Galen Welsch - JIBU

While working in Morocco with the Peace Corps, Galen Welsh observed the disconnect between what communities need and what donors want to fund. With investment from his dad, Galen piloted his original Jibu model in Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. All three failed, but Galen learned quickly and adapted. From those early failures to a harrowing experience defending his brand, Galen recounts his journey to launch 160 franchises with 10,000 retail points in 8 African countries and provide opportunities for African entrepreneurs.

Episode 52 of the Line of Sight Podcast podcast, hosted by Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship, titled "Galen Welsch - JIBU" was published on March 5, 2024 and runs 39 minutes.

March 5, 2024 ·39m · Line of Sight Podcast

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While working in Morocco with the Peace Corps, Galen Welsh observed the disconnect between what communities need and what donors want to fund. With investment from his dad, Galen piloted his original Jibu model in Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. All three failed, but Galen learned quickly and adapted. From those early failures to a harrowing experience defending his brand, Galen recounts his journey to launch 160 franchises with 10,000 retail points in 8 African countries and provide opportunities for African entrepreneurs.

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While working in Morocco with the Peace Corps, Galen Welsh observed the disconnect between what communities need and what donors want to fund. With investment from his dad, Galen piloted his original Jibu model in Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. All three failed, but Galen learned quickly and adapted. From those early failures to a harrowing experience defending his brand, Galen recounts his journey to launch 160 franchises with 10,000 retail points in 8 African countries and provide opportunities for African entrepreneurs.

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