Tayo and I go way back. Over the years, we’ve worked together through several collaborations between our companies, and recently reconnected at Stanford GSB. It was the perfect moment to sit down and record this conversation.

In this episode, Tayo shares the story of building Paga from the ground up—how he turned a bold vision into one of Nigeria’s most impactful digital finance platforms. We talk about the early days, the challenges, the wins, and what he's learned as a founder navigating growth in a complex market.

Always great catching up with Tayo—and I think you’ll really enjoy this one.

#BialekGroup #Podcast #TayoOviosu #Paga #DigitalFinance #Entrepreneurship #EmergingMarkets #StanfordGSB #Leadership #FoundersJourney

This week, we sit down with trainer and entrepreneur Mike Sell of Midwest Strength and Performance in Illinois.
We dive into the link between physical strength and business resilience, and how managing stress in the gym translates to clarity and momentum in business.

Mike shares his journey from athlete to coach, and how he helps his clients build not just muscle — but mindset.

💥 If you're an entrepreneur carrying the weight of it all, this episode is for you.

#BialekGroup #BialekReport #MikeSell #EntrepreneurHealth #StrengthTraining #BusinessAndFitness #MidwestStrengthAndPerformance #MindBodySuccess #StressAndSuccess #LeadershipWellness

Sumit Tyagi: African Fintech From a Dubai Perspective

How does Dubai view the rise of African fintech? In this episode, Sumit Tyagi shares his insights on what’s fueling growth, where the capital is flowing, and how regional hubs are collaborating across borders.

From financial infrastructure to digital innovation, it’s a conversation that bridges continents—and reveals the shared future ahead.

 Tune in now.

#BialekGroup #AfricanFintech #FintechPodcast #DubaiFinance #EmergingMarkets #DigitalFinance #CrossBorderInnovation #FintechInsights #BGRPodcast #FinancialInclusion #MiddleEastMeetsAfrica

Building African Digital Infrastructure
with Bernard Laurendeau

From connectivity to cloud, building Africa’s digital backbone is more than a tech challenge — it’s a strategic mission.

In this episode, we sit down with Bernard Laurendeau, Managing Partner at Laurendeau & Associates, to explore the realities, roadblocks, and opportunities of building digital infrastructure across the continent.

#BialekGroup #Podcast9 #AfricanInfrastructure #DigitalAfrica #TechInAfrica #EmergingMarkets #Connectivity #DigitalTransformation #BernardLaurendeau

Featuring Andrew Barden – Co-founder, The Kenyan Wall Street

From bold ideas to building one of East Africa’s most influential financial media platforms, Andrew Barden shares his journey, his mindset, and what it took to carve out space in the region’s evolving investment landscape.

Tap in to hear how curiosity, grit, and a clear vision helped shape The Kenyan Wall Street — and what’s next for one of the continent’s rising voices in finance.

#BialekGroup #Podcast8 #AndrewBarden #KenyanWallStreet #AfricanFinance #Entrepreneurship #EmergingMarkets #MediaInnovation #BialekVoices

In this episode, we’re joined by Chilufya Mutale, Co-Founder of eShandi—a trailblazing fintech company reshaping digital banking across Southern and East Africa.

Chilufya takes us through her incredible journey—from the early challenges to building a company with a bold vision:
 🌍 Revolutionizing financial access for the unbanked and underbanked
📲 Creating borderless, inclusive digital banking solutions
🤝 And staying rooted in partnership, innovation, and purpose

If you’re curious about what it takes to create meaningful tech in emerging markets—or just want to be inspired by someone who’s changing the game—this one’s for you.

#BialekGroup #eShandi #FintechAfrica #WomenInFinance #FinancialInclusion #DigitalBanking #StartupStories #AfricaTech #SocialImpact #TheBialekGroupReport #PodcastEpisode

🎙️ Podcast #6 from The Bialek Group Report is live!
This episode features Beau Jenkins, a seasoned Data Warehouse Architect, as he shares his journey into data analytics and the lessons he's learned along the way.

From practical, hands-on applications African fintechs should be exploring, to the transformative role of analytics in financial services across the continent—this is a must-listen for anyone serious about tech and finance in Africa. We also discuss what companies need to consider before bringing AI into their operations.

Learn more at www.bialekgroup.com

This episode features a powerful conversation with Robert Palmer, CEO of Tera, as we explore the intersection of emerging technologies, sustainable agriculture in East Africa, and the evolving landscape of carbon removal.

From soil regeneration to carbon markets, Robert shares practical insights and bold ideas on how innovation is shaping the future of climate resilience — and why Africa may be leading the way.

🎧 Tune in to this timely and insightful conversation.

Join us as we sit down with Steve Ciesinski—entrepreneur, advisor, board member, investor, and lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. With his wealth of experience, Steve shares an insightful and thought-provoking perspective on African fintech, its rapid evolution, and the opportunities shaping the industry. 

Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of financial technology! Listen now. 

#BialekGroupReport #Podcast #Fintech #AfricanFintech #Entrepreneurship #Investing #Stanford #Innovation

 The Bialek Group Podcast – Episode #3 is here! 

In this episode, we sit down with Serge Doh and David Dearman, pioneers in African fintech and the visionaries behind GTP, the most successful prepaid processor in the region. As one of the first fintechs to achieve large-scale success, their journey is full of insights, challenges, and game-changing innovations.

Tune in to hear how they built GTP from the ground up, navigated the evolving fintech landscape, and set the stage for the future of digital payments in Africa.