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Etiemana Idaresit
Co-Founder, Executive Director-Africa at Leadwood
Etiemana Idaresit is a seasoned professional specializing in growing investments in Sub-Saharan Africa, with a focus on French-speaking Africa. He excels in identifying new business opportunities, negotiating and executing transactions, finance management, project planning, strategy implementation, import/export operations, and conflict resolution. In addition, he possesses expertise in international trade.
Etiemana holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Finance and Financial Management Services from the Paris School of Business and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting from the University of Calabar. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in finance and accounting practices.
Throughout his career, Etiemana Idaresit has held key positions in various organizations, showcasing his diverse skill set and valuable experience. He is the Co-Founder of Leadwood and has previously served as a Startup Mentor at LEAP Africa, Co-Founder at Pure River, Startup Mentor at EsusuAfrica, Founder of LoanScore, Mentor at FasterCapital, Principal- Corporate Development and Investments at SHIELD Capital, Startup Mentor at Oncopadi, Executive Director at The Brighter Future Project, Investment Project Manager at Ingressive Capital, Strategy and Business Development Manager at Daydah Concepts Limited, Sales Executive at DSV - Global Transport and Logistics, Head of Admin and Logistics at Venture Garden Group, Strategic Finance and Technical Consultant at Venture Garden Group, Business Development Strategist at REQIT Ltd. (LinkedIn EMEA Partner), and Strategy Business Development at REQIT Ltd. (LinkedIn EMEA Partner).
Etiemana Idaresit's professional journey reflects his commitment to driving growth and fostering entrepreneurship across different sectors. His profound quote "You've got to give a little more than you take" encapsulates his philosophy on success and leadership, emphasizing the importance of reciprocity and value creation in business and personal interactions.
With his exceptional background in finance, management, strategic planning, and business development, Etiemana Idaresit continues to make significant contributions to the business landscape in Sub-Saharan Africa. His expertise in agile methods and his dedication to creating opportunities for growth make him a sought-after professional in the field.