Tadeo is the Head of Projects at Prolog Projects and the Founding Managing Partner of Pro Venture Capital, a venture capital fund focused on supporting startups across the African continent. With over two decades of experience in the corporate world, Tadeo has transitioned into entrepreneurship, where he has successfully mentored numerous startups and developed accelerator programs aimed at empowering African entrepreneurs. His deep understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape in Africa, combined with his passion for mentorship, positions him as a key figure in fostering innovation and growth in the region.💡 What You’ll Learn from Tadeo's Journey: 🔸 The Importance of Team Chemistry: Tadeo emphasises that successful startups are often backed by strong, cohesive teams. He compares effective teams to marriages, highlighting that chemistry and collaboration are crucial for long-term success. 🔸 Understanding Market Needs: He stresses the significance of conducting thorough market research and understanding customer needs before launching a product, reinforcing that a business only truly exists when it has paying customers. 🔸 The Role of Mentorship: Tadeo believes that mentorship is vital for aspiring entrepreneurs, providing them with the guidance and support needed to navigate challenges and become investor-ready. 🔸 Embracing Diversity: He advocates for diversity within startup teams, as it brings varied perspectives and ideas, ultimately leading to more innovative solutions and a stronger business.You can find the link to our in-person events ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.You can follow Tadeo on ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ to learn more about his journey!🎥 Big thanks to VidOps for supporting Founders Voyage. Use code voyage at ⁠vidops.io⁠ for 10% off expert audio, video, animation, and photography services.👏 Props to the stellar crew: Nancy Nash, Daniel M. Melo, Carlos Javier Chacón Sánchez, Matthew Ray, and host Spencer Walker-Fooks. You bring this show to life.🥂 Want to support the journey? Join us on ⁠Patreon⁠ and help amplify more voices like Jacques’.#FoundersVoyage#Entrepreneurship#Podcast

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