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• Financial Psychology

  • When
    12 Feb 2026
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    16:00 - 17:15
  • Location
    https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82349889609?pwd=c2tkaclZ9snLG3ha9e3UnfF3CctRkn.1

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  Financial Psychology & Confident Negotiation

  Money decisions are rarely just about numbers.
  They’re about identity, self-trust, and the stories we tell ourselves about our value.

  In a world where many founders underprice, overexplain, or hesitate at the negotiation table, financial confidence is no longer optional; it’s a leadership skill.

  This month, Melanin Rich welcomes Temeka Teshunda, principal consultant and founder of Effective New Creative Solutions, for a powerful session on financial psychology and confident negotiation.

  Temeka works with serial entrepreneurs and leaders transitioning from corporate roles into entrepreneurship, individuals who are capable, experienced, and accomplished, yet often find themselves renegotiating not just contracts, but identity. Her work sits at the intersection of economics, branding, innovation strategy, and executive coaching, offering a grounded, psychologically informed approach to money and value.

  What makes Temeka’s work distinctive is her lens: she explores how nervous-system safety, perception, and self-concept directly shape what we earn, accept, and negotiate. She helps leaders move beyond fear-based money patterns into calm, self-trusting decision-making, especially in pricing conversations, compensation discussions, and high-stakes negotiations.

  In this session, you’ll learn how to:

  1. Understand the psychological drivers behind your financial decisions and negotiation habits.

  2. Negotiate from self-trust rather than fear, urgency, or overcompensation.

  3. Articulate your value clearly and confidently, without over-justifying or shrinking.

  4. Align your pricing and positioning with the leader you are becoming, not who you used to be.

  We’ll also explore how personal branding threads directly into financial psychology and how the way you see, name, and communicate your value influences the rooms you enter, the deals you close, and the income you sustain.

  This isn’t about aggressive negotiation tactics.
  It’s about embodied confidence, clarity of identity, and earning in alignment.

  If you’re a founder, consultant, or leader ready to negotiate with calm authority and price yourself without apology, this conversation will shift how you think and show up around money.

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• FIRESIDE CHAT EPISODE 3

  • When
    26 Feb 2026
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    15:00 - 16:30
  • Location
    https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87337496537?pwd=rZ05Z5M0lcI7ivylXbvQBodJ0sbT0g.1
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    11 registrants

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  The Blueprint for Africa’s Boundless Future

  In this edition of the Melanin Rich Fireside Chat, we sit down with one of Africa’s most influential builders and investors, Iyinoluwa “E” Aboyeji, a visionary who has redefined what it means to build for impact, scale, and sustainability on the continent.

  This isn’t a conversation about potential; it’s a masterclass on performance.

  Iyinoluwa is a rare kind of leader, one who doesn’t just dream about Africa’s future; he builds it.

  As co-founder of Andela, he helped unlock global demand for African tech talent, demonstrating that excellence knows no geographical boundaries. Then, as co-founder of Flutterwave, he broke barriers in fintech, creating one of Africa’s most valuable technology companies and setting the stage for a new wave of cross-border commerce and financial inclusion.

  Today, as Founding Partner at Future Africa, E is channeling his experience and vision into a new generation of founders, backing over 100 startups solving Africa’s biggest challenges in climate, healthcare, finance, and education. Future Africa isn’t just a fund; it’s a philosophy, rooted in Africapitalism, the belief that Africa’s prosperity will be driven by entrepreneurs creating shared value for society.

  What sets E apart is his ecosystem mindset.
  He doesn’t build in silos. He builds systems, talent pipelines, capital networks, and communities that multiply opportunity for others. His story is a powerful reminder that true legacy is not in exits, but in impact.

  This Fireside Chat is an invitation to look deeper beyond the headlines into the principles, decisions, and discipline that shape long-term success.

  Together, we’ll unpack:

  • What it takes to build iconic companies that endure beyond founders

  • The art of transitioning from builder to backer without losing mission

  • How to cultivate integrity and resilience in high-stakes entrepreneurship

  • Why collective investment and shared ownership are Africa’s strongest levers for transformation

  We believe entrepreneurship is not just about creating wealth; it’s about creating a legacy.

  Iyinoluwa Aboyeji embodies that truth: a builder, believer, and backer of Africa’s boundless future.

  Because Africa’s rise isn’t coming; it’s already here.

  And this is how we learn to lead it.

  
  

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• Human Resource & Talent Management

  • When
    27 Feb 2026
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    11:00 - 13:00
  • Location
    https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86724503907?pwd=JyeZNpVRzQtNqjLCr1DZuHQywHErQ4.1
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  Human Resources & Talent Management

  Strong organisations are built by strong people. Beyond strategy and systems, sustainable growth depends on how well you attract, develop, and retain the right talent.

  In this focused session, Lilian Magero, a seasoned Human Resources and Talent Management professional, will share practical insights on building people-first organisations that perform. Drawing on her experience across recruitment, employee development, and performance management, Lilian brings a grounded, execution-oriented approach to managing talent in growing businesses.

  This module covers the full talent lifecycle — from finding and attracting the right people, to onboarding, development, and retention. Participants will explore how effective performance management and intentional workplace culture directly influence productivity, engagement, and long-term business success.

  In this session, you will learn practical ways to:

  • Attract and recruit talent aligned with your organisation’s values and goals

  • Design employee development pathways that build capability and loyalty

  • Implement performance management systems that drive accountability and growth

  • Create a positive, inclusive workplace culture that supports high performance

  • Manage people strategically as your organisation scales

  This session is ideal for founders, business leaders, and managers who are building teams or preparing to scale and want to avoid common people-management pitfalls.

  You will leave equipped with actionable tools and frameworks to strengthen your HR practices, improve team performance, and build a resilient, engaged workforce.

  Join us on Friday, 27th February 2026, and gain practical insights into Human Resources and Talent Management for sustainable growth.

  
  

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• SERVICES SALES PLAYBOOK

  • When
    12 Mar 2026
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    16:00 - 17:15
  • Location
    https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84470536058?pwd=aNOlmUoBZ1gFRKACiOheYdF2HM96oa.1

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  Your service is great. But let’s be honest, without a repeatable sales system, growth stalls, confidence wavers, and your time gets eaten alive chasing leads that go nowhere.

  This isn’t another fluffy “sales hacks” webinar. This is a hands-on session designed for service-based founders and specialists who want a sales process that actually works without feeling pushy, burning out, or undercharging.

  What you’ll walk away with:

  • The Service Sales Framework—How to attract, convert, and retain clients without endless cold outreach.

  • Value Over Volume—Stop competing on price and start positioning your expertise where it matters.

  • Conversations That Convert—How to talk about your offer in a way that builds trust and closes deals.

  • Systems That Scale—Build simple, repeatable sales habits that free you up to focus on delivery.

  This is about more than “making the sale.” It’s about building a business that wins the right clients, at the right price, consistently.

  Why this matters:

  The service industry is powered by expertise, but expertise alone doesn’t close deals. The people who will leave this room with a playbook are the ones who will own the next stage of growth.

  If you’ve been undercharging, second-guessing your value, or relying on word of mouth this session changes that.

  If you’re ready to sell with confidence and grow without guesswork, secure your seat.

  We would love to have you in the room.

  
  

  
  

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