Efosa Obano

Efosa Obano

Founder

Black Founders Network

Efosa started the Black Founders Network and African Impact Initiative, which support Black and African founders with capital, community and capacity building. He has been recognized by the UN, the Ontario Minister’s Award of Excellence, and MIPAD (Most Influential People of African Descent) for this work. He graduated from University of Toronto, and has received the Young Alumni Award for Outstanding Achievement.

Schedule


wednesday – 01:45pm Startup Stage

Time Icon 75 mins

Location Icon Meridian Hall - Lower Lobby

Rocket Pitches: Black Innovation Zone Showcase

Discover the brightest Black entrepreneurs as they take center stage in this electrifying pitch showcase! This lightning round features trailblazing early-stage founders and Black women in STEM and who are shaping the future with their innovative startups. Featuring standout ventures from Nobellum, BFN, and FBC, this is your chance to witness groundbreaking ideas that are redefining industries and empowering the next generation of diverse innovators.