20 mins | Shifting Gears – From Executive to Entrepreneur

• Speaker: Jimi Tewe & Lola Eniolorunda.
• The mindset shifts required to transition from corporate to startup.
• Common fears and misconceptions about entrepreneurship.
• Real-life success stories.

30 mins | Hear from those who’ve made the leap

• Panelists: Reneta Jenkins, Mo Ekujimi, and more
• Moderator: Lola Eniolorunda or guest host

Discussions on:

• The biggest challenges in leaving a stable job.
• What they wish they knew before starting.
• Managing risk and finances.
• How to validate an idea before quitting your job.

30 mins | Your step-by-step guide to launching

• Guest Expert: To be announced.
• How to identify and validate a startup idea.
• Understanding product-market fit before going all in.
• Navigating the first 6-12 months: Bootstrapping, hiring, and funding.
• How Exequi helps professionals build startups without quitting their jobs immediately.

45 mins | From idea to execution—fast. Choose your path:

• Option 1: Develop your own startup idea in groups using structured templates.
• Option 2: Work with pre-researched startup ideas from Exequi.
 Refine your idea, then pitch in 1-minute lightning rounds.

20 mins | Strategic steps before leaving your 9-to-5

• One-on-one conversation with a corporate-to-startup founder.

Topics covered:

• Building a side hustle without burnout.
• How to leverage corporate skills in a startup.
• Funding strategies: Self-funding vs. external investment.
• When is the right time to quit?

10 mins | Your roadmap beyond the event

• Exequi’s Offer: How we support professionals launching startups.
• Key takeaways.
• Call-to-action: Book a free strategy session with Exequi.

30 mins | Exclusive connections with speakers and fellow founders

• Light refreshments and meaningful conversations.
• Optional sign-up for Exequi’s startup coaching or next event.