Maya Horgan Famodu

Maya Horgan Famodu Maya Horgan Famodu (born March 24, 1991) is a Nigerian-American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and investor recognized for her significant contributions to the African technology ecosystem. She is the founder and Managing Partner of Ingressive Capital, a prominent venture fund focused on investing in early-stage technology startups across Africa.Early Life and Education Maya Horgan Famodu was born on March 24, 1991. She holds Nigerian and American citizenship, with a Nigerian father and an American mother. Famodu spent most of her formative years in Minnesota, United States. She pursued her higher education at Pomona College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Sciences. Additionally, she completed a Pre-law Program at Cornell University.Career Progression and Major Achievements Famodu’s career has centered on driving global investment into the African tech industry. She established Ingressive Capital, which invests in early-stage startups throughout the continent, committing to backing the new generation of African innovators. In addition to her work with Ingressive Capital, Famodu co-founded the High Growth Africa Summit in 2016, a key conference dedicated to launching successful businesses in Africa. She also co-founded Ingressive for Good (I4G) alongside her colleagues Sean Burrowes and Blessing Abeng. I4G is a non-profit organization focused on providing scholarships, technical training, and talent placement opportunities for African youth, aiming to equip them with the resources needed to build scalable businesses.Awards and Recognition Horgan Famodu has received significant recognition for her leadership and impact in the tech and finance sectors. She appeared on the Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 list in 2018 in the technology category. Her influence extended globally when she was awarded Forbes 30 Under 30 in 2021 for the United States Venture Capital category. Her work has been featured in major international publications including Forbes, TechCrunch, The Economist, Financial Times, and CNN.Current Status Maya Horgan Famodu resides in Lagos, Nigeria, where she continues her work as a venture capital fund manager, actively investing in and mentoring African technology businesses. She also maintains personal interests in motorcycling, travel, dancing, and choreography, and is involved in sports like CrossFit, having won the 2024 Nigeria Crossfit Wild West Throwdown competition with her partner, Blessing Adesiyan.