KEHINDE OLATERU

Experienced AI Product Leader | Fintech & Digital Innovation Strategist

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About

Highly accomplished AI Product Leader with over 8 years of experience spearheading digital innovation and delivering high-impact AI-powered products across fintech, telco, and public sectors in Africa. Proven track record in driving business growth, financial inclusion, and market expansion through strategic product ownership, API integrations, and forging key partnerships with industry leaders like Flutterwave, MTN, and GTBank. Notably contributed to the National AI Intelligence Strategy for the Federal Government of Nigeria.

Work Experience

Co-founder/Chief Product Officer

ZeroComplex AI

Jan 2024 - Present

As Co-founder/Chief Product Officer, led the strategic development and successful launch of AI-powered workflows, driving significant early-stage revenue growth and operational efficiency for enterprise clients across Africa.

  • Spearheaded the development and successful launch of AI Workflows, enabling organizations to automate operations and reduce costs through AI-powered infrastructure.
  • Drove over $60,000 in early-stage revenue by launching and scaling AI solutions for enterprise clients across Africa within the first few months of operation.
  • Established strategic partnerships with MTN Nigeria and initiated collaborations with WhatsApp and Messenger to embed AI services into SME ecosystems, expanding market reach.
  • Led a cross-functional team of engineers, designers, and business analysts, overseeing the entire product lifecycle from ideation to iteration for scalable AI products.
  • Created and implemented internal systems for KPI tracking, ensuring the scalability and reliability of AI services across diverse industries.

Senior Product Manager/Product Owner

Flutterwave

Jun 2023 - Nov 2023

As Senior Product Manager/Product Owner, led critical product initiatives to enhance cross-border payments, expand market presence, and drive strategic partnerships within the fintech ecosystem.

  • Revamped and re-launched Flutterwave Send, significantly improving the cross-border money transfer user experience and driving increased adoption.
  • Co-led product delivery for 'Tuition,' enabling diaspora payments for school fees globally and unlocking new revenue streams for education remittances.
  • Initiated and negotiated strategic partnerships with Hedera and Circle, powering Africa-wide crypto-fiat conversion through Flutterwave's infrastructure.
  • Designed and built the use case, product roadmap, and go-live strategy for the Flutterwave Wallet for Uber Drivers, integrating rewards and loyalty programs.
  • Facilitated seamless API integrations between Flutterwave's payment rails and third-party crypto networks, enhancing platform capabilities and interoperability.

Co-Founder/Head of Products & Business Development

Crenet

Jan 2018 - Nov 2023

As Co-Founder/Head of Products & Business Development, led product strategy, development, and business growth for over 10 digital products across fintech, social impact, and enterprise domains.

  • Led the ideation and MVP development for over 10 digital products, including Blusalt, a digital financial infrastructure that onboarded major clients like 9mobile, MTN MoMo, Glo, and Airtel.
  • Designed and launched the NIBSS Dispute Resolution System (Web & API), effectively resolving all payment/transfer disputes initiated by licensed financial institutions regulated by NIBSS.
  • Developed the TEF Entrepreneurship Program platform, empowering thousands of African entrepreneurs and mentors and contributing to the creation of 1 million jobs and $10 billion in annual revenue across Africa.
  • Managed stakeholder engagement and product delivery for high-profile projects, including GTBank's PAPS system and national digital initiatives for the Office of the Nigerian VP.
  • Oversaw commercial strategy, client onboarding, and regulatory compliance across various product lines, ensuring market fit and adherence to industry standards.

Education

Design Thinking

Stanford Business School

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

Environmental Botany, Environmental Science

University of Lagos

Jan 2006 - Dec 2011

Publications

AI-Driven Optimization Of Bioremediation Strategies For River Pollution: A Comprehensive Review and Future Directions

AI-Driven Optimization Of Bioremediation Strategies For River Pollution: A Comprehensive Review and Future Directions

Skills

Product Management & AI

  • AI Product Strategy
  • Zero-One Product Development
  • AI Infrastructure & Automation
  • Fintech & Payment Innovation
  • Product Team Leadership
  • B2B-B2C Product Development
  • API Architecture, Development & Integration
  • Product Roadmap
  • Go-To-Market Execution
  • Regulator & Stakeholder Management
  • Partnerships & Crypto-2-Fiat Integration

Business Development & Strategy

  • Business Development
  • Customer Acquisition
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Commercial Strategy
  • Client Onboarding