Cedric Osagie

Cedric Osagie is a proactive entrepreneur with a demonstrated ability to identify market needs and build innovative solutions. His co-founding of thirdspace, a social networking app aimed at fostering genuine in-person connections among university students, directly addresses a contemporary issue of social media's isolating effects. The app, which uses AI-generated profiles and launched in early 2025, reflects his commitment to leveraging technology for positive social impact. charlatan+1

His entrepreneurial drive extends to the Web3 space, where he co-founded AfroPunkNFT, a pioneering project on the Ethereum blockchain celebrating African culture. This venture's success, including its acceptance into Randi Zuckerberg's Web 3 accelerator and an estimated $15,000 in revenue in its first month, highlights his early adoption of emerging technologies and his passion for cultural representation. carleton+2

Cedric possesses strong corporate leadership potential, evidenced by his selection as 'CEO for One Month' at The Adecco Group Canada. In this role, he not only shadowed senior executives but also initiated and developed the 'Adecco Ignite' High Potential program, which was later adopted company-wide. His global recognition as a Top 5 Finalist in this prestigious program underscores his strategic thinking and ability to contribute significantly to a Fortune Global 500 organization. carleton+3

A graduate of the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University with a BCom in Marketing and a minor in Economics, Cedric has been deeply involved in student-led initiatives. His roles as Equity Analyst, Marketing Analyst, and Intern at the Sprott Student Investment Fund, along with his participation in the Rotterdam-Carleton International Case Competition and as an Operations Coordinator for the Carleton Innovation Hub, demonstrate a well-rounded academic and practical experience in business and finance. carleton+2