Young Professionals - From Idea to Profit

Welcome to the From Idea to Profit: Mastering the Art of Building a Sustainable Business panel event!

Join us at RevTech Ventures' location for an insightful session where you'll discover the proven strategies and insider secrets to transform your entrepreneurial vision into a thriving, profitable business venture.

This event is FREE to attend.

Our distinguished panel will share their experiences, challenges, and successes in building sustainable businesses across various industries, from healthcare technology to fintech, consumer products, and beyond.

What to Expect

- Insights on identifying market opportunities and validating business ideas

- Strategies for scaling startups and attracting investment

- Tips on leveraging emerging technologies and AI in business operations

- Advice on balancing business development with personal growth

- Interactive Q&A session

- Networking opportunities with like-minded entrepreneurs and professionals

Special Feature: The 5-Minute Business Builder Challenge

Witness our panelists put their entrepreneurial skills to the test in this fast-paced, collaborative exercise where they'll build a hypothetical business from scratch in just 5 minutes!

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This event is part of DJCC's IMPACT Campaign and is seeking to raise awareness around mental health in DFW.

- when you join the Chamber with an annual membership, 1/3 of your dues go to benefit Children's Health mental health programs

- Check out our upcoming events and get a ticket because the proceeds also go to benefit Children's Health mental health programs.

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Dammie Ojetoye

Dammie is a distinguished healthcare technology professional with over a decade of experience in the industry. He has successfully led numerous technology implementations and optimizations within diverse healthcare systems, significantly enhancing patient care and operational efficiency through innovative technological solutions. Currently serving as a Senior Applications Analyst at one of the largest healthcare systems in the U.S., Dammie plays a pivotal role in driving the integration and optimization of critical healthcare technologies.

In addition to his professional pursuits, Dammie is the founder of Champagne Conversations, a dynamic and influential community designed to foster meaningful networking opportunities and collaborations among professionals from various industries. Through Champagne Conversations, Dammie has created a unique platform where thought leaders, innovators, and professionals can connect, exchange ideas, and form lasting partnerships.

Korede Fanilola

Korede is the founder of Korizon, an advisory firm that empowers entrepreneurs and business founders to navigate the early challenges of scaling their startups. He specializes in a practical operating system that focuses on vision, data, processes, and people, ensuring sustainable growth. Through Korizon, Korede helps startups become investment attractive, saving time, resources, and energy while positioning them for long-term success.

Previously, Korede co-founded Zazuu, a fintech marketplace for cross-border payment networks in Africa. Backed by venture capital, Zazuu reached a peak valuation of £20M and served over 60,000 users, significantly impacting the fintech landscape. His leadership and innovation played a crucial role in driving growth and building a scalable business model.

With a strong background in the financial and tech industries, Korede is a trusted advisor to founders and startups looking to scale effectively and secure investment.

Michael Bekindaka

Michael is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a proven track record in launching and scaling ventures across technology, SaaS, consulting, and real estate sectors. With over a decade of experience, he has demonstrated exceptional acumen in innovation and leadership.

As a strategic visionary, Michael has invested in emerging technologies and developed solutions that drive digital transformation and business growth. His expertise spans from startup incubation to enterprise-level strategy, with a focus on leveraging emerging technologies to address complex business challenges.

Currently, Michael continues to build, invest in, and advise ventures that bridge the gap between innovative ideas and market success, contributing to the global health and tech ecosystem.

Ayo Aigbe

Ayo is an innovator and operator with a background in Electrical Engineering. She invented and commercialized the world’s first patented premium customizable hanger, designed to address the issue of clothes stretching. Their product has garnered a national customer base, gone viral on Twitter, and has been featured in Fast Company, Mashable, NBC 5 Texas Today, and showcased at New York Fashion Week.

In her operations work, She has led the launch and delivery of more than four successful startup accelerator programs at top tech and consumer product accelerators. Through this work, they have empowered over 40 early-stage startups to launch new products, enter retail markets, raise capital, scale their customer base, and uncover customer insights through effective discovery.

Ayo has been recognized as a North Texas Inno Under 25 and a Texas Business Hall of Fame Scholar.

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