I have worked with Nji for close to 3 years at ALU through the Student Ventures Program and the Entrepreneurship Degree programmes at ALU and I have known Nji for his dedication to supporting entrepreneurs with the tools required to get their ventures off the ground. Through our close interactions, I have seen Nji train and coach entrepreneurs to clearly define, execute and articulate their market and financial goals. His expertise in entrepreneurial finances always trickles down to the ventures he supports in the form of achieved fundraising and revenue generation targets.

Nji is an insightful business strategist with exceptional passion for nurturing new ventures and innovative financing approaches. He has successfully coached and mentored numerous young entrepreneurs across various industries. With deep expertise in business incubation, acceleration, and scaling strategies, Nji effectively develops and delivers impactful education modules covering topics from financial accounting to leadership. Renowned as an entrepreneurial thought leader, his contributions to academia and the business community are substantial. A dynamic public speaker, Nji consistently delivers transformational value, driving growth and innovation within organizations and entrepreneurial ecosystems alike.

I have worked with Nji for over three years in Entrepreneurship Program Development and Delivery, and his expertise is exceptional. Nji combines solid execution skills with a pragmatic approach, delivering impactful programs and providing tailored support to entrepreneurs at all levels. He excels at coaching founders to refine ideas into real-world, market-ready solutions and has successfully managed initiatives like the African Leadership University School of Wildlife Incubation Program. As a financial expert, Nji helps businesses clarify models, understand key metrics, and engage in realistic planning, making him an outstanding program designer and mentor.

Nji Mbitaownu demonstrated exceptional expertise and innovative insight during his role in the Afri-Plastics Challenge. As a reviewer, he showcased a deep understanding of sustainable entrepreneurship, skillfully assessing applications for impact, feasibility, and alignment with challenge goals. His sharp analytical abilities and thoughtful contributions were pivotal in selecting winners who are now pioneering meaningful advancements in plastic waste management across Africa. Nji is a blend of professionalism and genuine passion for sustainability significantly enhanced our team's effectiveness, making him an invaluable asset committed to fostering transformative change and entrepreneurial growth.

During the Circular Economy accelerator program designed by Nji Mbitaownu and ALU’s Center for Entrepreneurship, Nji’s strategic expertise and dedicated mentorship significantly transformed my business. He was highly responsive to LightEd’s financial challenges, providing practical insights and tailored guidance that directly addressed our needs. Nji’s strategic advice helped us refine our business model for scalability, align with circular economy principles, and effectively position ourselves for successful fundraising. His unique ability to merge visionary thinking with actionable strategies makes Nji an outstanding mentor for startups and entrepreneurs pursuing sustainable growth.

Nji's mentorship has been transformative for my entrepreneurial journey. Under his guidance, I secured $200,000 in pre-seed funding through partnerships with organizations like the World Food Program. His insights have been invaluable in refining Smartel's core solution—an IoT-driven hydroponic system—making it more scalable and impactful for climate-vulnerable communities. Nji's strategic advice and encouragement have helped me align my mission with practical, high-impact outcomes. He serves as an advisor and coach to a diverse array of entrepreneurs. His dedication to nurturing entrepreneurial growth is truly unparalleled.

Working alongside Nji on SOWC’s Conservation Entrepreneurship initiatives was an inspiring experience. His ability to merge entrepreneurship with conservation was evident in his design of impactful initiatives like the Beyond Tourism and KAZA TFCA Innovation Challenges. Nji brought exceptional strategic thinking, seamlessly collaborating with partners and guiding conservation entrepreneurs to develop sustainable, for-profit solutions addressing critical conservation challenges. His mentorship empowered participants to create ventures that balance biodiversity protection with economic growth for local communities across Africa. Nji’s expertise and dedication make him an invaluable asset in driving innovative, impactful conservation efforts.