In this episode, we have a conversation with Rodney Carew. He is the Head of Open Capital Advisors Zambia. They are a financial consulting firm unleashing the entrepreneurial talent in Zambia by enabling startups to become investment ready as well as guiding investors on how to inject their capital. We talked about his upbringing and the challenges and joys he has had getting to where he is now. It was a very thoughtful episode so I hope you enjoy it.
Time Stamps:
2m40s - Childhood
6m48s - University Experience in The US
28m35s - Fraternity Experience
40m30s- Why he returned to Africa
48m50s - What he currently does
51m18s - Vision of Open Capital Advisors
1h12m30s - Startups to look out for in the future (Mcopa - Kenya, Phoenix - Zambia)
1h 23m48s - How do you find work-life harmony
1h26m30s - Imposter Syndrome
1h 32m51s - Advice to young problem solvers
1h37m02s - Most beautiful, enjoyable experience in AfricaIf you want to learn more about Rodney and his work:
here's his Twitter: https://twitter.com/rcarew
his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodneycarew/
his series on startup readiness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rxly0bcf1Cw
A recent report he worked with some colleagues on the tremendous impact social enterprises will have on creating new jobs in continental Africa:
https://www.siemens-stiftung.org/en/media/news/according-to-a-new-siemens-stiftung-study-social-enterprises-are-expected-to-create-much-needed-jobs-in-africa/
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