Adefolajuwon Ijaiya

Coordinated investor due diligence and roadshows, developing tailored databases for Francophone M&A and capital raise clients, enhancing deal flow efficiency.

Pioneered and implemented a convertible note strategy, advising on structured equity, debt, and guarantee instruments to provide flexible capital solutions for high-growth startups.

Led the preparation of critical investor engagement materials, including Private Placement Memoranda (PPMs), Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs), and Subscription Documents.

Facilitated the successful close of a **$3.45 million fundraise** for a Senegalese health insurance startup by developing comprehensive business plans and investment memos.

Advised on strategy and financial modeling for a fintech debt system, contributing to the creation of a new financial product and securing **$4 million in funding**.

Supported a **$3 million Series A fundraising** for an HR/Education startup in Cote d'Ivoire, providing extensive investment banking and advisory support.

Organized and executed investor networking events and webinars, strengthening relationships with institutional and high-net-worth investors.

Spearheaded fundraising initiatives, preparing investor pitch decks, conducting investor calls, and negotiating deal terms, securing vital capital for the company.

Designed and implemented streamlined operational workflows, resulting in a **25% reduction in overhead costs** and significant increase in overall efficiency.

Managed the successful launch of a new fintech product, coordinating cross-functional teams and acquiring **3,000 users within the first month**.

Secured a **$150,000 revolving credit facility** to optimize FX liquidity and enhance cross-border payment operations.

Led product and customer research, identifying new growth opportunities and contributing to a **20% revenue increase**.

Provided strategic insights for investor presentations and competitive analysis through comprehensive market research.

Evaluated **over 1,200 investment opportunities** across diverse sectors (fintech, healthtech, agri-tech), identifying high-growth startups and contributing to a **25% increase in portfolio value**.

Executed comprehensive due diligence, financial modeling, and risk analysis, supporting **$2.5 million in venture capital investments** and **$1.5 million in debt funding**.

Monitored and reported on impact metrics, including **18% farmer income uplift**, **12% household energy cost savings**, **22% job growth**, and **3,000 individuals onboarded** for financial inclusion.

Coordinated investor roadshows and due diligence, providing in-depth market research and performance analysis to support investment decisions.

Played a key role in launching the Acorn 700 fund, developing fund strategy, investment thesis, and preparing all investor materials (PPMs, pitch books, DDQs).

Cultivated partnerships with incubators/accelerators, building a seed pipeline of **20+ B2C SaaS and agri-tech startups**.

Managed fund administration activities, including investor capital calls, operations, performance tracking, and drafting investor reports to maintain LP communications.

Co-founded a pioneering Web3 fintech savings platform, defining strategic vision to address financial inclusion in underserved African communities.

Led comprehensive market research and product validation, successfully launching an MVP that garnered **85% positive early adopter feedback**.

Built and managed a core team of **five professionals**, establishing performance metrics and operational processes that increased team productivity by **20%**.

Cultivated strategic partnerships with key blockchain protocols and industry experts, driving rapid user growth from **50 to 1,500 active users monthly**.

Spearheaded fundraising initiatives, crafting investor pitch decks and memos, and engaging potential investors to secure early-stage capital.

Managed investor relations, ensuring transparent communication and aligning long-term strategic objectives with investor expectations.