BUBenjamin Udokwu
@benjaminudokwu
Venture Scout and Ecosystem Associate with a passion for Ed-Tech and Job-Tech
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
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
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
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
Ecosystem Associate
CatalyzU
Sep 2022 - Aug 2023 (11 months)
Successfully launched and placed candidates from our fellowships through effective job sourcing and candidate matching
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
Venture Partner
Republic
Jun 2022 - Apr 2023 (10 months)
Sourced both Africa and US-based deals, conducted due diligence and shared with partners
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
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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