He quit GTBank, his startup failed: This founder reinvented himself to an exit and venture scale in the diaspora
- Seyi Fabode worked at GTBank as a Risk Analyst, where he observed the entrepreneurial spirit of loan applicants.
- He transitioned to tech during a financial crisis at a power plant, which inspired him to develop software for trading excess energy.
- Fabode launched Power2Switch in the US, raising $3 million and achieving a successful exit that empowered his team to start their own companies.
Seyi Fabode's journey illustrates the resilience and adaptability required in the tech entrepreneurship landscape. His insights on leveraging local partnerships and understanding market dynamics in Africa could serve as a blueprint for aspiring entrepreneurs in emerging markets. Further discussion could explore how these principles can be applied across different sectors to foster innovation and growth.
