Fola Laoye
Overview
Fola Laoye is a Nigerian healthcare investment professional and the Chief Executive Officer of Iwosan Investments Limited, a health investment holding company dedicated to investing in healthcare infrastructure across Nigeria. She co-founded Iwosan Investments Limited in 2021, aiming to modernize Nigeria's healthcare system through strategic investments and acquisitions. Under her leadership, the company has acquired and rebranded Lagoon Hospitals, enhancing healthcare delivery in the country. Prior to this, Laoye served as the CEO of Hygeia Nigeria Limited from 2002 to 2012, where she played a pivotal role in expanding access to quality healthcare services. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Lagos and an MBA from Harvard Business School. Laoye is also a founding board member of Hygeia Group Nigeria and has served as Chairperson of the board of First Securities Discount House (FSDH) and as a board member of Retail Supermarkets (Shoprite Nigeria). Her philanthropic efforts include chairing the Elebute-LUTH Welfare Board and co-chairing the Africa Regional Board of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO).
Investment Focus
- Focus on healthcare infrastructure projects
- Preference for buyouts and growth capital investments
- Alignment with Iwosan's mission to modernize Nigeria's healthcare system
- Commitment to improving access to quality healthcare services in Nigeria
Portfolio Companies
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Frequently asked questions about Fola Laoye
What sectors does Fola Laoye invest in?
Fola Laoye invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Lagos, Nigeria. Fola Laoye is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Fola Laoye invest at?
Fola Laoye backs companies at Growth, Late Stage, Buyout, Turnaround and Distressed, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does Fola Laoye invest in?
Fola Laoye invests across Nigeria.
What companies has Fola Laoye invested in?
Fola Laoye's portfolio includes Iwosan Lagoon Hospitals and Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital.
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