Benjamin Udokwu

Benjamin Udokwu is a dynamic ecosystem builder and venture scout, deeply invested in fostering the growth of African startups. He leads Seven24 Ventures, an initiative dedicated to training venture scouts, and actively connects high-potential African startups with investors through his roles at Kaleo Ventures and as a Venture Partner at Republic. seven24ventures+2

He is a strong proponent of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) integration within the venture capital and startup landscape. As a Managing Partner at CliMatr, he co-founded an ESG consultancy, developed ESG frameworks, and advocated for the business case of sustainable practices. His work with Inqumax Incubator further underscores his commitment to climate change-focused startups. youtube+4

Benjamin is actively involved in community and talent development within the African tech and investment sectors. He serves as Regional Director of Community for West Africa at Faith Driven Entrepreneur, and an Executive Committee Member for Events at A&A Collective, fostering connections and professional growth for emerging talent. His past role as Ecosystem Associate at CatalyzU also involved positioning African innovators for global opportunities. faithdrivenentrepreneur+4

His entrepreneurial journey includes founding GoPaxy, a retail tech software designed to address issues like cashier theft and improve retail operations. This experience showcases his practical approach to identifying market problems and developing technological solutions. zoominfo+1