Yanmo Omorogbe

Yanmo Omorogbe is a Nigerian technology entrepreneur and business executive, best known as the Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Bamboo, a digital investment platform that provides Nigerians with access to assets traded on the US stock exchange. She is recognized as a key figure driving growth and operations in the African FinTech space.Early Life and Education Yanmo Omorogbe was born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria. For her early education, she attended Grange School in Ikeja from the age of five through the end of secondary school. She subsequently moved to the United Kingdom to complete her A levels at Queenswood. Omorogbe pursued higher education at Imperial College in London, where she earned both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in Chemical Engineering.Career Progression and Achievements Prior to co-founding Bamboo, Omorogbe gained valuable experience in the financial sector. She served as an Investment Associate at the African Infrastructure Investment Managers (AIIM), focusing on infrastructure investment and finance across the continent. Her background in engineering and finance laid the groundwork for her transition into entrepreneurship. In 2019, Omorogbe co-founded Bamboo. As the COO, she has been instrumental in scaling the company’s operations and growth strategies, overseeing the development of a platform that simplifies access to global investment opportunities for African investors. Bamboo has grown into a significant player in Nigeria's FinTech ecosystem. Omorogbe is often cited as a role model and an inspiring leader for young African women in the business and finance industries.Current Status Yanmo Omorogbe currently serves as the Co-founder and COO of Bamboo, leading the company's efforts to redefine access to investment and financial literacy in Africa. She continues to be an influential voice in the African tech community.