Who We Are
We are a Pan-African business advisory firm specialized in facilitating access to capital, promoting international trade and investments especially for African-based, tech-enabled startups and Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs). We also serve as enablers and commercial brokers for a number of clients, including but not limited, to startup founders, business owners, investors such as Angels, Venture Capital (VC) and Private Equity (PE) firms, Donor organizations and Developmental Financial Institutions (DFIs).
Our 8 Pillars for Business Growth
Due Diligence (Legal & Commercial)
We conduct independent Due Diligence (also commonly referred to as “DD”) services tailored to the specific needs of our clients.
Regulatory Compliance
Regulation presents a substantial cost factor for businesses across various sectors in Africa, with rapid technological advancements.
Financial Advisory
Our financial advisory services are tailored to the needs of the client and our dedicated team that understands the unique challenges.
Investment Support (Pre & Post)
Our Investment Support services is designed to empower individuals and businesses to navigate the complex landscape of African investment.
Fundraising
PBS harnesses its local expertise, knowledge, and extensive networks to identify the most promising startups.
Startup Advisory
Startup advisory entails offering guidance, support and strategic direction to early-stage businesses.
Transaction Advisory
Our Transaction Advisory Services offer independent support throughout the “Transaction Lifecycle”.
Investment Readiness
Preparing your business for investment is about ensuring that every aspect of your operation is polished to attract the right investors.
Our Team
Our Mission
We exist to create more sustainable African businesses through entrepreneurial support.
Our Vision
To democratize access to capital and essential business support services for African businesses.
Banji Ajilore
Managing Partner
Serves as the Managing Partner for the firm. An experienced Business Advisor with over 15+ years of Contracting/Commercial, international procurement, and Advisory. He is a trained legal professional, Certified Management Consultant (CMC) and Angel Investor. He has garnered international working experiences in various sectors. A bachelor’s degree in law from Nigeria and a Master’s degree in International Commercial Law from the University of Aberdeen, Scotland, UK. Also obtained a certificate in Entrepreneurship Essentials from Harvard Business School. A supporter of Arsenal Football Club who enjoys travelling and listening to country music. He is married with children.
Mobolanle Adesanya
Partner
A seasoned Executive with twenty-years (25) professional working experience in the Financial and non-financial services. She holds a Law degree from Ogun State University and has working experience in the banking sector which spans over various positions and banks. Mobolanle also has extensive years of experience in Credit and Data Management. She served as the Managing Director/CEO of the First Central Credit Bureau. She also worked in the Power sector - Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC).She pursued professional development courses for Executive and leadership training programmes from London Business School (LBS), Lagos Business School (LBS), Euromoney Learning amongst others. She also received award as Fellow of Institute for Service Excellence and Good Governance.
Tunji Adepetun
Partner
A seasoned Banker with over two decades of financial services experience across various areas of banking (Corporate, Commercial & Retail). Tunji is an experienced multi-sector professional specializing in business development and strategy. Highly skilled in forming strategic alliances with leaders while creating value and innovative initiatives. He is currently a Non-Executive Director on the Board of Haggai Mortgage Bank.Tunji holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University) and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Lagos. He also has a certification in entrepreneurship in a merging economy from Harvard Business School.
Smart Akinmejiwa
Partner
Award-winning Finance professional and experienced Chartered Accountant with demonstrated history of over a decade diverse industry experience across Investment Banking, Financial Advisory, Oil & Gas and Mining sectors. He is a highly skilled Financial Analyst and detail- oriented Corporate Finance expert with honed skills in Banking, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Capital Markets transactions.Smart is an accounting graduate from Oxford Brookes (UK) and certified Public Accountant (CPA). He is also a writer, Life Coach and motivational speaker. Smart AKINMEJIWA
