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A company isn’t just about strategy, it’s about people. Day 3 of the #MadicaImmersion began with movement and mindfulness. An early-morning team workout to reset and refocus, before diving into a People & Culture workshop led by Lisa Mikkelsen, Partner, Global Human Capital at Flourish Ventures. Lisa reminded us that culture isn't a “scale later” function. It's the foundation. For early-stage founders, this means thinking about: 👉 How your leadership style shapes your company’s values. 👉 How to hire and communicate with intention from day one. 👉 How founder wellbeing directly influences team wellbeing and performance. It was a day of reflection, grounded in a simple truth. Great cultures don’t emerge by accident. They’re designed. #MadicaImmersion #MadicaInLagos #PeopleAndCulture #FounderWellbeing #Leadership #AfricanFounders #BuildingInAfrica

Day 2 of the #MadicaImmersion flipped the lens Founders worked from Series B through exit. They built an Outcome Canvas from an investor’s POV, handled board requests (ESOPs, value creation levers), pitched aggressive scale plans, and navigated M&A scenarios on the way to a final "board” decision. Watch the Day 2 highlights to see the board room energy. Takeaways 👉 Start with the end: exit discipline clarifies today’s focus 👉 Growth that investors back = unit economics + believable sequencing + good governance hygiene (ESOPs, boards, reporting) 👉 M&A is a strategy, not a surprise. So have a view on build/partner/buy (or be bought) #MadicaImmersion #MadicaInLagos #Scale #ScaleToExit #StartupGrowth

After an action-packed first day at the #MadicaImmersion, here’s a closer look at what went down inside the #ScaleUp Simulation by Strategy Tools. Designed to mirror the full founder journey from idea to exit, the exercise challenged our founders to think beyond their current stage and plan for the next few funding rounds. Though most are at pre-seed or seed, we had them operating as if they were already scaling. Five cross-company teams were formed to push founders outside their comfort zones. CEOs became team players. CTOs led. Competition sparked instantly, but collaboration quickly took over as founders worked with peers they’d never built with before. We as the Madica team also engaged in the simulation and role-played as different actors - stepped in as evaluators and board members, reviewing artefacts, giving feedback, and stress-testing assumptions live. Key takeaways from Day 1 👉 Nail your early narrative - problem → solution → model → motion 👉 Treat investor updates as a product - clear, decision-ready, and milestone-driven 👉 Role agility matters - great founders know when to lead and when to follow #MadicaImmersion25 #MadicaInLagos #FounderOps #AfricanFounders #AfricanTechStartups #BuildingInAfrica #Scale #ScaleInAfrica

We kicked off the #MadicaImmersion with Scale Up by Strategy Tools, a high-pressure simulation designed to mirror the real founder journey. From idea to Series A. Founders formed teams, built companies from scratch, crafted business models, and pitched to a live “investment committee.” ✅ Every decision had a consequence. ✅ Every pivot mattered. ✅ Every team walked away sharper, clearer, and more aligned. It’s hands-on learning the Madica way - where founders learn by doing, challenging, and building together. 🎥 Watch the Day 1 highlights below. #MadicaImmersion #MadicaInLagos #AfricanFounders #AfricanStartups #FounderOps #BuildingInAfrica #Scale Marie-Reine Seshie, MBA Peter Ndiang'ui Chidalu Onyenso Elvis Silayo, MD, Youcef Rahmani Imade Benelallam Yousef ElSammaa Ahmad Abou Hashem Anis Fekih Wafa Dhifi Ahmed Chaari Achraf Chabbouh Salah Eddine MIMOUNI Rumbi Makanga Vishal Shah Isis Nyong'o Madison Yoeal Haile Emmanuel Adegboye Akinyi W. Ooko-Ombaka Francis Vesta (FMVA) Ons Hamza Shamsa M. Chukwuyemisi Isichei

The #MadicaImmersion isn’t just a trip -  it’s a tradition. Each year, we bring our founders together for a fully-funded, one week of learning, reflection, and connection. A chance to sharpen their craft, expand their networks, and tap into new ecosystems. This year, we’re in #Lagos, Nigeria’s beating innovation heart. A market known for its scale, speed, and bold ideas. Over the week, our founders will: 👉 Pressure-test growth and governance strategies with experts & mentors 👉 Engage with investors, peers, and ecosystem players 👉 Learn from the resilience and creativity that define Nigeria’s startup scene We’ll also be at Moonshot by TechCabal this week, come say hi! #MadicaImmersionWeek #MadicaInLagos #FounderGrowth #ScaleUp #Moonshot2025

The #MadicaImmersion is in Lagos! From October 12–16, we’re bringing our portfolio founders together in Nigeria’s buzzing innovation hub for a week of learning, collaboration and growth. Over the week, founders will get to sharpen their growth strategies, practice good governance, and deepen networks needed to succeed in Africa’s ecosystem. This year’s theme: Unlocking Growth & Scale in Complex Ecosystems. 📍This Stop: Lagos, Nigeria 🇳🇬 Want to experience what it’s like to learn experientially from thriving tech innovation hubs? Apply now at madica.vc. #MadicaImmersion #MadicaImmersion25  #AfricanTech #VC #FounderSupport #AfricanFounders #LagosTech

Madica is issuing a Call for Interest! We're looking for experienced, execution-focused consultants and service providers to join the "Madica Core Service Providers Network" under our Fundraising and Growth strategic pillars. Selected candidates will work closely with the Madica team, our mentors, and other ecosystem stakeholders to support early-stage founders through a tailored, hands-on 18-month program. Through this process, we aim to: 👉 Identify diverse, hands-on individuals or firms with real startup-building experience. 👉 Welcome, both consultants and seasoned operators, former founders, and advisors. 👉 Encourage different methodologies and support approaches that are likely to deliver the highest impact on our founders. This Call for Interest focuses on two critical areas: 🔹 Fundraising: Support founders across the full fundraising journey: pitch, materials, investor outreach, negotiation, and investor communications. 🔹 Growth: Strengthen startups across product & tech infrastructure, GTM execution, brand, sales, and team readiness. You don’t need to cover it all, just be clear on where you bring the most value. Deadline: July 01, 2025 Questions? Contact → serviceproviders@madica.vc Call for interest details and Application link in the comments. #MadicaVC #CallForServiceProviders #ServiceProviders #StartupSupport #FundraisingExperts #GrowthExecution #VCinAfrica #AfricaStartups #EarlyStageAfrica

What does it really take to build a VC fund in Africa from the ground up? Emmanuel Adegboye, shares personal reflections on the journey so far, from idea to launch to growing an 8-country portfolio and why continuous learning has been key to building both Madica and himself as a fund manager. His article offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build a fund like Madica. One focused not just on capital, but on rethinking how capital reaches the founders who need it most. His journey is a powerful reminder that great investors aren’t just built on track records, they’re shaped by curiosity, community, and a commitment to continuous learning. We’re proud to be part of this story. It’s still early days, and we’re just getting started. #Madica #AfricanStartups #EmergingFundManagers #FounderSupport #VCinAfrica

🎙️ Speaker Announcement 📣 At Madica, Emmanuel is backing founders before they’re famous—powering underrepresented and mission-driven entrepreneurs across Africa with capital, coaching, and community from day zero. With a background spanning urban innovation, tech ecosystems, and policy engagement, he brings a rare mix of grassroots experience and strategic insight. From shaping the Lagos Urban Innovation Challenge to advising on the Nigeria Startup Act, Emmanuel has long championed the people and policies shaping Africa’s startup future. Catch Emmanuel at Tech in Ghana – London Edition on June 10. #TechInGhana #Techingh25 #15thEdition #AfricaTech #StartupEcosystem #EarlyStageFounders