Michael ‘Mike’ Ajao is a serial entrepreneur, investor, management consultant, and certified John. C. Maxwell Coach, Trainer, and Speaker. He founded and also sits on the board of some Indigenous companies in Nigeria. He was instrumental in successfully establishing and running an American company in two East African countries, driving its average monthly turnover to over $500k in its first year with close to 100,000 active distributors.
With business interests in real estate, education, direct marketing, training and learning solutions, Michael has in the past 20 years contributed immensely to the growth of businesses he founded and those he worked with either as a co-founder or consultant. A well-travelled and proud alumnus of the Institute for National Transformation, Nigeria and the University of Roehampton, London. He is also a member of Rotary International and enjoys travelling, reading, brainstorming and social services.
Innocent Daniels is a highly accomplished serial entrepreneur with over a decade of transformative experience in venture capital, particularly within the Oil and Gas sector, financial engineering, and project funding. His journey in venture capital has been marked by a keen ability to identify high-potential investment opportunities and drive substantial growth. As the co-founder of an asset management company, he has contributed significantly to establishing its equities across two unicorn companies, showcasing his strategic foresight and expertise in navigating complex financial landscapes. His leadership has propelled these companies to new heights and positioned them as key players in their respective industries.
Innocent’s entrepreneurial acumen extends beyond investment management; he has played a pivotal role in expanding two American firms into over ten countries across Africa. As a market maker, he crafted and executed innovative business development plans and market activation strategies that facilitated this remarkable international growth. Recognized as a growth strategist and deal maker, Innocent has engaged in consulting, negotiations, training, and execution of various projects.
His extensive travels have equipped him with a diverse perspective on international markets and business practices, enhancing his ability to forge strategic partnerships and drive impactful initiatives.
In addition to his entrepreneurial successes, he is a certified life coach with credentials from NCFE in the United Kingdom, equipping him with a well-rounded skill set that includes personal development and professional mentorship. His background in life coaching enhances his ability to lead, inspire, and foster growth within teams and organizations, reinforcing his reputation as an influential figure in the fields he serves.
Innocent Daniels is a highly accomplished serial entrepreneur with over a decade of transformative experience in venture capital, particularly within the Oil and Gas sector, financial engineering, and project funding. His journey in venture capital has been marked by a keen ability to identify high-potential investment opportunities and drive substantial growth. As the co-founder of an asset management company, he has contributed significantly to establishing its equities across two unicorn companies, showcasing his strategic foresight and expertise in navigating complex financial landscapes. His leadership has propelled these companies to new heights and positioned them as key players in their respective industries.
Innocent’s entrepreneurial acumen extends beyond investment management; he has played a pivotal role in expanding two American firms into over ten countries across Africa. As a market maker, he crafted and executed innovative business development plans and market activation strategies that facilitated this remarkable international growth. Recognized as a growth strategist and deal maker, Innocent has engaged in consulting, negotiations, training, and execution of various projects.
His extensive travels have equipped him with a diverse perspective on international markets and business practices, enhancing his ability to forge strategic partnerships and drive impactful initiatives.
In addition to his entrepreneurial successes, he is a certified life coach with credentials from NCFE in the United Kingdom, equipping him with a well-rounded skill set that includes personal development and professional mentorship. His background in life coaching enhances his ability to lead, inspire, and foster growth within teams and organizations, reinforcing his reputation as an influential figure in the fields he serves.