AHWAM Podcast

The global creative industry is valued at over $45 billion, yet Africa accounts for just 1.5% of that market, revealing a massive untapped opportunity. In this episode of An Hour With A Manager, we spotlight a Nigerian female entrepreneur in the fashion and textile industry, exploring what it truly takes to build, sustain, and scale a creative business in Africa.This episode covers: - Leadership in the creative and fashion industry - Building a fashion business from the ground up - Funding and financing challenges in Africa - Serving local and diaspora markets - Collaboration as a growth strategy - Innovation, AI, and the future of textiles - Operational strategy, team management, and resilience - Consistency, sustainability, and global expansionThis conversation is designed for managers, founders, entrepreneurs, investors, and aspiring leaders looking to understand Africa’s creative economy and how to compete globally. 🎧 Subscribe to An Hour With A Manager for more leadership and management insights 💬 Join the AHWAM community and be part of Africa’s growth story #AfricanBusiness #CreativeIndustry #FashionIndustry #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #TextileIndustry #AHWAM

Africa’s food security challenge is deeply linked to climate change, drought, and underutilized arid lands, yet these challenges also represent one of the continent’s greatest opportunities. In this episode of An Hour With A Manager, we speak with Patrick Njiru, Founder of Green Gold (Kenya), a company transforming semi-arid and arid lands into productive, profitable farms.This conversation unpacks real-world leadership, strategy, and innovation in African agriculture, including:- Transforming arid and semi-arid land into productive farms - Leadership and resilience in harsh farming environments - Climate change, drought, and sustainable agriculture - Cost control and low-budget farming strategies - Organic farming, inter-cropping, and risk diversification - Agribusiness models for Africa’s dry regions - Community impact, employment, and food security - The role of government policy and infrastructure - Innovation, technology, and the future of African agriculture - Africa’s role in global food security and the G20 agendaThis episode is essential viewing for managers, agripreneurs, policymakers, investors, development professionals, and business leaders seeking practical solutions for Africa’s agricultural transformation. 🎧 Subscribe to An Hour With A Manager for leadership and management insights shaping Africa’s future#AfricanAgriculture #FoodSecurity #Agribusiness #ClimateChange #SustainableFarming #Leadership #AfricanEntrepreneurs #AHWAM

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Are you ready to take charge of your career journey? In this episode, we explore Strategies For A Successful Career Transition and build professional relationships that drive long-term success.Join Anthony Wachira, founder of The Influential, a renowned coach, storyteller, training facilitator, and speaker, as he shares strategies to:Embrace Change as an ongoing part of life and growth.Navigate Transitions with clarity and purpose.Discover Your Unfair Edge to stand out during times of change.Build a Supportive Network to foster growth and collaboration.This episode is packed with actionable insights for professionals, business leaders, and entrepreneurs looking to thrive in today’s dynamic career landscape.Follow us on all our social media channels:⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter (X)⁠⁠Our Slack CommunityClick HERE to buy us a Cup of coffee, or shop for any of our MERCH

In this episode, we welcomed Austin Agwaraonye, an experienced HR professional with over 30 years of experience in industries such as Banking, Manufacturing, Consulting, and Oil and gas. Austin shared his expertise in building and sustaining strong professional networks, navigating complex relationships, and leveraging connections for career success.We explored:Knowing Your Network Proactive NetworkingUnderstanding DynamicsEffective CommunicationEmotional IntelligenceThe Emotional Bank AccountThis episode offers actionable insights for professionals, business leaders, and entrepreneurs aiming to thrive in today’s collaborative business world.Follow us on all our social media channels:⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter (X)⁠⁠Our Slack CommunityClick HERE to buy us a Cup of coffee, or shop for any of our MERCH

Thinking about a career in product management? In this episode, our guest Adaobi Ekwemozo shared insight as your ultimate guide to leaping as a beginner!We discuss identifying transferable skills, overcoming imposter syndrome, and effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams. You’ll also learn how to choose the right APIs for seamless integration and adopt the most suitable scrum methodology whether Agile or Kanban for your team.Packed with actionable insights and tips, this insight is perfect for aspiring product managers ready to take their first step into the field.Follow us on all our social media channels:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter (X)⁠⁠Our Slack CommunityClick HERE to buy us a Cup of coffee, or shop for any of our MERCH

Discover the power of collaboration in this insightful episode with Robyne R. Rushing, "How to Build a Collaborative Network for Organizational Success." Dive into strategies for creating cohesive teams, fostering a culture of teamwork, and leveraging collaboration to streamline operations. Learn how leadership shapes an environment for mutual support and how collaborative networks drive long-term success.You will also hear real-life examples of generational wealth and knowledge transfer from agriculture investments in some US cities.Don’t miss these actionable tips and inspiring insights!Follow us on all our social media channels:⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter (X)⁠⁠Our Slack CommunityClick HERE to buy us a Cup of coffee, or shop for any of our MERCH