One of the memorable moments at AVCA Week was finally meeting Tope Awotona, CEO of Calendly, in person, over three years after we first connected virtually in 2021 during my Fund I fundraising journey. Tope’s fireside chat was a powerful reflection on visionary leadership, calculated risk, and the resilience needed to build something truly transformative, from Lagos to leading a globally recognised platform valued at $3 billion. Our one-on-one meeting afterwards was equally enriching. We discussed Aruwa Capital’s growth, the vision for Fund II, and our shared values of innovation, tenacity, and giving back.