An award-winning peer-to-peer lending, savings, and investment platform in Nigeria, focused on bridging the gap in access to finance.
Six founders ask investors questions about venture capital and investing
Founders from various startups had the opportunity to ask investment professionals about venture capital. Questions included topics like investment thesis, support for founders, and exit strategies.
Day 1–1000: How Tunde Akin-Moses built Sycamore from his living room
Tunde Akin-Moses identified a gap in Nigeria's lending system while working in credit at a consulting firm. Sycamore was launched from Akin-Moses' living room with initial funding of around $50,000 from friends and family.
Inside Sycamore’s ambition to become a financial powerhouse
Sycamore disbursed over ₦40 billion ($27 million) in loans to over 300,000 users in six years. The co-founders faced bizarre collateral demands from potential lenders during their initial pitch.
Sycamore secures SEC licence, appoints new asset management head
Sycamore secured a fund and portfolio management license from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Oluwagbenga Magbagbeola was appointed to lead Sycamore's asset management division.
