One Million Euro Stories

Episodes

S03 / E29 - 20 November 2024

In this podcast episode of One Million Euro Stories, Iris Mettendaf speaks to the CEO and founder Oluwajimi Aikitunde of The Scath Companies (TSC).In the dynamic and rapidly evolving world of African technology, this venture capital firm is a beacon of innovation and opportunity - The Scat...

S03 / E28 - 14 August 2024

Bridging the Gap

How Shop Me Away is Revolutionizing African E-CommerceThe entrepreneurial journey of Racine Sarr is a testament to the power of perseverance and customer-centricity. In this podcast episode of One Million Euro Stories, Iris Mettendaf speaks to the CEO and founder of Shop Me Away, Ra...

S03 / E27 - 17 July 2024

Solving Financial Inclusion

In this podcast episode of One Million Euro Stories, Iris Mettendaf speaks to the Co-founder of Imali (formerly known as ImaliPay), Oluwasanmi Akinmusire. Imali has recently raised $3 million in venture capital.➡️ Imali is Africa's easy-to-deploy “1-Click” insurance checkout platform, prov...

S03 / E26 - 03 July 2024

Embracing Innovation for Tiny Miracles

➡️ Introducing HUGS+KISSES’s revolutionary baby carriers - designed to nurture a profound bond between parents and babies while providing life-saving benefits. The carriers go beyond traditional babywearing by seamlessly integ...

S03 / E25 - 19 June 2024

Financial health & raising capital

Financial health, sustainability and raising €750.000 capital“Sofie” app helps people live financially healthier lives through conscious spending choices. In this podcast episode of One Million Euro Stories, Iris Mettendaf speaks to the CEO and founder of Sofie, Astrid Bruins...

S03 / E24 - 22 May 2024

Self-validate wins and gain momentum

In this podcast episode of One Million Euro Stories, Iris Mettendaf speaks to the founder and CEO of Fire memos Octavia Goredema. Fire memos is a Techstars portfolio company.Octavia Goredema is the author of PREP, PUSH, PIVOT: Essential Career Strategies for Underrepresented Women. Her mis...

S03 / E23 - 10 April 2024

Digital Africa Ventures

Female venture capitalist of Digital Africa Ventures who invests in early-stage startups.In this podcast episode of One Million Euro Stories, Iris Mettendaf speaks to the Co-founder and General Partner of Digital Africa Ventures Nonkululeko Komanyane.Nonkululeko Komanyane is an entr...

S02 / E22 - 17 November 2023

War in Ukraine and a female founder addressing infant mortality

War in Ukraine and a female founder addressing infant mortality In this podcast episode 22 of One Million Euro Stories, Iris Mettendaf speaks to the founder of Babymoon Geta Rasciuc.World Prematurit...

S02 / E21 - 13 September 2023

A skill tech venture

In this podcast episode of One Million Euro Stories, Iris Mettendaf speaks to the founder and CEO of Workbucks Priyanka Kamath.Workbucks is a skill tech venture, which is predominantly focused on emerging technology. Priyanka Kamath says: “we have expertise in training web three from the b...

S02 / E20 - 21 June 2023

From ex- investment banker to start-up Amitruck founder

In this new podcast episode of One Million Euro Stories, Iris Mettendaf speaks to the founder and CEO of Amitruck Mark Mwangi. Amitruck has raised $5,5 million capital.Amitruck is building Africa’s digital logistic marketplace. The mission of Amitruck is to bring trust and transparency bac...

About One Million Euro Stories

Welcome to One Million Euro Stories.

Join Iris Mettendaf on One Million Euro Stories, where she delves into the inspiring journeys of female and African founders who have successfully raised over €500,000. Each episode offers deep insights into venture capital, the tech ecosystem, and the dynamics of scaling a business. Discover stories of resilience, innovation, and leadership as these entrepreneurs share their experiences in overcoming challenges and achieving remarkable success. Tune in for expert advice, motivational stories, and practical tips to navigate the startup world and drive impactful change.

Keywords: Venture Capital, Tech Startups, Female Founders, African Entrepreneurs, Innovation, Business Growth, Fundraising Success, Startup Challenges, Leadership, Entrepreneurial Journey.

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