Blood, Sweat, and Tears: The Founder's Journey to Starting
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Starting a company isn't always glamorous—it's often a journey of resilience, sacrifice, and learning on the go. In this raw and honest session, you'll hear what it really takes to go from zero to startup. African founders and operators will share their behind-the-scenes stories: the tough decisions, the personal setbacks, the unexpected wins, and the lessons that shaped their paths. Whether you're on the brink of starting or already navigating early-stage chaos, this session will ground you in what to expect and how to endure. It's not just about building a business—it's about surviving the journey.
❯ Guest Speakers include:
- Boluwatife Arewa (Managing Partner, Scrapays)
- Peter Tokor (Co-Founder , Phundit)
- Biobele Oyibo (Co-Founder/CEO, Earlybean)
❯ What You'll Learn:
- What no one tells you about the emotional and mental toll of building from scratch.
- How successful founders overcame early obstacles—team, funding, and self-doubt.
- The importance of grit, community, and clarity in the early founder years.
- Lessons learned from early missteps and how to avoid repeating them.
- How to stay focused, grounded, and resilient through your founder journey.
❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/381387/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!