Float's Journey to Raising R200 Million

Jul 16, 3:00 – 5:00 PM (UTC)

Johannesburg

Join us for a free virtual event that will feature two founders 1) Alex Forsyth-Thompson as we discuss their journey to raising R200 Million for their startup and 2) Jackson Dyora, Co-founder & CTO of KHULA!, an award winning agri-tech business.

Virtual event
Fireside Chat

About this event

[FREE VIRTUAL EVENT] Join us for a Fireside Chat with Alex Forsyth-Thompson, CFA, CFP® and Jackson Dyora!

Alex, Founder & CEO of Float- One of SA's leading Buy Now Pay Later platforms and Jackson, Co-founder & CTO of KHULA!- a multi-award winning agri-tech business, will share their inspiring entrepreneurial journeys and insights.

We will learn how Alex managed to fund-raise US $10.6 Million (R200 Million) and hear the incredible story of the multi-award-winning Khula! from the Wits Alumni Jackson.

The event is in collaboration with the Wits University Entrepreneurship Centre. It will take place at the Wits University E-Hub but due to limited seating, will be streamed live

Event Details:

  • Date: 16 July 2024
  • Time: 5 PM for 5:30 PM
  • RSVP: Click here


Thank you to our partners: Peach Payments & Akha Ventures

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Organizers

  • Samuel Ngobeni

    Fottis Finance

    Chapter Director

  • Brian Mlambo

    Akha Ventures

    Ecosystem Builder

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