About The Instructor
Global Award-Winning Serial-Entrepreneur | Award-Winning Author | Advisor | Investor | Public Speaker | Proud Father
Chris is a successful award-winning global serial-entrepreneur who has successfully raised $10's of millions of dollars for his startups, generating multimillion-dollar revenues monthly. He launched his first business before the age of 8, growing up in an entrepreneurial family. He has built several companies globally in multiple industries from Music, eCommerce, Software, EduTech, FinTech and many more. He has worked with Global brands like SONY, LSI, EPSON, CapitalOne, Adobe, and Quantum to name a few. As a father who has raised his own two children to be entrepreneurs, Chris has spent years building companies and teaching founders worldwide how to create thriving businesses. He is now ready to share his expertise with you, teaching what it takes to build an investor-ready business with a high valuation from the ground up.
Chris is currently the CEO / Founder of Founder Centered. A fast growing global networking platform for founders/entrepreneurs to build their network. He is also the co-Founder of several other companies including Luma Learn one of the fastest growing educational platforms in Africa providing free education to kids in rural communities utilizing AI. You can learn more about Chris at ChrisFolayan.com
For over 25 years, I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the world’s most innovative brands, as well as partnering with incredible startups and leading global incubators and accelerators. Throughout this journey, I’ve provided valuable insights into entrepreneurship and the art of building successful businesses from the ground up. While creating a business is no small feat, it becomes far more achievable when you have the guidance of someone who’s walked that path before—offering experience, strategy, and support every step of the way.
Empowering today’s founders and the parents of tomorrow’s innovators to thrive.
Driven by
Passion is the key motivator behind all successful actions. The more passionate we are, the more likely we are to succeed, even when challenges arise.
Succeed with
Innovation sets our business ideas apart, putting us at the top of our game and unlocking the genius within each of us.
Growing through
Network plays a crucial role in defining our net worth. Connections we build throughout are key indicators of how quickly we can succeed and grow.
Inspire throgh
Knowledge is the foundation that empowers and inspires us to achieve greater goals, innovate, and create lasting impact.