About Us
6 Figure Ventures: Strategic Asset Management for African Tech Startups
6 Figure Ventures focuses on delivering strategic value to early-stage African technology firms by managing risk capital and attracting international investors. As a US venture capital firm, the team includes Advisors, Coaches, and Mentors, as well as Operating Partners with a deep understanding of business in Africa, local expertise, strategic risk capital, and global networks which collectively drive growth for startups aiming to scale beyond $1M ARR.
Side B: Bridging Innovation and Investment in Africa
Side B is a leading early-stage advisory firm specializing in venture capital, advisory, research, and project management for African technology startups. With a strong on-the-ground presence in Africa, the team provides operational support across functions such as HR, finance, accounting, legal services, administrative services, marketing/communications, and technology services.
Together with 6 Figure Ventures, we combine precision, risk capital, and strategic vision to empower early-stage firms.
Team
You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete.
Value Proposition
We operate as a strategic Operating Partner for early-stage technology firms, driving value within startups to scale beyond $1M in annual recurring revenue within a one-year period. By removing the operational burden early-stage firms face, we allow founders to focus entirely on their customers, understand and expand their markets, refine their product, and generate more revenue. Our approach is amplified by strategic capital installments that fuel accelerated growth, combining our expertise and network resources to drive early-stage ventures forward.
Cash
Providing financial guidance, refining business models, optimizing cash flow, and identifying funding sources to fuel growth.
Culture
Shaping resilient organizations through cultural understanding, diversity, inclusion, team dynamics, and continuous learning frameworks.
Market
Crafting strategies to define target customers, analyze competitors, build partnerships, and access supply chains.
Service Offering
- 01. Venture Building
- We support startups by managing operational complexities, allowing founders to prioritize product development and market expansion. Strategic capital investments further accelerate growth and scalability. This venture building includes:AdministrationCashCultureMarketMentorshipNetworks
- 02. Early-Stage Advisory
- We offer tailored solutions for startups to refine strategies, enhance structures, and secure funding. Our approach ensures firms are well-prepared to navigate new partners, increase growth, and the many complexities which will arise. This includes:Pre-Investment StrategyPartner NegotiationsCapital RaisingBoard Development & StructureTransaction AdvisoryM&A SupportExit Planning
- 03. Early-Stage Investment
- We help startups access funding by ensuring proper structuring, documentation, and customer growth plans. Post-investment, we offer ongoing support to help firms reach their full potential. This includes:ValuationsInvestment ReadinessInvestor PitchesDue DiligenceLegal SupportTransaction SupportInvestor Relations & Liaising
- 04. Co-Working Space & Ancillary Services
- Our collaborative space foster innovation and productivity while being affordable and amenity-rich. Designed for startups, our space provides essential facilities and a resource rich environment. This includes:InfrastructureTechnologyHospitalityUtilitiesUnlimited WiFiCentral LocationShared ServicesPreferred Vendors