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Saka's Is That SoEP 48 Finance, Entrepreneurship and Tech in the Medical FieldIn this episode, Saka talks to Dr Mohammed Nuru about the crossovers between finance, tech and entrepreneurship with medicine.Dr Mohammed is currently an MD candidate at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, conducting research in the fields of Neurosurgery and Neuroscience.He shares his knowledge within the field of medicine and how tech and finance is integrated within medicine.If you think you or someone you know would like to chat with Saka in an exclusive interview, please get in touch!2023-06-2248 minSaka's Is That SoEP 47 LTV Capital, Building Companies & Guiding and Growing EntrepreneursIn this episode, Saka talks to Farhan Ialji about his experience with LTV capital and the building of startup companies.Farhan is the Founder of LTV Capital who work with founders, venture capital investors, institutional and private investors globally to find the right partnerships, investments and support to build a thriving venture ecosystem that benefits all.Previously, he was Director in the Venture Partnerships team at Anthemis, exploring venture tech and fund investments. He is also an entrepreneur in residence at King’s College London and a part-time lecturer at London Business School on managing in...2023-04-1836 minSaka's Is That SoEP 46 How 4 Friends Started a Venture Firm From ScratchIn this episode, Saka talks to Nihil Mehta about how 4 friends started a VC firm from scratch and about how to scale relationships and networks. They also discussed thematic vs opportunistic investing.Nihal is a Co-Founder at Eniac Ventures and was an Angel Investor at Uber. Early in his career, he honed his ability to spot top entrepreneurial talent by investing in Admob (acquired by Google), Swiftkey (acquired by Microsoft), Tapad (acquired by Telenor), Tala, and Uber, to name a few. Nihal and his wife are now angel investors and LPs in almost 100 underrepresented founders and fund...2023-03-0822 minSaka's Is That SoEP 45 How I leveraged content creation to become an investor with Ross HaleliukIn this episode, Saka speaks to Ross Haleliuk all about how he leveraged content creation to become an investorRoss is an experienced operator and product leader at LimaCharlie shaping the future of cybersecurity. He is also the author of the substack, Venture Insecurity where he writes regular blogs talking all things cybersecurity.If you think you or someone you know would like to chat with Saka in an exclusive interview, please get in touch!2023-02-2125 minSaka's Is That SoEP 44 Crypto Centric Venture Capital a conversation with Carlos PereiraIn this episode, Saka speaks to Carlos Pereira about his expertise in the crypto centric side of VC.Carlos is a Partner at BITKRAFT Ventures based in New York. He generally focuses on crypto-centric opportunities globally, as well as expanding the funds' coverage in LatAm and India. Prior to joining the team, he worked at Eldridge, investing in private markets with a focus on growth equity and venture capital, especially in media and interactive entertainment. Originally from Brazil, Carlos is a graduate of the Political Philosophy program at University of Vi...2023-02-0738 minSaka's Is That SoEP43 Diversity and inclusion in the VC space with Sarah MillarIn this episode, Saka talks to Sarah Millar about diversity and inclusion in the VC space. Sarah is COO of Diversity VC and is director of VPP Operations at OhmConnect. Through her work at Diversity VC, she works with entrepreneurs, investors and universities in order to create an industry that is free from bias.At Wharton, she held internships with two impact investors in Mexico City (IGNIA and Adobe Capital.) She also served as a consultant for multiple impact organizations, including local and global impact funds and nonprofits.If you think you or s...2022-12-2331 minSaka's Is That SoEP42 Building VC Firms to Success - a conversation with Ali JamalIn this episode, Saka talks to Ali Jamal about his origin story starting in VC and the build up to the success of him VC firm, First Check Ventures. He also talks about angel investing, which Ali does on the sidelines.Ali has more than 10 years experience in various Product and Growth roles at companies like Zynga, RockYou, Agoda, Rappi, and most recently at PayClip (one of LatAm's fastest growing FinTech companies). He is an angel investor who has completed more than 200 deals!He generally works for early-stage venture-backed portfolio companies of all sizes mainly...2022-11-0821 minSaka's Is That SoEP41 Starting and Running a Business through VC Investment - a conversation with Christian FaceyIn this episode, Saka talks to Christian Facey about how his successful business venture, Audiomob, started and is running through the use of VC funding and investment.Christian is currently the CEO and co-founder of AudioMob, the world’s first non-interrupting gaming advertising solution that allows game developers to monetize their audience via audio advertising. AudioMob, is a VC backed company and recently closed $14m in funding at a $110M valuation, with Investors such as LightSpeed Ventures, Makers Fund, Google, Supernode Global and Atomico’s / Sequoia’s angel fund.As Founder and CEO, he is focuse...2022-10-2430 minSaka's Is That SoEP40 Current Currency Trends and Advice on Institutional-grade Macro Risk Management - a conversation with Darius DaleIn this episode, Saka talks to Darius Dale about currency trends in the world right now, along with his expert advice on institutional-grade macro risk management frameworks and processes. Darius is the Founder & CEO of 42 Macro, an investment research firm that aims to disrupt the financial services industry. Prior to founding 42 Macro, Darius was a Managing Director and Partner at Hedgeye Risk Management, an independent investment research firm based in Stamford, CT.Darius spent his entire childhood in and out of homeless shelters with a first-hand view of drug addiction. His humble beginnings have led...2022-10-1149 minSaka's Is That SoEP39 Insight into a General Partner's view on Venture Capital - a conversation with Rachel Ten BrinkIn this episode, Saka talks to Rachel Ten Bink about her views as a General Partner on current venture capital trends and the ways in which she feels about venture capital whilst offering expert advice and knowledge on her niche of early stage investing and high-growth startups.Rachel is a General Partner and co-Founder of @redbikecapital, a Latinx and woman-led Venture Capital fund based in New York that invests in early stage, high-growth startups that drive the economy and improve people’s lives. Rachel is a Founder, Investor, Board Member, and Growth Marketing expert. Prior to founding Re...2022-09-2638 minSaka's Is That SoEP38 Innovation & Systems Thinking, Business Building, and Venture Capital - a conversation with Christian TooleyIn this episode, Saka talks to award winning LGBTQ+ entrepreneur and strategist Christian Tooley about his take on innovation & systems thinking, business building, and venture capital within his role in driving growth for the Bain Innovation Exchange (BIE) in EMEA.Christian is an experienced startup advisor, investor, venture scout, & founder of i³ investing for queer entrepreneurs. As an activist, he is passionate about LGBTQ+ rights and intersectionality. Across EMEA, he is evolving the BIE’s ecosystem of corporates, innovators, founders, and VCs, in the startup and venture capital world.If you think you or someone you...2022-08-2229 minSaka's Is That SoEP37 Early Stage Investing in FinTech - a conversation with Sasha PilchIn this episode, Saka speaks to Sasha Pilch about her expertise in FinTech and her roles in working as a principle for FinCaptial.Sasha is a principal at FinCaptial Investing, a firm focused on fintech early stage investing. At FinCapital, she will be involved in helping the firm source promising early-stage FinTech Founders and closely collaborating with those entrepreneurs after investment in adding meaningful operating value full lifecycle.She is also the co-founder of NYC FinTech Women, a community that connects, promotes, and empowers women within the FinTech industry.Listen now on Spotify...2022-08-0831 minSaka's Is That SoEP36 Business Technology and Engineering - a conversation with Ken WatsonIn this episode, Saka chats to Ken Watson about all things business tech and engineering.Ken is the current CEO of Stockperks, a platform that offers perks, free products, discounts and exclusive experiences to retail shareholders. He is a business technology expert with a career spanning over 25 years across Australia, UK and the US. He is a seasoned CTO running engineering for Ipreo, Lionbridge and WeWork.Listen now on Spotify, Youtube and Apple Music:*Saka's Is That So2022-07-2538 minSaka's Is That SoEP35 Exploring a Different Side to Venture Capital with Lolita TaubIn this episode, Saka speaks with Lolita about her mission to bring community into investing and her drive to explore venture capital in a different way.Lolita is an early-stage investor that backs community-driven startups in the US & Latin America at Ganas Ventures. She is on a mission to change the narrative about who's an investor, who she invests in, and the types of founders that build unicorns.2022-07-1332 minSaka's Is That SoEP34 Advice on Content Building and Digital Marketing - a conversation with Peace ItimiIn this episode, Saka talks to Peace about her success in content creation and reaching audiences with her content. Peace is a Nigerian Youtuber and a T-Shaped Digital Marketing Manager and has successfully worked for agencies and startups. She has built a reputation for herself through her work with several local and international brands, her training programs, and more famously, her YouTube show Founders Connect. Peace’s is passionate about human capacity development with a focus on equipping young people with the knowledge and skills required for them to leverage employment and entrepreneurship opportunities. 2022-06-2734 minSaka's Is That SoEP33 Mechanics of Investing and Advice for Startup Pitch Decks - a conversation with Iynna HalilouIn this episode, Saka talks with Iynna Halilou about her experiences with early stage investing and offers her advice and expertise on ways to project successful startup pitch decks.Iynna is currently an MBA candidate at The Wharton School majoring in finance. She has extensive experience in venture capital and tech, having worked at NYC's first and largest early-stage accelerator and seed VC, as well as working at an edtech startup providing STEM education to underrepresented minority students as a way to bridge the racial and socioeconomic gap in tech. Her support towards helping global startups enter...2022-06-0733 minSaka's Is That SoEP32 Law and Startups - a conversation with Vincent SheuIn this episode, Saka talks to Vincent Sheu about how law effects startups and offers his best advice on the ways to attract investors to startups. Vincent is a former law and computer science student at Stanford University and is super interested in the intersection between law and policy with entrepreneurship and venture capital startups. He is also a world champion Rubik's Cube Player known for organising World Cube Association competitions!2022-05-2333 minSaka's Is That SoEP31 Female Empowerment and Angel Investing - a conversation with Jada SezerIn this episode, Saka talks to Jada Sezer about her journey through finding her own empowerment and becoming an ambassador for female empowerment across social media platforms.Jada is an advocate for UN Women UK and an angel investor for female founded startup businesses. She began her career as a model and shifted her focus towards tech and finding ways to help others. She has been committed to inspiring positive change physically and digitally to all kinds of people and continues to shine her influence through her platforms. "I don't want to be a model, I...2022-05-1637 minSaka's Is That SoEP30 Product leadership, Tech, Entrepreneurship & Finance Advice - A conversation with PJ LouryIn this episode, Saka speaks to PJ Loury about his work in the tech world, giving useful tips on entrepreneurship & finance.PJ Loury is currently studying for an MBA at Stanford University and has worked for Uber, Life360 and charitable venture, Helping Hands in software product leading. He has a passion for building mission-driven products that people love and value. 2022-05-0934 minSaka's Is That SoEP29 The challenges of setting up your first venture capital fund - A conversation with McKeever Conwell IIIn this episode, Saka invites McKeever Conwell II to speak about his experience starting his own venture capital fund ‘Rarebreed Ventures’, giving advice to startups, founders and investors whilst reflecting on his own journey.McKeever Conwell II is a Baltimore-based investor who left tech development agency TEDCO to start his own venture capital fund, Rarebreed Ventures. It is designed to be the first investor backing large companies like TEDCO. He has a wealth of knowledge of the early stages as he has been both an investor and a founder. McKeever knows what it’s like to be a...2022-05-0238 minSaka's Is That SoEP28 Telling the stories of underrepresented founders & investors - A conversation with Andy DavisIn this episode, Saka speaks to Andy Davis about his work supporting black founders and discusses the importance of storytelling when raising funds. Andy Davis, is an angel investor at Atomico and ex-Director of Backstage Capital London. He also leads the 10x10 group - a group of black founders and has recently launched the 10x10 Fund with an open invitation to commit a minimum of £1,000 to be invested in Black founders.Andy is spearheading efforts to make European investing more diverse and inclusive by raising awareness of underrepresentation, and providing financial, strategic, and networking support to...2022-04-2634 minSaka's Is That SoEP27 The Future of Blockchain - A conversation with Scott AustinIn this episode, Saka discuss the success of Everledger and the future of blockchain and new technologies with Senior VP, Scott Austin. Scott leads Everledger’s business in the Americas, working closely with the team to make technology breakthroughs that solve the challenges facing their clients. Scott was previously Director of the Asia Pacific Smart Card Association for Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. He has over 20 years experience in the development and evolution of Identification Technologies (Smartcard/RFID/NFC), Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain technologies, supported through his Certificate in Future Commerce, Financial Technology fr...2022-04-1831 minSaka's Is That SoEP26 The Corporate vs Entrepreneur Lifestyle - A conversation with Paris PetgraveIn this episode, Saka chats with Paris Petgrave all about her upbringing and what makes her the founder and business woman she is today as well as how she made the transition from corporate life to being an entrepreneur. Paris is the CEO of We Love Work, A People analytics platform that provides the fastest and simplest way to audit and improve your company culture. Paris is also the founder and investor in Rare Seed Capital, an Angel fund that invests in early stage tech startups solving the world’s biggest problems. Previous to this Paris spent 8 ye...2022-02-1549 minSaka's Is That SoEP25 Should you join a start-up accelerator? A conversation with Gosbert ChagulaGosbert Chagula is the founder of Startup Discovery school, an accelerator in London. He’s spent his career supporting and building mission-driven businesses in Europe & Africa.Previously Gosbert was Ecosystem Manager at Exeter Velocities, a 6-month Accelerator focused on making Exeter a world-class sustainable city. We supported and invested in radical entrepreneurs who wanted to build high-growth businesses which have the potential to solve the challenges Exeter faces concerning energy and congestion.The previous two years Gosbert spent working at The Africa Technology Business Network (AFTBN), a global network focused on driving innovation-led growth and im...2021-12-2946 minSaka's Is That SoEP24 How do you get the resources you need to achieve your dreams? A conversation with Dr Joanna AbeyieHow do you get the resources you need to achieve your dreams? A conversation with Dr Joanna AbeyieThe story of DR Joanna Abeyie who became an MBE even though she faced hurdles and wasn’t exactly given head start in life is a great example of how to overcome and be relentless when pursuing your goals. Joanna has spent the last 14 years, increasing the employment of diverse talentthrough inclusive hiring practices and creating inclusive working cultures.Launching her first charity Elevation Networks Charitable Trust at 18 alongsidesix col...2021-12-2941 minSaka's Is That SoEP23 How do we get minorities to invest in themselves? A conversation with Shari Leigh founder of black investor 360.In this episode, we spoke about the misconceptions around black businesses and how they can invest together to create an economic unit. Having successfully run corporate finance events for almost a decade, Black Business Network founder, Shari Leigh is launching their first diversity, finance conference, and exhibition this autumn, Black Investor 360.2021-12-2940 minSaka's Is That SoEP22 Are Hispanics part of the Diversity and Inclusion discussion? A conversation with Eric Lopez Director of Corporate Accountability at HACR - Hispanic Association on Corporate ResponsibilityAre Hispanics part of the Diversity and Inclusion discussion? A conversation with Eric Lopez Eric has over 10 years of experience helping organizations further their missionsand meet their research goals. In fact, He’s so passionate about it he evendoes it during his free time as a board member for non-profit organizations,and as the Founder and CEO of Globe Serve Consulting where he helps other non-profitsfind fundraising solutions that leverage data and their organizationalstrengths for grant applications and appeals.His background al...2021-11-0149 minSaka's Is That SoEp21 What does it take to launch a successful event for black businesses? A conversation with Raphael Sofoluke.What does it take to launch a successful event for black businesses? A conversation with Raphael Sofoluke, creator of the black business show, Europe's largest event for black businesses. In this episode, we challenge the conventions around hosting an event including, what prep goes into making an event successful? How do we organise people to meet for business instead of leisure?The UK Black Business Show has been created to inspire and connect black business owners and professionals working in various industries. Through business exhibitions, deep-dive workshops, interactive panels, and seminars, delivered by industry pioneers, this event...2021-10-0129 minSaka's Is That SoEp 20 How do you build a brand and what exactly makes a good one? A conversation with Jason Beckly.How do you build a brand and what exactly makes a good one? A conversation with Jason Beckly. On this episode, we challenge the conventions around building a brand including, what does a brand mean beyond a cool logo? What makes people so devout to brands? and how are brands changing with the black lives matter movementJason Beckly is the former Chief Branding Officer of Clarks, former marketing lead at Ralph Lauren, and brand director at Alexander McQueen. 2021-08-1825 minSaka's Is That SoEp 19 How is artificial intelligence being used to solve problems? A conversation with Bobby Tang.How is artificial intelligence being used to solve problems? A conversation with Bobby Tang, CEO at Screenable. On this episode we challenged the conventions around AI including, is AI really as amazing as people make it seem? What is the downside of AI? And how can startups leverage AIScreenable is the video interview platform designed to streamline applicant screenings and make the recruitment journey more efficient and effective. Bobby's international experience spans across Silicon Valley, Europe, Australia, India, and China. He spent the majority of his career working on $T consumer electronics and e-commerce products at...2021-06-2937 minSaka's Is That SoEp 18 How has technology helped us with our finances. A conversation with Alexander Wallin. How has technology helped us with our finances ? A conversation with Alexander Wallin, CEO at Sprinkle, a fintech company. On this episode we challenged the conventions around investing, how to blockchain and crowdsourcing are making investing easier.The Sprinkle Group is on a mission to simplify capital markets by providing integrated financial solutions for global investors, regardless of experience or location. By harnessing the power of crowdsourcing and blockchain technology, Sprinkle Group aims to become the new standard within capital markets.2021-06-2334 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 17 How do you construct and build your identity? A conversation with Lathi DubeOn this episode we deconstructed the norms around identity. How do you begin to understand what your identity consists of, does your identity change over time and at different phases of life? How does identity affect your life and how you view yourself?In Lathi’s words: Identity is the construct that has plagued every individual I have had the pleasure and the honour of working with. Individuals face complicated and intricate problems during their lives, which often leaves them confused and bewildered, but all hope is not lost. Through my work I help individuals to face th...2020-12-2445 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 16 How do you create a tech platform to manage wealth? A conversation with David FisayoOn this episode we discuss the misconceptions around building a platform, how to build wealth, and what its like being an entrepreneur.David is building a digital wealth and investment platform to open up access to wealth creation opportunities for black and ethnic communities.David has a background in Product Management, where he specialised in customer-centered design to develop digital financial propositions. He have a keen interest for product strategy, design and development.David is also the Director of Programs at Foundervine a social enterprise on a mission to change the global face...2020-12-1937 min
Saka's Is That SoEP15 How did a 14 year old make a quarter of a million dollars with Ecommerce and drop shipping? A conversation with Alex PhillipHow exactly do you make money from ecommerce? Do you have to be the one who sources, ships and manages products online? Does age stop you from being successful online?Alex Philip is one of a new breed of young entrepreneurs determined not to let their age hold them back.The 14-year-old Londoner is currently turning over $30,000 a month and making $5,000 in profits, by sourcing products on Alibaba and selling them through Shopify, using drop shipping to simplify the process, and is on track to make $250,000 ($60,000 profit) this year alone.https://www.forbes.com/sites...2020-12-1429 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 14 What's the importance of building a digital community? A conversation with Sharla Jay Duncan.What's the importance of building a community? A conversation with Sharla Jay Duncan. On this episode Saka spoke to Sharla, the founder of the intrapreneurs club on the importance of building a community. Is it as simple as creating a facebook group? What makes members want to be part of a community? How do you keep members coming back?Sharla is on a mission to build high performing and diverse tech teams. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharla-jaye-duncan-ba324936/2020-12-0833 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 13 What exactly is Private Equity? A Conversation With Fope Adelowo on the misconceptions in private equityIn this episode Saka and Fope explore the misconceptions in private equity including if their business model is fundamentally flawed,how the tensions between founders and equity investors actually plays out and a host of other interesting topics. Fope Adelowo is a Senior Vice President at Helios investmentMs Adelowo has 13 years of relevant professional experience. Prior to joining Helios in April 2014, she was a Fellow in the Principal Investment Group at Cardinal Stone Partners in Lagos and served in several roles in the Emerging Markets Structured Products team and Fixed Income team at Goldman Sachs in...2020-10-1843 min
Saka's Is That SoEP12 Do women have it tougher in tech? A conversation with June AngelidesOn this episode Saka and June Angelides delve into what it means to be a woman in tech. Are women expected to work harder? Is there a penalty to pay for motherhood? Should women expect to get paid the same thing even if they take a career break?Named the 6th Most Influential BAME tech leader by the FT in 2018 and 15th Most Influential Woman in Tech by Computer Weekly in 2018, June Angelides is an early stage investor at Samos Investments. Prior to joining the world of venture capital, she founded a social enterprise, Mums in...2020-09-1032 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 11 Can we solve the world's problems and make money? A conversation with Orr VinegoldOn this episode, Saka and Orr challenge the conventional norms on creating startups for good. Can startups successfully do good and make money? How do you convince people to join your social mission? What are the steps involved in trying to create an accelerator or hub for people to create social conscious enterprises?Orr is the founder of unrest an accelerator in London. in his own words, Orr describes his work as "We are building an Accelerator program that develops budding entrepreneurs who want to launch for-good businesses and supporting them to ensure they make a...2020-08-0339 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 10 Can you be both an academic and an entrepreneur ? A conversation with Babajide Macaulay MiltonOn this episode Saka speaks to Babajide Macaulay Mitlon the founder of Illumania, a platform to help graduate students get scholarships. We challenge assumptions such as; does the academic environment foster entrepreneurship and innovation? Are there advantages to being a student entrepreneur? Is most innovation born out of academic research?Babajide is a purpose-driven environmental scientist and a self-motivated young man with over 8 years of teaching and research experience. His penchant for research and excellence is what stimulates him in the academic world. He has led projects in environmental mitigation research areas such as groundwater arsenic contamination...2020-07-1351 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 9 How do recruiters help you get unadvertised yet interesting jobs? A conversation with Drew WeltonOn this Episode Saka speaks to Drew Welton on the conventional norms in recruiting. Does your CV format really matter? Do robots determine which CV/Resume gets through? Are recruiters only interested in filling the role with any candidate? Does your interview start before you even meet the 1st manager?Drew Welton is the founder of Bamboo crowd Bamboo Crowd is a culture-inspired recruitment consultancy with offices in London and New York. We’re fearlessly independent and a boutique by design.-They do this by hiring world-class talent … the Thinkers, Makers and...2020-07-0145 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 8 Are Entrepreneurs Made Or Born? A Conversation With Julian Hall On Teaching Entrepreneurship To The Youth.On this episode we discuss questions such as, are kids too young to understand entrepreneurship? Are some kids given a head start over others? How do we encourage kids to take risks beyond formal education? Are Entrepreneurs made or are they born?Julian Hall is the Founder and CEO of ULTRA Education who's vision is that all children and young people regardless of background or social standing have access to essential entrepreneurial education. The mission is to be the leading brand and #1 provider of entrepreneur education in the world.https://ultra.education/*****...2020-06-2448 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 7 Is buying your home or property always the right investment? A conversation with Topsy TaiwoOn this episode Saka speaks with Topsy Taiwo a specialist in real estate. Topics discussed include; Is it always worth it to buy your home? is buying always better than renting? What factors should you consider when buying a home? Is buying and leasing property the way to grow your income?Topsy Taiwo has been in real estate for almost half a decade. He is the founder of property purchaser and a presenter on the talk show topchat.He graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2012 and currently lives in the United Kingdom.https...2020-06-2051 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 6 How Do You Develop the Right Mindset to Escape the Rat Race. A Conversation With James BargeronOn this episode, Saka speaks with James Bargeron about mindset, negotiation, and career.Other questions discussed include: Chasing money is necessary but what's the cost? Are you moving towards an early grave or regret in old age?As herd animals, we yearn for groups and acceptance but is that always a good thing?How do you recognize when you are addicted to the rush or dopamine of making money?How do you know your own value when negotiating?Bio:Three decades of experience in the global energy business both in the UK and the USA, working with some...2020-06-0939 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 5 What is Venture Capital & How Does It Work? A Conversation with Andy AyimOn this episode Saka speaks to Andy Ayim, the founder of Andy’s VC School. We explore questions such as: Do all startups need millions in funding to get started?How involved do investors and venture capitalists get?What role do emotions play in investing?Should you raise red flags with your investors?Andy Ayim is the founder of The Angel Investing School and also consults organisations on how to build Product teams that work with agility to create products customers love using his Product Playbooks. He was the Managing Director of Backstage Ca...2020-06-0447 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 4 Is Our Data Safe & Who's Responsible For It? A Conversation with Geoff WhiteOn this episode Saka speaks to Geoff White an investigative journalist for the BBC and reporter about the myths surrounding our data and cybersecurity. What are the ethical boundaries of the dark web? As a society should we permit governments to request our data from companies?Geoff White: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffwhitetech/Geoff Twitter: https://twitter.com/geoffwhite247Pre-Order Geoff's book 'Crime Dot Com: From Viruses to Vote Rigging, How Hacking Went Global' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Crime-Dot-Com-Viruses-Rigging/dp/1789142857*****ABOUT THE HOST: Saka is a global...2020-05-2752 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 3 Are Non-Profits Badly Run & Inefficient? A Conversation with Fabian ChessellEver wonder if nonprofits actually make a profit? On this episode Saka explores the myths around the business model of nonprofits, if business skills are needed at nonprofits, if they are effective and if emotional resilience is required. Saka is accompanied by Fabian, a ex McKinsey manager and prominent figure in the non Profit sector in charge of billions of dollars as part of a non-profit foundation. *****ABOUT THE HOST: Saka is a global citizen with African origins. As part of Saka's work, he regularly mentors startups and underrepresented founders. Saka is also a public speaker...2020-05-1942 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 2 What Does It Mean To Be Financially Literate? A Conversation with Patricia LamourEver wonder how to build wealth? On this episode Saka explores the myths around income vs wealth, financial literacy, gender differences. Our special guest is Patricia Lamour MBE and founder of Aspire education group, a company dedicated to educating for wealth. *****ABOUT THE HOST: Saka is a global citizen with African origins. As part of Saka's work, he regularly mentors startups and underrepresented founders. Saka is also a public speaker, writer, and host of the podcast "Saka's is that so?" Saka graduated from the University of California at Berkeley with a Master's in Engineering...2020-05-1256 min
Saka's Is That SoEP 1 Is Entrepreneurship All Glitz & Glam? A Conversation with Ethel TambudzaiEver wonder if being an entrepreneur is all glitz and glam? In this episode Saka explores the myths around building a team, age as a factor for success, free time and a host of other related topics accompanied by Ethel Tambudzai, a tech founder in London. *****ABOUT THE HOST: Saka is a global citizen with African origins. As part of Saka's work, he regularly mentors startups and underrepresented founders. Saka is also a public speaker, writer, and host of the podcast "Saka's is that so?" Saka graduated from the University of California at Berkeley...2020-04-2741 min