Opeyemi Awoyemi

Opeyemi is a visionary entrepreneur and investor committed to driving Africa’s prosperity through technology. As the leader of Fast Forward, a venture studio and early-stage fund, Opeyemi builds and backs innovative companies addressing critical challenges across industries. His focus lies in nurturing high-impact startups that leverage technology to create scalable and sustainable solutions.

Opeyemi’s portfolio includes a diverse array of transformative companies, such as AltSchool (TalentQL), Dojah, Bumpa, Pesa, Autogon, Alliance Chemicals, Caregave Health, Cloudmall, Chimoney, Cribstock, Clickafix, LifeBox Health, Sendchamp (acquired by WhoGoHost), Ola.CV, and Rivia Health. These ventures span sectors including education, fintech, e-commerce, healthcare, and more—demonstrating his strategic foresight and commitment to fostering innovation.

With a deep understanding of Africa's unique challenges and opportunities, Opeyemi combines entrepreneurial acumen with a passion for building businesses that empower communities, create jobs, and fuel economic growth.