Maxime Bayen
Operating Partner
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CATALYST FUND
Maxime is the Operating Partner at Catalyst Fund. Previously, he was the Head of Venture Building & Lead Venture Partner there, leading support for 20+ start-ups across eight African markets. Before Catalyst, he served as Head of Venture Building at Greentec Capital, accelerating 10 portfolio companies. Over the past decade, Maxime has invested in, accelerated, or advised over 60 start-ups, including angel investments. He also co-created 'Africa: The Big Deal,' a leading platform for data and insights on African start-up deals.
Sessions
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Agri-Fintech, Marketplaces, and Inclusive Innovation: Unlocking Growth on Africa’s Frontier08-Dec-2025Auditorium