Tunde Akinnuwa
About Tunde Akinnuwa
Tunde Akinnuwa is a Co-Founder at Duplo, with a background in fintech and management. He has held significant roles at Seedstars and JumiaPay, and possesses degrees in Computing Studies and Information Systems from Northumbria University, as well as an MBA from HEC Paris.
Work at Duplo
Tunde Akinnuwa serves as a Co-Founder at Duplo, a financial technology company that operates under the Y Combinator W22 batch. He has been with the company since its inception in 2021. His role involves overseeing the strategic direction and operational management of the organization, focusing on enhancing financial services and solutions.
Previous Experience at Seedstars
Prior to his current role, Tunde Akinnuwa worked at Seedstars as the General Manager from 2016 to 2018 in Lagos, Nigeria. In this position, he was responsible for managing operations and driving growth initiatives within the organization. He also held the position of Country Manager, where he contributed to the development of the startup ecosystem.
Career at JumiaPay
Tunde Akinnuwa held the position of Head of Consumer Financial Services at JumiaPay from 2018 to 2020. His responsibilities included managing consumer financial products and services, ensuring alignment with market needs. He also worked as a Product Manager for Jumia Lending, where he focused on developing financial solutions for consumers.
Educational Background
Tunde Akinnuwa has a solid educational foundation in computing and information systems. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Computing Studies from Northumbria University, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He later obtained a Master of Science in Information Systems Management from the same institution in 2013. Additionally, he completed an MBA at HEC Paris in 2021.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Before joining Duplo, Tunde Akinnuwa co-founded ZOOM Deliveries, where he worked from 2013 to 2016 in Lagos, Nigeria. He played a significant role in establishing the company and contributing to its operational success. He has also been involved in launching fintech businesses such as Quickcheck and Lendigo, demonstrating his commitment to innovation in the financial sector.