TecHustle, Inc.

Thrilled to celebrate the launch of Crest Collective! This innovative venture promises to be a game-changer for founders, providing them with the support they need to thrive. Huge congratulations to the founders, Anne Cocquyt and Michelle Tran on this exciting milestone! I'm especially grateful for the opportunity to participate in the launch and share my own venture, TecHustle, Inc. It's these collaborative environments that foster the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Looking forward to seeing the incredible things that the team at Crest Collective will achieve!  

🏆 TecHustle has been honored with a prestigious Harvard University President's Innovation Challenge Award! 🎉 This remarkable achievement stands as a testament to our dedication to innovation and collaboration. We are immensely grateful to the Bertarelli Foundation for their generosity and support in making this recognition possible. In addition to celebrating our own achievement, we also want to acknowledge the remarkable efforts of the other finalists: Rosalino Molina, Emily W., Maeve Wang, and Dovran Amanov. Furthermore, a heartfelt congratulations to Emily W. of Beaver Health, whose groundbreaking work has been rightfully recognized with this prestigious award. Together, let us continue to push the boundaries of what is possible and create a brighter future for all. Our success in this challenge is a direct result of our participation in the Harvard Innovation Labs' LLX GEO program for Harvard alumni. From the program's inception, we embraced the wisdom of the Lab's director, Matt Segneri, who encouraged us to shift entrepreneurship from a solo endeavor to a collaborative effort. We are elated to have heeded this advice and witnessed the power of teamwork firsthand. A special acknowledgment goes to the incredible leaders of the LLX GEO program: Thara Pillai, Alexa Barry and Tanu Niwas. Their guidance and support ensured that our needs and aspirations were not only met but exceeded throughout the program. We are also deeply grateful to experts at the iLab including Peter Gladstone, Phillip Green, Julia Berman, Rebekah Emanuel, and Leo Guyshan, who generously shared their invaluable feedback and networks with us. Your contributions have been instrumental in our journey towards innovation and growth. Moreover, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to the remarkable founders whose wisdom has inspired us along the way: Milton D., Edwin Magema, Rosalino Molina, Shalen De Silva, Kingsley Ezeani, Jero Beccar, Helena Franco, Eshwar Bandi, Dean Celaj, Yuying Xie, Michael Tworek. Your experiences have enriched our own and helped shape our path forward. Last but not least, we extend our gratitude to the esteemed judges who provided invaluable feedback during our pitch: Alexa McCulloch, Jean Kovacs, Imre Eszenyi, CFA, Henry Dauphin, Diana S., Emily Green, Maria McClay and Gabi Zijderveld. Your insights have been instrumental in refining our ideas and strategies. This award is not just a recognition of our past achievements but also a reaffirmation of our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence. We look forward to continuing our journey of growth and impact, fueled by the spirit of entrepreneurship and teamwork. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of our journey and supported us along the way. Together, we will continue to push the boundaries of innovation and make a meaningful difference in the world. 🚀

Applications are now open for #BofABreakthroughLab, our #fintech accelerator program. Participants receive expert advice, mentorship and access to potential investors and providers of capital. Apply now. bit.ly/3UHg24u

A huge congratulations to the finalists in the President’s Innovation Challenge Alumni & Affiliates Open Track. These 2024 ventures are reshaping industries from healthcare to fashion, dramatically enhancing accessibility, sustainability, and technological advancement. 🦫 Beaver Health: Engaging older loved ones in stimulating, culturally responsive activities to boost cognition and quality of life. 🥬 ELISA: Transforming child nutrition in Latin America through fresh and additive-free foods for kids. 👟 IAMBIC: AI-tailored, made-to-fit footwear—making shoes size-inclusive. 💻 Neuronspike Technologies: Developing brain-inspired custom chips to help enterprises build cutting-edge proprietary generative AI systems. 📈 TecHustle, Inc.: Building Africa's largest small business network for global trade by providing financial services and market access. #PIC2024 Watch the livestream on May 1, 2024 here: https://bit.ly/44fQDC7

Our CEO to Speak at the Groundbreaking 3i Africa Summit! We're thrilled to announce that our CEO, Evita Grant, will be a speaker at the highly anticipated 3i Africa Summit! Africa's fintech sector is on the cusp of a major transformation, with projections suggesting a staggering 13x growth in revenue by 2030, reaching a value of $65 billion. This incredible potential demands crucial conversations: How do we achieve this growth, and what dialogues are essential to unlock it? The 3i Africa Summit tackles these very questions. It will be a platform to explore key opportunities, delve into how markets and companies are innovating beyond legacy systems, and identify the vital dialogues needed for inclusive and sustainable growth. Evita Grant will be at the forefront of these discussions, exploring the intersection of policy, finance, and technology for Africa's future. The 3i Africa Summit promises to be a groundbreaking event, and we're proud to be a part of it! #3iAfrica #FintechAfrica #SustainableGrowth #Investment #Africa #Sustainability #EconomicTransformation

Huge congratulations to the Board Chairman of TecHustle Ghana Ltd, Professsor Kwaku Appiah-Adu! We're thrilled to announce that Prof. Appiah-Adu has been awarded the prestigious "Outstanding Public Sector Personality of the Year" at the 2024 Ghana Entrepreneur and Corporate Executive Awards. Prof. Appiah-Adu's leadership and dedication to Ghana's development are truly inspiring. His influence spans academia, government, and the private sector, making him a driving force for positive change. We're honored to have him on our board and proud to celebrate his well-deserved recognition! #Ghana #PublicSector #Leadership #Award #Congratulations #PublicService

TecHustle Named Finalist in the Harvard University President's Innovation Challenge! We're incredibly honored to announce that TecHustle has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious Harvard University President's Innovation Challenge by Harvard Innovation Labs! This esteemed competition recognizes groundbreaking ideas that address critical global challenges. Being chosen as a finalist is a tremendous validation of TecHustle's mission to be Africa's Trade Engine by providing financial services and market access to Africa's largest small business network. The competition has been an incredible journey of learning and growth. We're excited to showcase TecHustle's potential to a distinguished panel of judges and fellow innovators. Wish us luck! #HarvardUniversity #PresidentsInnovationChallenge #PIC2024 #Finalist #TechForGood #TecHustle #AFiPayments

📢 Proud Announcement: TecHustle Graduates from Bank of America Breakthrough Lab! 🎓 TecHustle is thrilled to announce that our founder, Evita Grant, has successfully completed the Bank of America Breakthrough Lab program! This prestigious initiative empowers underrepresented founders building cutting-edge tech ventures. Evita Grant gained invaluable insights and resources through the program, including: - Mastering energy management, storytelling, and negotiation with Steve Aguirre, CFA. - Demystifying the investor perspective with Backstage Capital, Precursor Ventures & Zeal Capital Partners. - Learning from and drawing inspiration from fellow founders like Ola Oyetayo, Fatima Dicko, Carlos R. Vega, and Diego Oppenheimer. - Implementing revenue growth strategies with GrowthX. - Safeguarding the business with legal guidance from Latham & Watkins. - Crafting a powerful brand identity with DBC. - Securing a spotlight in the San Francisco Business Times: https://lnkd.in/gJAHP5zV The Breakthrough Lab provided TecHustle with an exceptional environment for growth and development. The program's resources and mentorship were instrumental in propelling us forward. A heartfelt thank you to the incredible BTL team who made this program possible: Rina Arline, Linda Haddad, Natalie Floyd, Eveanandi B., and Jessica Greene. Your tireless dedication empowers countless founders. Special thanks to my invaluable mentors: Daniel Stanton, Sebastian Sintes, Paddy Ramanathan, and Simeon Iheagwam. Your guidance and expertise were instrumental in shaping TecHustle's vision. Incredibly grateful for the supportive community of founders within the program: Chama Capital, ForOurLastNames, Inspirame, Kaoshi Network, KidVestors®, Kura (Techstars Payments '24), Need2Say, ShapYa, Share.Farm, Inc, Shur, Truffle Health, Nippy, Guaraná Bank, Sommos, Wupo, CloudBankin, Sampatti Card, WhatsLoan NeoLending Platform, FinanceGPT Labs, Lukango, Millicent Labs, Social Blox, Snappay. We continue to inspire and uplift each other on this entrepreneurial journey. #BankofAmericaBreakthroughLab #DiversityInTech #Entrepreneur #ThankYou