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Barry Muntari-Sumara

@barrymuntari-sumara

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Venture investor and growth strategist specializing in startup investing, due diligence, and scaling ventures.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role where I can lead investments and growth strategy at an impact-driven firm, work closely with founders, and scale high-potential ventures.

I am a results-driven venture investor and growth strategist with hands-on experience in startup investing, fundraising, due diligence, and deal execution across Africa and the U.S.

I have led growth initiatives for large-scale agribusiness and healthcare portfolio companies, delivering significant revenue increases, operational improvements, and community impact.

My background combines investment analysis, financial modeling, and partnership development with team leadership and startup advisory, informed by an MBA in Finance & Investments.

I am committed to driving ROI and social impact by sourcing, evaluating, and scaling high-potential ventures through rigorous analysis and collaborative execution.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Investment Manager

Current

Olive Holdings Africa

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Manage fundraising strategy, source investors, conduct due diligence and close deals while leading growth initiatives for a large-scale shea and nuts processor supporting 81,000 female farmers and their families.

Fundraising Due Diligence Deal Structuring Financial Modeling Investor Relations Growth Strategy Portfolio Management Stakeholder Engagement

Director of Investor Relations

The PAR Fund

Apr 2024 - Jun 2024 (2 months)

Managed investor outreach and cultivated relationships with VCs and angels, and guided founders in preparing investor materials to support capital raises.

Investor Relations Fundraising Due Diligence Stakeholder Management

Instructional Assistant

The George Washington University

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)

Provided instructional support for graduate microeconomics and undergraduate financial accounting courses, managed virtual class platforms and delivered tailored assistance to students, earning commendation from faculty.

Microeconomics Financial Accounting Instructional Design

Senior Associate

Africa Health Holdings

Jan 2019 - Jun 2021 (2 years 5 months)

Directed investment evaluation and expansion across Ghana, Nigeria and Kenya, launched a telemedicine initiative with 10,000+ enrollees and drove >50% revenue growth over two years for a 21-branch portfolio company.

Portfolio Management Strategic Growth Market Expansion Telemedicine Data Analysis Team Leadership

Associate, Business Development

Africa Health Holdings

Aug 2017 - Jan 2019 (1 year 5 months)

Managed partnerships with 200+ stakeholders, secured a $100K FMCG partnership, led digital marketing that increased brand visibility and expanded healthcare access to 20+ remote areas benefiting 10,000+ households.

Business Development Partnership Management Market Research Digital Marketing Policy Development Community Outreach Stakeholder Engagement

Investment Analyst

Golden Palm Investments

Sep 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 3 months)

Conducted deal sourcing and due diligence across West and East Africa, supported portfolio companies on business development and digital transformation, delivering cost reductions and profitability improvements.

Deal Sourcing Due Diligence Financial Analysis Digital Strategy Cost Optimization Market Research

Venture Fellow

Citrine Angels

Performed market research and competitor analysis to produce deal reports and identify early-stage investment opportunities across beauty, tech, and health sectors.

Market Research Competitor Analysis Deal Sourcing Due Diligence Report Writing

Consulting Team Lead

Damas Jewelry

Led a 4‑member team to develop a product launch strategy and market feasibility plan for men's luxury jewelry in the MENA region, receiving positive feedback from the CEO.

Market Entry Strategy Team Leadership Customer Discovery Competitive Analysis Product Launch Cultural Market Research

Investment Intern

Women's World Banking

Participated in investment valuation within a team managing a $100M fund, evaluated deals in Southeast Asia and Africa contributing to successful investments.

Valuation Financial Modeling Investment Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

The George Washington University, School of Business

Master of Business Administration, Finance & Investments

Activities and societies: Forté Fellow; Maxon Endowment Fellow; Women Entrepreneurial Leadership (WEL) Fellow; 2023 Ramsey Scholar; Dr Erik Winslow Academic Excellence

Completed a STEM Master of Business Administration with a focus on Finance & Investments, awarded multiple fellowships and academic honors in 2023.

Ashesi University

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

Activities and societies: MasterCard Foundation Scholar; 2014 MCF Convening Representative; 1st Place, 2015 Elevator Pitch & Personal Branding Competition

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 2015 with scholarship recognition and competition awards.