We are thrilled to announce that our CEO, Tunde Kara, recently served as an esteemed panellist at Endeavor’s 47th International Selection Panel (ISP), held virtually from July 22-25, 2024. This prestigious event marked a significant milestone for Vendease, as we transitioned from being selected as Endeavor Entrepreneurs last year to now playing a crucial role in selecting the next generation of high-impact entrepreneurs.
Tunde Kara, alongside other distinguished experts, had the honour of selecting 17 remarkable entrepreneurs leading 9 innovative companies from around the world. These visionary leaders are poised to drive significant change with their groundbreaking ventures across various industries and countries.
The ISP is the culmination of a rigorous, multi-step selection process that identifies high-potential entrepreneurs leading innovative companies. These entrepreneurs are evaluated by top business leaders and investors who assess their potential for significant growth and impact. Being part of this process allowed our CEO to engage with and support visionary leaders who are set to transform their industries.
Among the selected entrepreneurs are:
- LP Maurice of Busbud (Canada), revolutionizing bus travel booking
- Marcelo Lutz and Roberto Biselli of Capim (Brazil), modernizing Brazil’s dental market
- Roberto León Velasco and team of Healthatom (Chile), simplifying healthcare operations
- Rafał Modrzewski of ICEYE (Poland), pioneering earth observation with SAR satellites
- Francesc Julià Sr. and Jr. of Kave Home (Spain), innovating in affordable luxury furniture
- Juan Pablo Ramos, Daniel Autrique, and Patricio Servitje of Prima (Mexico), transforming manufacturing
- Bui Hoai Nam of UrBox (Vietnam), streamlining corporate reward distribution
- Roberta and Pedro Vasconcellos of Woba (Brazil), expanding co-working spaces
- Katlego Maphai of Yoco (South Africa), enabling digital payments for businesses
As a company that has benefited from Endeavor’s support since our selection last year, Vendease is excited to see these innovative entrepreneurs join the network. We believe that empowering entrepreneurs is key to creating lasting economic and social impact, and we’re committed to supporting this mission.
Our CEO’s involvement in the ISP as a panellist this year marks a full-circle moment for Vendease. It allows us to give back to the entrepreneurial ecosystem that has supported our growth and underscores our commitment to fostering global entrepreneurship and innovation.
We look forward to seeing the incredible advancements these new Endeavor entrepreneurs will bring to their industries and are honoured to play a part in their journey. This experience reinforces our dedication to driving positive change, not only in the food business sector but in the broader entrepreneurial landscape.
Stay tuned for more updates as Vendease continues to support the growth and development of food businesses, driving innovation and positive change in the industry.
