Rukayyat Modupe Kolawole

Rukayyat Modupe Kolawole, CFA, EMBA, is a seasoned financial professional with extensive experience in wealth management, entrepreneurship, and consulting. As the Founder of PaceUP Invest GmbH since November 2020, Rukayyat has focused on empowering individuals and businesses through holistic wealth-building strategies, leveraging a hybrid approach combining human-centric methods with AI technology. Additional roles include serving as an Executive Board Member for the European Women Payments Network, a Guest Lecturer at Mannheim Business School, and co-founding Black Professionals Europe. Rukayyat has authored books and provided mentorship through The Migrant Accelerator, supporting underrepresented founders. Previously, Rukayyat held significant positions such as VP Capital Markets & Treasury at BMCE Bank International and Chair of the Mid Career Bridge for 100 Women In Finance, illustrating a deep commitment to volunteerism and community engagement. Rukayyat's educational background includes multiple Executive MBA degrees and a Master's in Finance and Investment Management, underscoring a strong foundation in financial expertise.