Razaq Ahmed, CFA

Razaq Ahmed, CFA, is currently the CEO/Co-founder of Cowrywise, a position they have held since July 2017. Prior to this, they served as Chairman of the University Relations Committee at CFA Society Nigeria from December 2016 to April 2021. From January 2013 to June 2017, Razaq worked as an Executive Director at Sart Partners. Before that, they had roles at Shell Petroleum Development Company, including as a Gas Commercial professional from January 2012 to November 2012, and as a Business Economist from December 2010 to January 2012. Razaq began their career as a Research Analyst at Vetiva Capital Management Limited from August 2010 to November 2010. Razaq also worked as an Investment Analyst at Meristem Nigeria from March 2008 to July 2010.

Razaq Ahmed, CFA has a diverse education history that spans from 2003 to 2018. Razaq began their educational journey at Obafemi Awolowo University, where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from 2003 to 2007.

In 2009, Razaq then enrolled in the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Program offered by the CFA Institute. Razaq successfully completed this program in 2012, obtaining the prestigious CFA designation.

In the same year, Razaq pursued further education in the energy sector by obtaining certification as a Certified Energy Risk Professional (ERP) from the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) during their enrollment from 2011 to 2012.

In 2018, Razaq attended Y Combinator, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned for this period.

Overall, Razaq Ahmed, CFA has demonstrated a commitment to furthering their education in the fields of finance, economics, and energy risk management.