Ugo Arinzeh

Dynamic, successful entrepreneur with a unique global outlook inspiring & helping other women start their own businesses

Nigeria-born, raised in America and now living in London, Ugo Arinzeh has a unique global perspective on business and culture.

She has an MBA in finance and spent over 10 years with Bank of America Merrill Lynch structuring and negotiating real estate transactions.  

After leaving banking, she moved to London to work as the Chief Financial Officer for an international architectural firm prior to founding Onyx Property Consultants in 2012.   Over the years Ugo has personally bought, sold and managed properties both in the US and London.  

Given her interest in people and property, and wealth of knowledge in banking, real estate transactions, and property investing, Onyx has been the perfect way for Ugo to combine her passion and skills.

Ugo loves to help other women wanting to set up their own business by sharing her knowledge and experience, passing on tips and giving advice.  Her speaking topics include:

Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
How to Launch your own business
Staying Disciplined as an Entrepreneur
Failing your way to success
Importance of goal setting and staying focused
Tips from an entrepreneur on networking and staying connected
Standing out in a male dominated industry

Ugo is also very happy to talk more specifically about the property world.  Please get in touch to discuss.

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