entrepreneur and investor, offering unique insights into the strategies that have fueled his success. He discusses the critical importance of mentorship and the lessons that have shaped his journey, both of which are highlighted in his memoir, "Vantage." Olumide also reflects on his partnership with co-founder Kazeem, shedding light on the dynamics that define a strong and successful co-founder relationship.
Key takeaways:
The significance of mentorship in personal and professional growth Navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship and investment Building and maintaining effective co-founder relationshipsBrought to you by Magna Collective.
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In this episode, Femi Awoniyi sits down with Tomiwa Aladekomo, CEO of Big Cabal Media, the powerhouse behind TechCabal and Zikoko. Discover how early experiences ignited his passion for digital innovation and learn the secrets to a successful Founder-CEO relationship.
Tomiwa shares his insights on the essence of innovation in content creation, emphasizing the importance of output and a cohesive body of work. Hear his inspiring story and gain valuable insights for your own innovation journey.
Key takeaways:
The power of output in digital innovation Building strong Founder-CEO relationships The essence of innovation in content creationBrought to you by Magna Collective
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