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Ifeanyi Ossai | |
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Born | Delta | 16 December 1992
Known for | Founder CribMD |
Spouse | Princess Sarah Ossai |
Website | cribmd |
Ifeanyi Ossai Nwabuonwu Idriss (born December 16, 1992), known as Ifeanyi Ossai is an Ambassador of Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) and Founder of CribMD, a Digital health consultation platform. [1] [2] [3] [4]
He pioneered advanced technology and data-driven insights in Nigeria to revolutionize construction supply and procurement through Indigeneex. [5] [6] [7]
Ifeanyi was born in Nigeria. He obtained his MBA from Avila University. His further education came in the form of management, Electrical Engineering and communication industry courses, where he utilized these skills to start businesses. [8]
As co-founder and CEO, Ossai secured $2.5 million in venture capital funding from investors to expand CribMD which later acquired Charisland Pharmaceuticals group to tackle the counterfeit medication epidemic. [9] [10] [11] [12]
Ossai also founded Indigeneex, a construction company focused on sustainable building practices and green construction. [13]
Ossai's contributions to healthcare innovation and access earned him a nomination for Forbes 30 Under 30. [5]
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