Bankole Cardoso

Investment Director at Factor[e] Ventures & Equator VC

Bankole Cardoso is an accomplished professional with a diverse background in finance, investment, venture building, and entrepreneurship.

He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Columbia Business School, a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Finance, Accounting, and Business/Management from Boston College, and completed his GCSE and A2 LEVELS at Rugby School.

Bankole has held key roles in various prestigious organizations, including Factor[e] Ventures, Equator, Beacon Power Services, SunFi, and DRASA Health Trust.

His experience spans across different sectors, from being the Managing Director at ENGIE Energy Access to serving as an Investment Director and a Board Observer in several companies.

Bankole Cardoso's professional journey includes roles at Quona Capital, Jumia Group, Easy Taxi, The Carlyle Group, and PwC, showcasing his expertise in investment, communications, partnerships, and market strategies.

Currently, Bankole is associated with Factor[e] Ventures as an early-stage seed investor and part of the venture building group, focusing on high-impact, technology-enabled businesses in Africa.

Throughout his career, Bankole has been instrumental in investing in 23 companies that have collectively raised over $185M, demonstrating his commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the African business landscape.