Founders and Innovators (FANDI)
A venture studio and holding company building technological solutions for housing, finance, transportation, sustainable energy, and more across Nigeria.
About FANDI Venture Studio
Founders and Innovators (FANDI) was established as a venture studio and holding company focused on building, funding, and scaling innovative technology solutions across various sectors in Nigeria. As a collective of entrepreneurs, developers, and visionaries, FANDI identified critical challenges in the Nigerian market and developed targeted solutions through its portfolio companies.
Our Mission
FANDI's mission was to empower communities across Nigeria through technological innovation. We believed in creating sustainable, scalable solutions that addressed fundamental challenges in transportation, finance, real estate, healthcare, and blockchain technology.
Portfolio Companies
Bossbus
A new age of transport solutions with integrated fleet management and travel booking platform.
NestHub
Building Nigeria's premium real estate platform connecting developers, owners, and seekers.
Blockchain Africa Summit
Conference and exhibition focused on blockchain, crypto, and Web 3.0 technologies.
Our Approach
As a venture studio, FANDI took a hands-on approach to building companies:
- Ideation & Validation: Identifying market gaps and validating solutions through research and MVP testing
- Team Building: Assembling dedicated teams with the right expertise for each venture
- Resource Allocation: Providing initial funding, technical resources, and strategic guidance
- Growth Strategy: Developing scalable business models and go-to-market strategies
- Network Access: Leveraging our network of partners, investors, and industry experts
Impact
During its active period from 2021 to 2022, FANDI helped launch and develop multiple ventures that continued to grow independently. Our portfolio companies have collectively served thousands of users across Nigeria, creating jobs and introducing innovative solutions to long-standing challenges in the Nigerian market.
Project Details
Client
Self-initiated
Role
Co-founder and Lead Product Manager
Timeline
January 2021 - November 2022
Technologies
Additional Links
Key Achievements
- Launched 5+ ventures across transportation, fintech, real estate, healthcare, and blockchain
- Created a collaborative ecosystem for Nigerian entrepreneurs and innovators
- Developed technology solutions addressing critical infrastructure gaps in Nigeria
- Established partnerships with local and international organizations