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Adefolu Majekodunmi

Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Angaza

Adefolu Majekodunmi has extensive work experience in various leadership roles in the technology and finance sectors.

In 1997, Adefolu started their career at Misys Banking Systems as a Territory Manager for West & East Africa, where they excelled in managing territories and achieving business growth until 2003.

From 2005 to 2014, Adefolu worked at Microsoft, assuming different roles such as Financial Services Industry Manager, Enterprise & Partner Group Manager, Business & Marketing Organisation Director, and Regional Channel Director. In these roles, they were responsible for managing regional operations, driving sales and business development, and strengthening partnerships with various stakeholders.

In 2014, they co-founded Capricorn Digital Limited, part of MFS Africa, a Nigerian-based fintech company focused on digital payments and agency banking. Adefolu played a crucial role in expanding the business and overseeing the growth of their agent network.

Simultaneously, in 2014, Adefolu co-founded Asseco Nigeria, where they successfully developed a business plan, secured investment from the Asseco Group, and managed the startup capital. Adefolu also led strategy, business development, team recruitment, sales, and technology delivery.

From 2020 to 2021, Adefolu served as the President of Eurocham Nigeria, contributing to the promotion of European business interests in Nigeria.

Currently, Adefolu serves as the Chief Commercial Officer at Angaza, a technology company that enables businesses to streamline the sale of life-changing products worldwide. Their role involves redefining product purchases through innovative payment plans, making transformative products accessible to over 2 billion people globally.

Adefolu Majekodunmi has a diverse educational background. In 1993, they graduated from the University of Liverpool with a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) in Civil Engineering. Following this, in 2004, they attended INSEAD and obtained an MBA in International Business Management.

In 2020, Adefolu attended Harvard Business School, but the details regarding the degree obtained are not provided. Additionally, in 1988, they completed their studies at Mill Hill School in London, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned.

Adefolu Majekodunmi further enhanced their knowledge and skills with additional certifications. In August 2022, they completed the course "Scaling a Business: How to Build a USD 1 Billion+ Unicorn" from Wharton Online.

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  • Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)

    October, 2021 - present