Stears is Africa’s most comprehensive financial data and research provider, offering subscription-based data and insights tailored for global funds and corporates investing in Africa. Founded at the London School of Economics, the company differentiates itself by providing deep insights and context based on local market knowledge and on-the-ground research. Stears empowers clients, including private equity firms and investment banks, to evaluate investment opportunities, identify macro trends, and conduct market analysis. With a strong focus on customer obsession and high standards, Stears is positioned as a trusted partner for businesses navigating the African market.
Chatdesk is a customer engagement platform that specializes in providing 1:1 customer support for ecommerce brands. By leveraging a network of local brand experts and advanced AI technology, Chatdesk helps companies enhance their customer interactions across various channels including social media, email, and SMS. Their unique BrandScript technology ensures that responses align with clients' brand voice, resulting in significantly higher conversion rates and customer satisfaction scores. With a focus on personalized support, Chatdesk aims to help brands maximize their marketing efficiency and achieve their revenue goals despite increasing competition and market challenges.
Esusu is a financial technology platform founded in 2018 that aims to dismantle barriers to housing for working families by helping individuals build their credit scores through rent reporting. The platform targets the 45 million Americans who are credit invisible, providing them with tools to improve their financial identity and stability. Esusu differentiates itself by leveraging data to bridge the racial wealth gap, offering services like financial coaching, credit education, and a marketplace for financial products. With over 107,000 credit scores established and an average credit score increase of 46 points for users, Esusu is positioned as a leader in the fintech space focused on social impact and financial inclusion.
Pachama harnesses satellite data and AI to empower companies to invest in nature confidently. They provide tools for companies to support high-quality carbon projects and earn income through restoring nature. Their technology enables ongoing visibility into project impacts, rigorous carbon accounting, and ecological design. With a mission to restore nature at climate scale, Pachama has helped fund projects that restored over 10K hectares and conserved more than 2M hectares of native forest, equipping Fortune 500 companies with insights to invest in nature. They aim to catalyze a new generation of nature-based carbon projects, helping carbon markets evolve.
Nestcoin is a web3 application company that builds, operates, and invests in crypto-native products, aiming to make modern finance borderless, trustless, and delightful. With a focus on innovative financial solutions, Nestcoin differentiates itself through its commitment to enhancing user experience in the crypto space. The company is positioned to capture a significant share of the growing web3 market, leveraging its unique product offerings and strategic investments to drive traction and scale.
Our mission is to solve customer experience. More than 1,000 ecommerce brands use Remarkable AI to grow with automated 1:1 messages that make shoppers feel known. Our platform connects with your existing tech stack to generate and deliver personalized messages across email, social, and SMS.
So Lo Funds, Inc. is a financial technology company that provides a community-driven platform for lending and borrowing. Members can lend to each other to make an impact or earn returns, while borrowers can set their own terms without the burden of high fees or compound interest. The company differentiates itself by focusing on transparency, simplicity, and support for underserved communities, with 82% of its members coming from these areas. With over 1.4 million disbursements and a funding time of just 20 minutes, So Lo Funds has established a strong market position as a reliable alternative to traditional financial services, aiming to empower individuals towards financial autonomy.
