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Data-Driven Success: How Chari is Transforming Traditional Retail in French-Speaking Africa with Ismael Belkhayat
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Episode 98 with Ismael Belkhayat, who is the founder and CEO of Chari, an e-commerce app that has recently been valued at $100 million. Chari helps small retailers in French-speaking Africa procure inventory for their stores and get it delivered for free while benefiting from payment facilities.
It is a one-stop shop for traditional proximity stores, allowing them to order any consumer goods they sell and get them delivered for free while benefiting from financial services.
Ismael is an experienced startup founder with a demonstrated history of working in the internet industry. A data-driven, strong business development professional who graduated from Cornell University and was a former BCG consultant.
What We Discuss With Ismael
- How does Chari specifically benefit small retailers in French-speaking Africa?
- What are the main challenges you've faced in scaling Chari in the African market, and how have you addressed them?
- Chari recently secured $1.5 million in funding. Can you share how this funding will be utilised to further Chari's mission and growth?
- What strategies does Chari employ to ensure efficient and reliable delivery services, especially in regions with challenging logistics infrastructure?
- With your experience as a startup founder and two successful exits, what advice would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make an impact in the African tech ecosystem?
Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notes
Did you miss my previous episode where I discuss Diving Into Search Funds. An Emerging Investment Vehicle That Could Deliver Higher Returns in Africa with Ibrahim Abdel Rahim? Make sure to check it out!
Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!
Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamu
Connect with Ismael on LinkedIn at Ismael Belkhayat, and Twitter @ismaelbelkhayat
Do you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group.
Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk
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Manage episode 386097106 series 3299253
Episode 98 with Ismael Belkhayat, who is the founder and CEO of Chari, an e-commerce app that has recently been valued at $100 million. Chari helps small retailers in French-speaking Africa procure inventory for their stores and get it delivered for free while benefiting from payment facilities.
It is a one-stop shop for traditional proximity stores, allowing them to order any consumer goods they sell and get them delivered for free while benefiting from financial services.
Ismael is an experienced startup founder with a demonstrated history of working in the internet industry. A data-driven, strong business development professional who graduated from Cornell University and was a former BCG consultant.
What We Discuss With Ismael
- How does Chari specifically benefit small retailers in French-speaking Africa?
- What are the main challenges you've faced in scaling Chari in the African market, and how have you addressed them?
- Chari recently secured $1.5 million in funding. Can you share how this funding will be utilised to further Chari's mission and growth?
- What strategies does Chari employ to ensure efficient and reliable delivery services, especially in regions with challenging logistics infrastructure?
- With your experience as a startup founder and two successful exits, what advice would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make an impact in the African tech ecosystem?
Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notes
Did you miss my previous episode where I discuss Diving Into Search Funds. An Emerging Investment Vehicle That Could Deliver Higher Returns in Africa with Ibrahim Abdel Rahim? Make sure to check it out!
Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!
Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamu
Connect with Ismael on LinkedIn at Ismael Belkhayat, and Twitter @ismaelbelkhayat
Do you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group.
Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk
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