Grounded insight on building and investing in African businesses

Lola brings the perspective of an entrepreneur, investor, operator and board leader to conversations about business, technology, leadership and Africa’s economic future.

Lola Masha speaking on a conference panel

Speaking Overview

Lola Masha in conversation on stage

Lola speaks to audiences seeking practical insight rather than abstract theory.

Her sessions draw on experience building companies, supporting early-stage founders, leading complex operations, scaling technology platforms and serving on boards across several industries.

She is available for:

  • Keynote addresses
  • Conference panels
  • Executive roundtables
  • Fireside conversations
  • Corporate leadership sessions
  • Investor and founder events
  • Media interviews
  • Podcast appearances
  • University and business school engagements

Speaking Topics

  • What founders must understand about markets, teams, operations, financing and execution when building ambitious companies across African markets.

  • How investors assess founders, markets, business models, traction, judgement and the potential to build enduring companies.

  • Lessons from leading growth, operations and products across technology, mobility, agriculture and digital marketplaces.

  • How leaders can build capable teams, make difficult decisions and create systems that support performance through change.

  • How entrepreneurship, investment and context-specific innovation can unlock new opportunities across the continent.

  • How companies can achieve commercial performance while improving livelihoods, access and economic participation.

  • How founders and executives can strengthen decision-making, accountability and long-term resilience as companies grow.

Previous Engagements

Lola has spoken at and contributed to events including:

  • African Tech Executive Conference
  • Society for Corporate Governance
  • EDFI Conference in Brussels
  • Founder and investor events
  • Corporate leadership forums
  • Technology and entrepreneurship conferences

Media Features

Lola has appeared in and contributed to media and industry platforms including:

  • TechCabal Headlines
  • NewsCentral
  • TechCabal industry reports
  • Periscope
  • African business and technology publications

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