Benjamin UdokwuBU
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Benjamin Udokwu

@benjaminudokwu

Venture Scout and Ecosystem Associate with a passion for Ed-Tech and Job-Tech

Nigeria

What I'm looking for

Seeking a role that leverages my skills in venture scouting, ecosystem development, and ESG integration to drive growth and success in early-stage startups and entrepreneurs.

As a seasoned Venture Scout and Ecosystem Associate, I have a proven track record of sourcing, vetting, and introducing startups to partners, resulting in successful investments. My experience in Ed-Tech and Job-Tech has equipped me with the skills to launch and place candidates in fellowships, develop and implement company personas, and facilitate physical events.

With a strong background in project management, stakeholder management, and community relations, I have successfully grown user bases, launched newsletters, and developed ESG integration programs. My expertise in operations, business development, and entrepreneurial support has enabled me to provide strategic guidance to portfolio companies and facilitate partnerships.

I am a driven and results-oriented professional with a passion for supporting early-stage entrepreneurs and startups. I am committed to fostering strategic partnerships, developing programs, and providing mentorship to drive growth and success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

KV
Current

Venture Scout

Kaleo Ventures

Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)

Sourced, vetted and introduced startups to partners, which has led to the successful investment of 3+ startups till date

ED

Venture Scout

Expert Dojo

Aug 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year)

Sourced and vetted both US-based and African-based startups that meets the company's investment criteria

CA

Ecosystem Associate

CatalyzU

Sep 2022 - Aug 2023 (11 months)

Successfully launched and placed candidates from our fellowships through effective job sourcing and candidate matching

FL

ESG Advisor and Fundraising advisor

Flapmax

Sep 2022 - Apr 2023 (7 months)

Helped draft an ESG integration program for portfolio companies and integrated ESG across portfolio’s operations

RE

Venture Partner

Republic

Jun 2022 - Apr 2023 (10 months)

Sourced both Africa and US-based deals, conducted due diligence and shared with partners

CL

Managing Partner

Climatr

Jan 2021 - Mar 2023 (2 years 2 months)

Built out ESG frameworks to be implemented in business models and across business operations

II

Partner

Inqumax Incubator

Feb 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 7 months)

Developed the program schedules and curriculums, tutored and actively supported portfolio companies from ideation to launch

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