How do you secure funding, grow your business, and navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship? In this episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast, host Mo' sits down with Ejemen Roluga, a global business leader, strategic finance expert, and managing partner at Grovane Advisory Partners.
With over 15 years of experience and $50M+ in transactions, Ejemen shares powerful insights on:
💰 How to secure funding and attract investor confidence
📊 Why a strong business model matters more than money
👩🏽💼 The unique challenges women face in finance & business
💡 Balancing career, family, and personal growth
🔥 Leadership, personal finance, and the mindset for success
Whether you're an entrepreneur, founder, or someone interested in finance, this episode is packed with valuable strategies and real-life lessons to help you build a thriving business and career.
🎧 Listen and Watch now, and let me know your biggest takeaway in the comments!
00:00 - Introduction to The Hungry Creative Podcast
02:14 - Ejemen’s journey into finance & investment banking
04:48 - Challenges of working in investment banking
08:51 - Simplifying funding for businesses
11:55 - Why securing funding is so difficult
16:51 - The importance of funding for SMEs & startups
19:51 - Debunking funding myths entrepreneurs believe
25:05 - How to navigate trust issues in investment & funding
29:46 - The struggles of women in finance & business
36:58 - How to balance career, family, and personal growth
43:58 - Overcoming career challenges & finding motivation
48:37 - Why entrepreneurs chase multiple ventures
52:55 - The power of optimism in business & leadership
58:22 - Personal finance insights every entrepreneur needs
01:05:22 - Leadership, humanity, and building a legacy
💡 Key Takeaways from This Episode:
✔️ Funding doesn’t fix a broken business—your model matters!
✔️ Curiosity & continuous learning open doors in finance & entrepreneurship.
✔️ Networking & trust-building are essential for attracting investors.
✔️ Balancing work and personal life takes strategy & support.
✔️ Optimism, resilience, and self-discovery are keys to long-term success.
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