A standout moment from AVCA Week was hearing Aliko Dangote share his journey building one of Africa’s most transformative conglomerates. His bold move to set up Sub-Saharan Africa’s largest oil refinery was a reminder of the conviction it takes to build with purpose. During a brief chat after his session, I asked about currency risk given the naira’s volatility. His reply, “You have to be in” resonated deeply. Despite global options, he chooses to invest and build at home, reinforcing the value of resilience and long-term thinking.