Who or what is your inspiration in business?

I’m inspired by people who build in difficult environments and still find a way to create value. Especially, founders solving real problems in emerging markets where systems are broken or inefficient. It’s less about big names for me and more about people who take ownership, stay consistent, and build things that actually improve how people live.

How do you stay motivated?

I don’t rely on motivation. I focus on staying consistent. There are real problems to solve and people relying on better financial access, so I treat it as a responsibility more than an inspiration. Progress, even small wins, keeps me going. I also stay close to the problem we’re solving, which makes it easier to keep pushing forward.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would use it to strengthen CendMate’s infrastructure and expand our payment rails. That includes improving reliability and supporting onboarding for more users. A portion would also go toward enhancing our compliance and risk frameworks as we scale, ensuring we continue to meet regulatory expectations across jurisdictions while maintaining a secure and trusted platform.