Making the Most of Varied Backgrounds: Ogunbufunmi’s Bold Move Toward Technology Leadership
- Neuphoria Therapeutics appoints H.C. Wainwright as financial advisor and adds experienced directors to evaluate value-maximizing transactions. - Legal sector sees Byju's founder facing $1B default judgment and StubHub under investigation for potential misrepresentations. - Nigerian tech leader Ifeoluwa Ogunbufunmi transitions from law to tech leadership, advising global clients through her UK-based SWIF firm. - Ogunbufunmi emphasizes leveraging diverse experiences, advocating for self-belief and consiste
Neuphoria Therapeutics Inc. has ramped up its strategic review, bringing on H.C. Wainwright & Co. as its financial advisor to assess various avenues for enhancing shareholder value. The board highlighted the need for steady leadership and specialized knowledge, referencing the recent addition of Peter Davies and David Wilson, both of whom have extensive backgrounds in investment banking and healthcare. Davies, who previously served as Managing Director at Rothschild, has overseen transactions exceeding $100 billion, while Wilson's expertise in capital markets further strengthens the board. The board is currently considering several offers from interested parties, with conversations
Elsewhere, significant events continue to unfold in the legal arena. Byju's founder, Byju Raveendran, has been hit with a $1 billion default judgment by a Delaware court due to his failure to comply in the Alpha Funds litigation. The court additionally
Ogunbufunmi’s story highlights the importance of drawing on varied experiences. “Don’t overlook what you’ve learned at home,” she says, stressing the significance of confidence and maintaining visibility during career changes. Her professional journey covers sectors like FinTech and e-commerce, with key positions at Amazon Web Services, Flutterwave, and the Nigerian Vice President’s office. She motivates those starting out to stay dedicated, reflect on their drive for achievement, and consistently engage to expand their professional networks
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