{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"#BuildOurAfrica Speaker Series","home_page_url":"https://buildourafrica.fireside.fm","feed_url":"https://buildourafrica.fireside.fm/json","description":"#BuildOurAfrica Speaker Series is a podcast meant to showcase the African start-up space. 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Join us on a captivating journey through Mark's life, from his roots in the U.S. to his adventures in India, and his bold leap into the world of entrepreneurship.\n\nIn this exclusive episode, Mark shares candid insights into the rollercoaster ride of building a business tailored for the African market. Brace yourself for a masterclass in resilience, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of innovation.\n\nCelebrate alongside us as Smile ID reaches a monumental milestone of 100 million verifications, marking a testament to Mark's unwavering dedication and the team's collective triumphs. Don't miss out on this inspiring tale of perseverance and success! 🚀Special Guest: Mark Straub.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eDive into the latest installment of our #BuildOurAfrica Speaker Series as we sit down with Mark Straub, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Smile ID (formerly Smile Identity). 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A trailblazer in electric mobility, Josh is committed to driving climate solutions and recently secured a game-changing $20 million in funding. His dedication to sustainable innovation is evident in Ampersand's transformative impact, saving bodaboda riders in Rwanda $700 annually. With a passion for eco-friendly advancements, Josh Whale is at the forefront of the green tech movement, shaping the future of transportation. Special Guest: Josh Whale.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eMeet Josh Whale, the visionary Founder \u0026amp; CEO of Ampersand, leading the charge in revolutionizing Africa\u0026#39;s transportation landscape. A trailblazer in electric mobility, Josh is committed to driving climate solutions and recently secured a game-changing $20 million in funding. His dedication to sustainable innovation is evident in Ampersand\u0026#39;s transformative impact, saving bodaboda riders in Rwanda $700 annually. 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He shares his challenges, his triumphs, and the strides he has made over the years, a treasure trove of information for any entrepreneur in the African space. \n\nDiscover the secrets to success in the finance industry as we explore Tiernan's expertise. Don't miss out on this exclusive conversation with a visionary leader!\n\nMusic: 'Titan' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au\n\nFollow us on:\n\nSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1mKPshe...\n\nApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/buildourafrica-speaker-series/id1689559382Special Guest: Tiernan Kennedy.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eJoin us as we dive into the world of finance with the incredible Tiernan Kennedy, Founder \u0026amp; CEO of Umba. From his journey in the startup world, to moving to Kenya, then to Nigeria and back, Tiernan shares invaluable insights in the finance space. He shares his challenges, his triumphs, and the strides he has made over the years, a treasure trove of information for any entrepreneur in the African space. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the secrets to success in the finance industry as we explore Tiernan\u0026#39;s expertise. 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Mathias shares his views on picking a co-founder, hiring, as well as his overall guiding pricinple for everyday life.\n\nMusic: 'Titan' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au\n\nFollow us on:\n\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nala.money/\nTwitter: https://twitter.com/NALAmoney\nFacebook: https://web.facebook.com/NALA.money\nLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/18319862/admin/feed/posts/Special Guest: Mathias Léopoldie.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eA #BuildOurAfrica exclusive with Mathias Léopoldie, Co-Founder and CEO of Julaya. He lets us in on some of the most frequently asked questions for individuals just getting started on their startup journey. 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With his leadership, the formidable Vendease team have been motivated to achieve meteoritic growth and expanded the company’s operations to 16 cities with fulfilment coverage all across Nigeria and Accra, Ghana, while serving over 4,000 food businesses.\n\nPrior to his role as CEO, he was the Head of Playstudio, where he strategically enhanced brand reputation and presence for global brands such as Google, Samsung, General Electric and Coca-Cola in sub-Saharan Africa. He was also the CEO of RED Media - increasing sales and signing notable brands for customers like Unilever, Heineken, and FrieslandCampina.\n\nIn this episode, Tunde shares his entrepreneurship journey, the ups, the downs, and the people in his life who made his current success possible.Special Guest: Tunde Kara.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eTunde is the Founder and CEO of Vendease. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his role as CEO, Tunde has embedded the core values of Adventure, Transparency, Excellence, Respect and Ownership in the foundation of all business operations at Vendease. With his leadership, the formidable Vendease team have been motivated to achieve meteoritic growth and expanded the company’s operations to 16 cities with fulfilment coverage all across Nigeria and Accra, Ghana, while serving over 4,000 food businesses.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrior to his role as CEO, he was the Head of Playstudio, where he strategically enhanced brand reputation and presence for global brands such as Google, Samsung, General Electric and Coca-Cola in sub-Saharan Africa. 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He has quietly raised millions of dollars, 4x growth, served over 250 businesses, reduced over 1000 tons of CO2 and scaled across 5 cities in South Africa. \n\nHe's a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Fellow at the Harambeans and sits on the board of WESGRO and the CSIR (Smart Mobility). He's a graduate of University of Cape Town (BCom PPE), Wits Business School and Wits University (Hons, Political Science). He's passionate about serving people and solving problems. His entrepreneurial spirit of resilience has seen him survive a pandemic, global recession and unprecedented challenges in the already complex transport industry. \n\nVelani’s forever optimism in Africa is perfectly summarised in his 2016 TED Talk, aptly titled, Commodifying The African Experience.\n\nMusic: 'Titan' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au\n\nFollow us on:\n\nSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1mKPshe6x4vcVkGNsvORiu?si=2aa02b9abe3c4e4c\n\nApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/buildourafrica-speaker-series/id1689559382Special Guest: Velani Mboweni.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eSerial entrepreneur, Velani Mboweni, is Co-Founder \u0026amp; CEO of LULA, a mobility scaleup providing shared transportation to companies from home to work and beyond - saving money and time. He has quietly raised millions of dollars, 4x growth, served over 250 businesses, reduced over 1000 tons of CO2 and scaled across 5 cities in South Africa. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe\u0026#39;s a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Fellow at the Harambeans and sits on the board of WESGRO and the CSIR (Smart Mobility). He\u0026#39;s a graduate of University of Cape Town (BCom PPE), Wits Business School and Wits University (Hons, Political Science). He\u0026#39;s passionate about serving people and solving problems. 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He opens up about the emotional toll of these events and how he found the strength to push through and keep going.\n\nDespite the challenges he's faced, Ken remains a true entrepreneur at heart, and he shares his insights on what it takes to succeed in the business world. He talks about the importance of resilience, the value of hard work, and the need to surround oneself with a strong team.\n\nThrough it all, Ken's story is one of perseverance and hope, and he shares his vision for the future and what's next on his journey. Don't miss this powerful podcast with one of Africa's most inspiring and influential entrepreneurs.Special Guest: Ken Njoroge.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this podcast, Ken discusses his experiences with the terrorist attack in Nairobi that took the lives of his employees, the fall-out with his co-founder and best friend, and the tough decision to step down as CEO of the company he helped build. 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