Cascador empowers mid-stage African entrepreneurs to scale their mission-driven companies, equipping them with proven business strategies, leadership skills, and exclusive access to our new $2M Catalytic Fund.
Cascador fellows are dedicated to accelerating business growth, improving their leadership skills, and refining their value proposition with the guidance of successful American and Nigerian entrepreneurs. Through our educational program and access to our $2M Catalytic Fund, we provide both knowledge and capital—the two critical resources entrepreneurs need to scale successfully.
Cascador launched in 2019, has elevated six successful cohorts of African entrepreneurs and their companies through a unique blend of education, self-discovery, mentoring, pitch training, and personalized advisory support.
Eligibility
CASCADOR 2025 IS FOR YOU.
If you are ready to challenge your assumptions, pressure test your business model, and expand your thinking…
If you want to connect to a vibrant community of advisors, investors, and fellow entrepreneurs…
If you seek not just guidance but also funding to scale your impact…
If you are passionate about your mission, committed to your team, and inspired by the impact your business can make on the world…
Benefits
ANNUAL $2M CATALYTIC FUND
Beginning in May 2025, Cascador will allocate $2 million USD annually to empower its alumni with the capital they need to scale their impact.
Through a partnership with Sterling Bank, Cascador offers a tailored mix of debt, equity, guarantees, and collateral investments designed to meet the unique needs of each business. The fund culminates in our annual Pitch Day, where selected alumni present their businesses to the Investment Committee and a curated audience of investors and lenders.
