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Overview

Who I amI’m a Global Senior HR Business Partner and emerging angel investor with experience across tech and finance. I’m currently building an investment structure to support early-stage ventures, with a focus on high-potential founders solving meaningful problems in Nigeria and across Africa.
Value addI bring strategic support in leadership development, organizational strategy, and executive coaching. I help founders build resilient teams, strong culture, and scalable operations. I also offer access to a growing cross-border network across the US, UK, and Nigeria.
Firm typeSolo angel
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New York, USA

Thesis

Funding requirementsI invest in early-stage startups led by mission-driven founders solving high-impact problems in Nigeria and African markets. My focus areas include technology, consumer goods, financial services, retail, and emerging sectors like AI and blockchain. I’m especially interested in businesses with a strong execution team and a clear growth path.
Funding stages2. Prototype3. Early Revenue4. Scaling
Check size$5k to $50k
Target countriesFlag of Ghana GhanaFlag of Kenya KenyaFlag of Nigeria NigeriaFlag of South Africa South AfricaFlag of USA USAFlag of UK UKFlag of Saudi Arabia Saudi ArabiaFlag of UAE UAE

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