Online Event
Blood, Sweat, and Tears: The Founder's Journey to Starting
Hear from FI Graduates and learn the tactics to grow a startup
Date
May 02, 2024
Time
12:00 pm - 01:30 pm
Address
Online Event
Alumni of the Founder Institute have raised over $1.75B in funding, and are building some of the world's fastest growing startups. As the next Ghana cohort gets ready to start, join us for an inspiring evening as we deep dive into the journeys of our alumni who have embarked on the arduous yet rewarding journey of entrepreneurship. Hear firsthand accounts of the challenges, triumphs, and invaluable lessons learned by founders who have built their startups from the ground up. From overcoming obstacles to seizing opportunities, our panel of successful founders will share their stories, insights, and advice for other entrepreneurs.
What You'll Learn:
- Insights into the challenges faced by entrepreneurs at different stages of the startup journey, including initial ideation, market validation, funding, and scaling
- Strategies for overcoming common obstacles encountered during the startup process, such as resource constraints, competition, and uncertainty
- Actionable tips and best practices from experienced founders on effectively navigating the entrepreneurial ecosystem, building resilient businesses, and sustaining long-term success.
- The tactics required to build a viable business
Featured Alumni:
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Titi Adewusi - Co-founder at 9ja Kids: Titi is Co-Founder, 9IJAKIDS; an EdTech company founded by three Nigerian sisters, all passionate about revolutionizing the learning experience of kids, through play, repetition, and practice using fun learning games.
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Olusola Olanipekun - Co-founder/CEO at Fuelcredit: Olusola is currently leading the team at FUELCREDIT to develop a platform that can enable both individuals and corporate entities buy fuel now and pay later at partner stations in Nigeria.
- Bestie Atti - Co-founder at CorporateBestie: Lawyer & Founder of CorporateBestie.com, a platform that enables founders to incorporate businesses without stress or complex paperwork.
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Boluwatife Arewa - Managing Partner at Scrapays: Bolu’ has managed operations across three continents with the topmost firm in Nigeria when it comes to the deployment of computer-based screening tests. Directly implementing their technology for global brands like KPMG, Nestle, Shell, ExxonMobil, and many more.
Additional Resources:
Find more Startup Events, learn about Finding a Co-Founder, or visit our Insights Blog for more startup tips.
Find more Startup Events, learn about Finding a Co-Founder, or visit our Insights Blog for more startup tips.
About Founder Institute:
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.
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The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.
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