Semicolon Ventures

Semicolon Ventures is a venture builder for early-stage founders developing the next unicorn startups.

[Semicolon Ventures @semicolonven]

In an interview with Wole Shojobi, Director at Semicolon Ventures, he shared his views about venture building in Africa, its importance to the startup ecosystem, and how venture builders ensure more startups succeed.

https://t.co/ZkD46DGcgJ

#startups #africa #venturebuilding

[Semicolon @semicolonafrica]

Did someone say community hangout? 💃🏾

Join Grace Ayibowu (HR Lead at SeamlessHR) and two of our Ancestors, Kelvin & Adeola, as they discuss how to position yourself for software engineering roles in a competitive market.

See you at the Village.

#SemicolonAfrica

[Semicolon @semicolonafrica]

Our speakers: Chima Ezeirunne, Co-Founder @onhovahq; Joy Udom, Founder @GadaHealth; Eme Lekwa, Co-Founder @civilyhq; & Tega Isiboge, Co-Founder @Roadpadi

🗓 Saturday 22nd April 2023
🕗 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Set a reminder 👇
https://t.co/kCOHvwEQ3Z

[Semicolon Ventures @semicolonven]

Wishing you and yours a blessed and prosperous celebration. May peace and happiness never depart from your family. Eid El-Fitr 🌙

[Semicolon @semicolonafrica]

Join us this Saturday as we celebrate World Creativity and Innovation Day.

We will be hosting 4 tech founders in different sectors: Health tech, Civic tech, Transportation, and E-commerce sectors talk about how they innovate to solve African challenges.

[Onhova @onhovaHQ]

Don't worry about closing time when you have an online store.

Your business stays up 24/7, even when you're catching Z's. 😴 The party never stops! 🎉💰

#onlinestore #ecommerce

[Semicolon Ventures @semicolonven]

As we celebrate Easter, we are reminded of the ultimate sacrifice for eternal life.

May the hope and renewal of Jesus' resurrection guide us as we embark on our paths, ready to overcome obstacles and reach our fullest potential.

Happy Easter!

[Semicolon Ventures @semicolonven]

Ask for introductions

Just because a VC says "NO" does not mean they cannot introduce you to others in their network. Sometimes, your startup idea does not align with theirs, and they know other funds with a more strategic fit.

[Semicolon Ventures @semicolonven]

Fundraising for your startup or idea can be brutal. It is often stressful because you seek buy-ins from investors for your startup or idea. What happens when it does not go as planned?

How do you respond to VCs after a failed pitch?

[Semicolon Ventures @semicolonven]

Ask for feedback

Understanding the reason for the NO is a great way to grow. It helps you identify what went wrong and possible growth areas - personally and business-wise.

[Semicolon @semicolonafrica]

Happy birthday to the Chief Errand Boy of the Village.

Thank you for being an exemplary leader because there are not many who walk the talk like you do.

To Talent & Innovation, Chief. 🥂

[Semicolon Ventures @semicolonven]

Funding is only one of many resources that guarantee success for your startup.

Swipe to read other resources early-stage startup founders need to scale and grow their businesses.

#startupgrowth #semicolonventures

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Dear startup founder,

[Andrew Gazdecki @agazdecki]

Please stop waiting and launch your startup's MVP so you can get feedback from potential customers that you need to hear.

[Semicolon @semicolonafrica]

#AncestorSpotlight, Peter shares his growth journey from a Semicolon Native (cohort 6) to becoming a Software Engineer at Seerbit - his banker to tech transition, working at Seerbit, & how Semicolon shaped his growth.

[Semicolon Ventures @semicolonven]

#startuplife Tag a startup founder you know. 🫡

[Semicolon Ventures @semicolonven]

Learning how to pitch your ideas to investors is a crucial skill every early-stage founder must horn. Swipe through for some tips to nail your next pitch.

*No 7 is a must for every startup founder *

#semicolonventures #venturebuilder #founderlife #startuplife #pitchdeck

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Dear Founder,

"Don't put a ceiling on yourself," - Oprah Winfrey. Remember, there's no limit to what you can achieve!

#NewWeek #FoundersLife #Startuplife

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Hey, Startup Founder.

The weekend is here, and it's the best time to think of ways to develop yourself. 👍🏾

Share the reminder with your network to spread the word.

#Startupfounders #PersonalGrowth #founder #startup

[Riby HQ @riby_hq]

@semicolonven @aboloresalami @aboloresalami sessions are always insightful and entertaining. We hope you guys learnt a lot from his wealth of experience. See you at the top.