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 Africa

If 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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