144 Hub | About us

What Makes Us Unique

We make sure our goals are aligned with our client's needs until the success of one reinforces or fosters the success of the other.

Dedicated team

Our founders and the entire team are dedicated and go above and beyond in ensuring that we simply help you.

Community driven

Our vibrant ecosystem unites businesses, customers, investors, and experts, fostering collaboration that fuels lasting, transformative impact.

Unwavering support

We will always be available to support and give feedback to all our clients even after your successessful business breakthorugh.

Waking up everyday knowing that one day, what we are building will change lives for the better makes my day 10x more exciting.

Daariq A. Yusuf, Our CEO & Co-founder

Our Story

In 2023, founders Daariq, Tobi, Gisele, and later, Linda, set out to transform impact investing for individuals and SMEs, initially focusing on local businesses. We discovered a common problem: many technical founders lacked essential business management expertise. Leveraging our experience in accelerators and incubators, we shifted our mission.

144 Hub, is a platform that acts as your personal business manager. It guides you with key questions, helping you create a comprehensive business profile to share with investors and partners. Imagine having your MVP, business plan, finances, product strategy, and marketing plan all in one place, constantly updated to reflect your progress.

Welcome to 144 Hub, where your business finds its true direction.

The founders of 144 - Tobi, Gisele, and Daariq

All I want to do is to build an inclusive and accessible platform that opens the door to a wide variety of opportunites for all.

Tobi Ibikunle, Our CTO & Co-founder

Behind The Name

In the 1950s and 60s in East Africa, an Italian professor presented a mathematical problem to a class of students. Among the young minds sat a boy named Ismail Duale. Despite the challenges that he and his community faced, Ismail had an insatiable hunger for knowledge and a razor-sharp mind. He quickly solved the problem with ease, arriving at the answer of 144. And with that, Ismail gained a new nickname from his classmates: 144.

This story speaks to the harsh realities of inequality and the lack of opportunities afforded to minority and emerging markets. Ismail’s natural talent and ability were clear, but the opportunities available to him were limited by a system that favoured the few.

Today, we at 144 are working to balance the scales of opportunity and investment, to create a brighter and more equitable future for all.

Makes me so happy that we have a strong, dedicated and ambitious team that are working behind the scenes to make a lot of dreams a reality.

Gisele Magalhães, Shareholder

Our Executive Team

Comprising of a group of exceptionally talented individuals who are dedicated to achieve success. With their impressive skills and expertise, they bring a fresh and innovative perspective.

Daariq A. Yusuf

CO-FOUNDER

Daariq, the visionary, brings a wealth of experience as an entrepreneur and business strategist. With a keen focus on business development, strategy, project management, and product innovation, he drives success and growth.

Fun Fact: Daariq has visited almost every country in Africa.

Gisele Magalhães

SHAREHOLDER

Gisele brings 5 + years of startup experience, specializing in team structuring, business model pivoting, and monetizing software. Her financial acumen drives sustainable growth and fosters innovation for long-term success.

Fun Fact: Gisele walks her cat every day with a leash and all.

Tobi Ibikunle

CO-FOUNDER

Tobi combines his expertise in software engineering, system architecture, and product management. His versatile skills also encompass AI, driving innovation and excellence in technology development.

Fun Fact: Tobi secured a huge partnership with a tech giant when he had only 200 subscribers on YouTube.

Our Board Of Advisors

A collective powerhouse of wisdom, experience, and visionary insights. Comprising of industry leaders and forward-thinking strategists. Combined, they all bring wealth of knowledge and expertise to guide 144 towards unprecedented success.

Chiedza Muguti

Product Leader | Advisor | Coach | Mentor | Strategist

Formerly the CPO for Penta Bank and currently serving as the CPO for Alteos. Chiedza is an experienced financial products and services product professional with proven technical and commercial expertise across the complete Product Development Lifecycle.

Theresa Bardubitzki

Sustainability Manager at KfW Capital

A member of the Investment Committee and oversees ESG aspects of investments as well as impact measurement over the entire life cycle. Prior to her role at KfW Capital, she worked at the impact asset manager, Finance in Motion, and DZ Bank AG.

Prof. Oliver MacConnell

Managing Director of Fashion Practice Academy Berlin

Fashion designer, consultant in the creative industries and professor of business administration. He also leads research projects in the field of sustainable value creation and teaches at universities in Germany, Great Britain and Switzerland.

Laurenz Lenkewitz

Interim Manager, Senior Advisor | Web3, DAOs, SaaS, Proptech

Former Business Development Executive at IBM, Laurenz, is an accomplished professional with a rich background in IT and digital services. He brings extensive expertise in SaaS, Digital Transformation, and Start-ups.

Our Culture

Our cultural values are not just words on paper – they are deeply ingrained in our DNA. These values guide our decision-making, shape our interactions, and drive our commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients. We believe that by staying true to our culture, we create an environment where our team can flourish, our clients can trust us, and our business can thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.

Innovative

Innovation is at the core of everything we do. We continuously strive to push boundaries, challenge the status quo, and explore new possibilities. Our team is encouraged to think outside the box, embrace creativity, and bring fresh perspectives to drive meaningful change. By fostering an environment that nurtures innovation, we empower our team to develop groundbreaking solutions.

Collaborative

Collaboration lies at the heart of our success. We believe that the best outcomes are achieved through collective effort and shared expertise. At 144, collaboration is not just a buzzword – it's in our culture. We actively promote cross-functional collaboration, encourage open communication, and foster a supportive environment where diverse voices are valued.

Integrity

Integrity is the cornerstone of our business. We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our interactions, ensuring transparency, honesty, and accountability. We believe in building trust with our clients, partners, and team members by delivering on our promises and acting with integrity in every decision we make. By prioritizing integrity, we establish long-lasting relationships built on mutual respect.

Transparent

Transparency is our guiding principle, promoting openness and clear communication. We believe in open and honest communication, sharing information, and fostering a culture of trust and transparency. Internally, we promote transparency in decision-making, encouraging active participation and feedback from our team members.

Inclusive

Inclusivity is a fundamental value at 144. We celebrate diversity and believe that a diverse team leads to better outcomes. We actively seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We foster an inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths.

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