Thelma Ekiyor

Thelma Arimiebi Ekiyor is a social entrepreneur and impact investor who has served in authoritative positions within many organizations. Ekiyor has focused primarily on investing in women Entrepreneurs. She started her career supporting women in peacebuilding and empowering women and youth through financial independence and educational access. She has experience with projects in over 22 African countries. Ekiyor worked in post-conflict countries like Liberia with the peace activist Leymah Gbowee.

Quotes

• In 5 years I believe that we will be showcasing a lot of lucrative innovations that were created by Africans for Africa.
  • [1] Thelma Ekiyor speaks on African innovation.
• We have a strategic role to play in breaking that financial and growth ceiling.
  • [2] Thelma Ekiyor talking about female entrepreneurs
• Start wherever you are and just do your little bit and that little will match up with somebody else little bit. Before you know it we have a wide level of impact.
  • [3] Thelma Ekiyor talking about philanthropy
• we will get more funding and financing if we collaborate because we will prove that Africa is the place where people should invest.
  • [4]Thelma Ekiyor talking about philanthropy
• So many people struggle with where do I start from even when they want to make a difference.
  • [5]Thelma Ekiyor talking about philanthropy
• Women are way ahead of men in terms of wanting to be social change makers.
  • [6]Thelma Ekiyor talking about philanthropy
• If your voice is not part of shaping what black philanthropy is, we will be impacted by what other people develop.
  • [7]Thelma Ekiyor talking about philanthropy