Welcome to One Million Euro Stories.
Join Iris Mettendaf on One Million Euro Stories, where she delves into the inspiring journeys of female and African founders who have successfully raised over €500,000. Each episode offers deep insights into venture capital, the tech ecosystem, and the dynamics of scaling a business. Discover stories of resilience, innovation, and leadership as these entrepreneurs share their experiences in overcoming challenges and achieving remarkable success. Tune in for expert advice, motivational stories, and practical tips to navigate the startup world and drive impactful change.
Keywords: Venture Capital, Tech Startups, Female Founders, African Entrepreneurs, Innovation, Business Growth, Fundraising Success, Startup Challenges, Leadership, Entrepreneurial Journey.
Join Iris Mettendaf on the One Million Euro stories Podcast where she talks with the founder of Bana Records: Blen Mekonnen.
This episode dives into the sound and strategy behind a modern Ethiopian label. Blen reveals how she maps an artist’s “artistic DNA,” identifies target audiences, and crafts unique brands — all while preserving the cultural elements that make the music authentic. From regional rhythms and nostalgic production elements to social-media-savvy marketing interns.
Learn the interplay between tradition and innovation that’s helping Ethiopian music travel beyond borders.
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27 Feb 2026
Hackathons, Hustle and $11M
Inside Afriex’s Rise: to move money fast
Join Iris Mettendaf on the One Million Euro stories Podcast where she talks with the founder and CEO of Afriex: Temitope Alabi. He has raised 11 million for his business.
Temitope is a visionary engineer-turned-founder who left Lagos for Silicon Valley and back to build faster, fairer financial flows across different countries.
Take notice of the origin story from a childhood in Nigeria to a YC-backed rocket ride, the moment their product started making real impact, lessons on hiring, fundraising, and scaling across continents — plus honest, actionable advice on building fintech that moves money and lives forward. Tune in for inspiration, practical takeaways, and the human story behind a global startup.
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21 Nov 2025
From Code to Culture
Join Iris Mettendaf on One Million Euro Stories, where she delves into the inspiring journey of Temitayo Osunkiyesi.
In this episode Temitayo Osunkiyesi reveals the hidden strategies that turn ordinary engineering teams into high-performance powerhouses.
Learn how AI, flexible workflows, and deep understanding of team dynamics can create an unstoppable tech environment. If you want to revolutionize your approach to engineering leadership, this interview is your ultimate blueprint!
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