Zedcrest Capital
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Key people at Zedcrest Capital.
Key people at Zedcrest Capital.
Zedcrest Capital Limited is a Nigeria-based investment firm founded in 2013, specializing in venture capital, private equity, and financial services across Sub-Saharan Africa and Western Europe. Its mission is to improve capital flows and build wealth across productive sectors by leveraging research-driven technological innovations and sustainable business practices. The firm invests in seed to late-stage companies with deal sizes ranging from $250,000 to $5 million, focusing primarily on financial services, fintech, banking, credit, micro-lending, information technology, analytics, recruiting, outsourcing, and procurement. Zedcrest plays a significant role in fostering growth and innovation in the African startup ecosystem, particularly by supporting early-stage startups and business acquisitions that drive economic development and technological advancement[1][2][3].
Zedcrest Group was founded in 2013, beginning as a small trading company in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Over time, it evolved into one of Africa’s foremost financial services companies. The firm’s founding vision was to become Africa’s premier investment firm by improving capital flows and building wealth across key economic sectors. Key leaders include Adedayo Amzat, CFA, the Group Managing Director and CEO, who holds an Executive MBA from London Business School and is deeply involved in people development and community empowerment through STEM education initiatives. The firm has expanded its focus from proprietary investments to a broad suite of financial services including securities lending, equities trading, and consumer and business finance[2][5][6].
Zedcrest Capital is riding the wave of Africa’s growing fintech and financial services revolution, where increased digital adoption and demand for credit and micro-lending solutions are transforming economies. The timing is critical as African markets, especially Nigeria, Kenya, and other Sub-Saharan countries, experience rapid urbanization, a growing middle class, and increasing mobile penetration. Zedcrest’s investments help bridge capital gaps, enabling startups to scale and innovate in underserved sectors. By supporting technology-driven financial solutions, Zedcrest influences the broader ecosystem by promoting financial inclusion, improving credit delivery, and fostering sustainable economic growth across Africa and into Western Europe[1][2][3][4].
Looking ahead, Zedcrest Capital is poised to deepen its impact by expanding its portfolio in fintech and technology sectors, leveraging its strong research capabilities and market insights. Trends such as digital banking, alternative credit scoring, and blockchain-based financial services will likely shape its investment focus. The firm’s commitment to sustainable business practices and community empowerment suggests it will continue to influence Africa’s financial landscape positively. As the continent’s economies evolve, Zedcrest’s role as a capital provider and innovation enabler will be increasingly vital in driving inclusive growth and technological advancement[2][3][5].
Key people at Zedcrest Capital.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2023 | CatalyzU | $120K Seed | — | Techstars |
| Nov 1, 2022 | Cutstruct | $600K Seed | — | Benjamin Chemla, Charles Delingpole, Charles-Edouard Bouee, Didier Valet, Thibault Poutrel |
| Jun 1, 2022 | Flowdesk | $30.0M Series A | — | Aglae Ventures, Animoca Brands, BITKRAFT Ventures, CoinFund, Cultivation Capital, Double Prime LLP, eFounders, Element Ventures, Gradient Ventures, Greylock, Index Ventures, Intel Capital, ISAI, John Paul, Kima Ventures, Mosaic Ventures, Origins, #SecretFund, Third Prime, WestWave Capital, Alexandre Prot, Alexis Bonillo, Benjamin Chemla, Celine Lazorthes, Charles Delingpole, Charles-Edouard Bouee, Charlie Songhurst, Chris Wang, Didier Valet, Evan Brown, Gilad Engel, Gregory Coleman, Greg Tseng, James Park, Mark Cuban, Mark Pincus, Michael Benabou, Nicolas Julia, Nicolas Steegmann, Pascal Gauthier, Sebastien Borget, Steve Anavi, Thibaud Elziere, Thibault Poutrel |
| Apr 1, 2022 | Leatherback | $10.0M Seed | — | — |
| Mar 1, 2022 | Della AI | $3.0M Seed | — | AngelList Syndicator, Atomico, Cherry Ventures, Far Out Ventures, General Catalyst, #SecretFund, Speedinvest, Andy Chung, Benjamin Chemla, Charles Delingpole, Charles-Edouard Bouee, Chris Murphy, Didier Valet, Julien Romanetto, Nicolas Steegmann, Richard Fearn, Thibaud Elziere |
| Feb 1, 2022 | Semper | $5.0M Seed | — | Benjamin Chemla, Charles Delingpole, Charles-Edouard Bouee, Thibault Poutrel |
| Oct 1, 2021 | Nook | $1.0M Seed | — | Adverb Ventures, Bond, Frontline Ventures, LGF, Next Play Ventures, Seedcamp, Speedinvest, Vorwerk Ventures, Akshay Kothari, Benjamin Chemla, Charles-Edouard Bouee, Claire Hughes Johnson, Didier Valet, Dylan Field, Megan Quinn, Michael Pennington, Phillip Chambers, Scott Belsky, Shane Curran, Stewart Butterfield, Thibault Poutrel, Tobias Lutke |
| Oct 1, 2021 | PaySika | $350K Seed | — | 7percent Ventures, AXA Venture Partners, Balderton Capital, CRV, Fin Capital, Founder Institute, Haymaker Ventures, Salesforce Ventures, Streamlined Ventures, Ahmed Mhiri, Bruno Maisonnier, Clement Benoit, Kelston Smith, Maxime Paradis, Rand Hindi, Thibaud Elziere, Tien Tzuo, Tim Seears |
| Nov 1, 2020 | TalentQL | $300K Seed | — | — |
