Adeshina Adewumi 2026 Speakers

I am a serial entrepreneur with over a decade’s experience track record of delivering scale within large corporates (Stanbic IBTC Asset Management and Bank) and the digital technology sectors (Proville, Aptive Capital, One Kiosk and Trade Lenda). An MBA degree holder from the University of Exeter, United Kingdom, an Access to Finance (A2F) conference speaker, author, finance expert and recipient of prestigious awards such as the 100 Global Meaningful Business Award by EY, Africa 100 awards by IFC, among others. At the helm of Trade Lenda, my team and I have successfully cultivated a thriving community of 260,000+ SMEs. Our mission to democratize financial services for all is evidenced by our strategic funding partnerships and commitment to SME bankability. With a focus on credit, insurance, and micro savings, we are paving the way for a financially inclusive future. Serving on the International Trade Council, I collaborate with stakeholders across emerging markets to enhance financial inclusion and stimulate trade. Our collective efforts aim to shape economic policies that promote equitable and free commerce globally. With analytical acumen and board administration skills honed from these roles, my contributions are rooted in a deep-seated belief in the transformative power of financial access and the potential of every SME to drive impactful economic change.