Uzoma Ayogu

Writing the real African growth story.

Uzoma Bailey Ayogu is a Nigerian entrepreneur and technology leader who co-founded Releaf, a climate tech startup focused on improving the agricultural supply chain in Africa. As the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Releaf, he is working to enable and accelerate Africa's industrialization, which he considers the biggest impact and economic opportunity of the 21st century.1

Education and Early Career

Ayogu graduated from Duke University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. During his time at Duke, he demonstrated leadership skills by serving as:

Class president
President of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity chapter
Member of Duke University's Board of Trustees for three years (2017-2020)1

Releaf

In 2017, Ayogu co-founded Releaf, a company that uses supply chain technology to provide African Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) companies with cheaper ingredients. The company's initial focus is on the Nigerian vegetable oil industry.1 Releaf has gained support from notable investors and accelerators, including:

Y Combinator (Winter 2019 batch)
Samurai Incubate
Future Africa1

Other Roles and Achievements

Beyond his work at Releaf, Uzoma Bailey Ayogu has taken on additional roles that showcase his commitment to entrepreneurship and leadership:

Fellow at Harambeans (2020-present)
Career Preparation Fellow at Management Leadership for Tomorrow (2015-2016)1

Ayogu's LinkedIn profile describes him as "Writing the real African growth story," highlighting his dedication to driving economic development and technological innovation in Africa.1