Joseph has worked with a number of Global clients creating digital experiences for both Web and App. Having worked in key roles for clients spanning many different sectors, Joseph has a keen eye for forward-thinking design, owning the ability to see clear direction from beginning to end.
The 2024 Business Leaders Awards, named "Legit Business Names,"strives to recognize and commend the exemplary business figures in Nigeria for their contributions to the national economy and theretention of local talents. This non-commercial initiative seeks to motivate Nigerian entrepreneurs to push their limits and reach unprecedented achievements in 2024.
Moniepoint, CEO/Founder
“Taking the leap in pursuit of your entrepreneurial dreams can feel daunting. But it is one of the most rewarding things you can do."
Moniepoint, CEO/Founder
Tosin Eniolorunda is the founder and CEO of Moniepoint (formerly TeamApt), a financial technology company focused on developing digital banking, digital business solutions and payments infrastructure by rethinking the needs of consumers, businesses and the financial industry. Moniepoint was founded in 2015 and has become one of Nigeria's largest business payments and banking platforms, with over 400,000 businesses onboarded, processing north of $8bn monthly.
Palmpay Nigeria, CEO
“Identify a problem, provide the solution and then you can be sure you are on your way to becoming successful."
Palmpay Nigeria, CEO
Chika Nwosu is the Managing Director of PalmPay. Since commencing in 2019 under a Mobile Money Operator License, the company has provided Nigerians with fast, seamless, and secure financial transactions. The platform has delivered an impressive suite of products, resulting in over 30 million users and onboarding about 1.1 million businesses including 600,000 merchants and 500,000 agents.
Shuttlers, Founder/CEO
“Stay relentlessly focused on your mission, continuously iterate based on feedback, and remain adaptable in the face of a dynamic business landscape."
Shuttlers, Founder/CEO
Damilola Olokesusi is the co-founder and CEO of Shuttlers, a Nigerian technology-driven transportation startup revolutionizing how professionals and organizations commute. With the Shuttlers App, professionals can book a seat on a route, pay a subscription, and track their shuttles' arrival and departure times. Olokesusi's leadership has helped the startup raise millions of dollars in seed funding to expand across Africa.
Kwik, CEO
“Don’t give up on your vision but be kwik on your feet to adaptto a changing environment!"
Kwik, CEO
Romain Poirot-Lellig is the Founder and CEO of Kwik, a Nigeria and French-based startup that provides logistics services to B2B merchants, from social vendors to e-commerce platforms.
Co-founder, The Nest Hub
“Embrace continuous learning, surround yourself with a network of mentors and like-minded individuals, and don't be afraid to take calculated risks."
Co-founder, The Nest Hub
Peter Ogedengbe is the Co-founder of The Nest Innovation Technology Park, a thriving hub where innovation, technology, startups, and the individuals propelling them converge. The hub continued to enlighten and support the tech and innovation ecosystem, helping over 2000 businesses and startups flourish through its different programs.
HerVest, CEO
“For those aspiring to build a successful business in Nigeria, resilience and fortitude are non-negotiable. Identify a problem that holds significant value, and tackle it as if your life depends on it."
HerVest, CEO
Solape Akinpelu is the Co-founder/CEO of HerVest, a social enterprise that promotes financial inclusion for women by employing a Gender Lens Investment (GLI) strategy. Launched in 2020 to start off on its mission of inclusive finance, HerVest has eased access to financial services through flexible, goal-based savings and investment.
Bolt Country Manager
“Make sure you have a clear understanding of what you want to achieve and why. Your passion for your idea will be what drives you through difficulties and helps you stay motivated."
Bolt Country Manager
Yahaya Mohammed is the Country Manager at Bolt, a popular ride-hailing platform, operating in major cities across Nigeria. Since assuming the leadership position at Bolt Nigeria, Yahaya has brought a lot of initiatives to encourage and reward drivers including subsidy bonus, 10% commission and the Bolt Accelerator Program which it used to empower no less than 20 drivers on entrepreneurial journeys.
