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In this episode of the Doers Defined Podcast, we sit down with Perry Boyle, an extraordinary leader whose journey spans decades of influence in finance, philanthropy, and social impact. A financial powerhouse who personally raised $3 billion to launch the U.S. hedge fund Point72, working alongside the legendary Steve Cohen, owner of the New York Mets. Perry has left a remarkable legacy in investment banking, hedge funds, and as the founder of MITS Capital, an international defense venture capital firm and accelerator.
But Perry’s story is about more than just financial success. As Chairman of The BOMA Project for six years, Perry has helped women, youth, and displaced persons in Africa’s drylands escape extreme poverty and adapt to climate challenges. His work embodies the belief that purpose and profit can coexist.
In our candid conversation, we explore:
✅ Resilience and Independence: How Perry’s unusual upbringing taught him responsibility and independence from an early age.
✅ Fundraising Mastery: Insights into how Perry raised billions of dollars in capital and the traits that make him a fundraising powerhouse.
✅ Navigating Ethical Challenges: Lessons learned during his time at SAC Capital and insights on leading with integrity.
✅ Empowerment in Africa: Perry’s work with The BOMA Project and what it has taught him about sustainable development and poverty alleviation.
✅ Shaping the Future: The inspiration behind MITS Capital and its mission to connect NATO and U.S. with Ukraine’s defense innovations.
It was truly an honor to host one of the smartest minds and most inspiring leaders.
🎧 Tune in to hear Perry’s reflections on leadership, ethics, and legacy, and learn how he’s redefining success by leaving a lasting impact.
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In this episode of Doers Defined, we’re joined by Rosanne Whalley, CEO of AHL Ventures and a trailblazer in African private equity and venture capital. With over 15 years of experience, Rosanne shares her journey leading one of Africa’s most impactful family offices, driving investments that tackle social and environmental challenges at scale.
The conversation delves into the intricacies of family office management, showcasing how AHL Ventures, founded by the Adolf H. Lundin Charitable Foundation, has evolved into an evergreen fund with over USD $100 million in assets under management.🌍 Highlights from the conversation:
✅ Demystifying family offices—what they are and their role in Africa’s investment landscape.
✅ How Rosanne aligns financial goals with meaningful impact.
✅ The investment philosophies that power AHL Ventures evergreen fund.
✅ Emerging trends shaping the future of family office management.
✅ Actionable insights for making family office models accessible to more Africans.
Whether you’re curious about the dynamics of family offices or seeking inspiration to drive impactful investments, this episode is packed with wisdom from one of Africa’s foremost leaders in sustainable finance.
🎙️Tune in to learn how Rosanne is transforming lives and industries across Africa.
🔗 Connect with Rosanne Whalley
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosanne-whalley-57067833/
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In this episode, we sit with Kanini Mutooni, a powerhouse in the world of venture philanthropy and impact investing. As Regional Managing Director, Africa, at Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, Kanini has been a driving force behind empowering early-stage entrepreneurs creating meaningful global impact.
With leadership roles spanning organizations like Vodacom Tanzania, FSD Africa, Mastercard Foundation Growth Fund, Global Innovation Fund, Toniic and more, Kanini brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective on Africa’s immense investment potential.
In this episode, Kanini dives into:
✅ The art of fundraising in challenging environments.
✅ What sets Africa apart as an investment destination.
✅ Common misconceptions international investors have about the continent.
✅ How to balance financial returns with social impact.
✅ Insider advice for new investors exploring Africa.🎙️ Tune in for invaluable lessons, bold ideas, and practical tips from one of Africa’s leading voices in investment. This is the episode that could redefine how you see opportunity in Africa!
🔗Connect with Kanini Mutooni
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaninimutooni/#DoersDefined #ImpactInvesting #KaniniMutooni #Podcast #SocialImpact
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In this episode, we sit down with Romain Diaz, founder and general partner at Satgana, a venture capital firm dedicated to sustainable and climate-driven innovation. Romain discusses Satgana's mission to show that investing in the planet can deliver both financial and social gains. Building Satgana’s €8 million fund was a challenging journey that required a strong team and unwavering commitment, but Romain emphasizes the importance of trust and integrity, reflecting his philosophy: “Do what you say, say what you do.”
Romain shares insights into the specific challenges faced by African founders, Satgana’s unique approach to sourcing investments, and the essential qualities he looks for in resilient founders. He highlights the need for startups to focus on customer impact over VC attention, as well as the importance of creating clearer exit pathways in Africa’s market. For Romain, climate tech is not only about reducing carbon but also preserving biodiversity, minimizing plastic waste, and enabling climate adaptation. Through Satgana, he aims to drive change with a founder-first approach that balances competition with kindness—proving that a sustainable future is both possible and profitable.
Connect more with Romain Diaz
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/romaindiaz/
Satgana: https://www.satgana.com
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Jo Opot is a visionary capital allocator and founding director of Gather Ventures, a gender and climate smart fund focused on investing in ventures that both create climate resilience and drive asset creation for women and girls in Africa.
She is dedicated to reshaping the landscape of investment by empowering women and fostering gender equity in business. With a steadfast commitment to uplifting female entrepreneurs, Jo channels her expertise and resources into ventures that elevate women's voices, promote diversity, and drive inclusive growth. She is passionate about breaking down the barriers women face in accessing capital, believing that diverse leadership is key to driving innovation and lasting success. Her work not only creates opportunities but also serves as an inspiring example of how strategic investments can ignite meaningful social change.
In this episode of the Doers Defined Podcast, Elsie Mbugua speaks with Jo Opot on;
· the privilege of running a venture fund committed to gender and climate
· the role of impact investing in emerging market ecosystems
· issues that make it difficult for women to access capital
· metrics she uses to determine investability
· where she looks for founders to invest in
Listen to the full episode and tap into the wisdom of a female capital allocator with a unique lens and understanding of African cultural contexts that play a role in capital allocation. #BeInspired
Connect with Jo Opot
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-opot/
Gather Ventures: https://www.gatherventures.org/team -
In this episode, Ken Njoroge, the dynamic force behind Cellulant and founder of boutique investment firm PANI, unlocks the secrets of his success in the tech world. His brainchild, Cellulant, has evolved into a global payments powerhouse, reshaping digital transactions across 35 countries in Africa.
In this episode of the Doers Defined Podcast, Elsie Mbugua speaks with Ken about his inspiring journey as an entrepreneur, the critical elements of success in fundraising, his style of leadership in moments of crisis, his advice to budding entrepreneurs looking to build a sustainable and leading business in Africa and the importance of African capital to catalyze the African tech ecosystem.
Listen to the full episode and tap into the wisdom of an entrepreneur who has been there, done it and succeeded against all odds.
Ken is now inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs. #BeInspired
Connect with Ken Njoroge:
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In this episode, our guest is Nana Afoah Appiah-Korang who is one of the top female capital allocators on the African Continent. She has been a senior private equity executive in Africa for more than two decades and ran the Emerging Capital Partners (ECP) business in Nigeria for almost a decade. She has executed and exited transactions with a total value of USD ~500 million in agribusiness, financial services (insurance and banks), oil and gas primarily in West Africa. She is also the co-founder of a Nigeria based ready to eat manufacturing business, Amayi Foods.
Nana shares insights on some of the challenges of deploying private equity capital in Africa, what investors are looking for and the inherent challenges faced by female entrepreneurs trying to access capital. She also walks us through the challenges and opportunties of unlocking Nigeria’s manufacturing potential.
Nana is a connector with a generosity of spirit and a powerhouse to know in Africa.
Enjoy the episode.
Connect with Nana Afoah Appiah-Korang:
Web: https://amayifoods.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amayifoods_ng/
LinkedIn: https://ng.linkedin.com/company/amayi
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On this episode, @doersdefinedpodcast features Linda Mabhena-Olagunju, a pioneer in the renewable energy sector, an advocate for women, and the founder and CEO of DLO Energy Resources Group (Pty) Ltd.
We explore how a black woman who grew up in apartheid South Africa becomes an energy entrepreneur and goes on to own one of Africa’s largest wind farms. We share ideas on what it takes to lead and build teams. We discuss the scarcity of early-stage capital for renewable energy. We highlight the need to safeguard our resources on the African Continent, so the world does not continue to decarbonize off the back of Africa. Linda also shares with us individuals who inspire her and the inside scoop on what she is currently reading.
Enjoy the episode.
Connect with Linda Mabhena-Olagunju
Web: https://www.lindamabhena-olagunju.com/
Web: https://www.dloenergygroup.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FifiPeters70
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindamabhena_olagunju/?hl=en
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-mabhena-olagunju-30a9a0b/
X: https://twitter.com/linda_mabhena?lang=en
