I’m excited to be back on the Ready Next podcast after a short break. Join me on this episode as I talk to Femi Longe, co-founder at ccHub, one of Africa’s most impactful tech incubators. This is the first in a two-part series, where I focus on Femi’s personal journey and unpack the early steps and trajectory of ccHub. We talk about pivotal moments that shaped his remarkable career path and the significance of ccHub in fostering innovation and supporting tech entrepreneurs across Africa. We also cover his perspectives on the African startup ecosystem and the role of incubators in nurturing early-stage companies. Tune in to learn about remarkable experiences in the early days of ccHub, challenges overcome, and Femi's vision for the future of tech in Africa. Don't miss out on this enriching conversation! 🌟👨‍💻 #TechPioneer #AfricanTech #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #StartupEcosystem #startups #startupincubators #impact #transformation #youthempowerment #techinnovation #ccHub #Podcast 0:00 Intro 02:03 Leadership: Joining & Leading AIESEC 04:14 Early Steps in Entrepreneurship & Impact 06:18 The Young Foundation 09:21 The Value of Youth Engagement 14:16 The Diaspora: Tapping into Global Expertise 17:56 A Case Study of Nigerian Doctors 19:29 How ccHub Ignited the Nigerian Startup Ecosystem 26:25 Expanding the Startup Ecosystem in Africa 28:23 Fostering Innovation Across Africa 31:18 The Bees and The Trees: Turning Startups to Scaleups