Mahamadou Jagana

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Chief of Staff to CEO

Kira

Feb 2025 - Current (7 months)

Lead all venture fundraising efforts, from prospecting and product demos to onboarding and close. Collaborate directly with founders, C-suite executives, controllers, and VPs of Finance to drive execution of company OKRs.

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Venture Fellow

Rogue Womens Fund

Jan 2025 - Current (8 months)

End-to-end sourcing and evaluation of early-stage startups across healthcare, fintech, and B2B SaaS. Conduct screening calls with founders to assess GTM strategy, traction, and founder-market fit. Analyze competitive landscapes, market sizing, and product differentiation to support investment decision-making. Manage the investment pipeline and surface key insights.

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Breaking Into Venture Fellow

BLCK VC

Sep 2024 - Nov 2024 (3 months)

Developed investment theses and drafted early-stage memos focused on founder-market fit, GTM strategy, and competitive dynamics. Researched market trends and supported due diligence on companies across sectors including fintech, AI, and the care economy. Engaged with investors, operators, and GPs through mentor-led sessions on sourcing, fund strategy, and investment decision-making. Deepened knowledge of venture deal structures, pipeline strategy, and founder engagement through project-based learning and cohort collaboration.

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Venture Capital and Startup Fellow

Colorwave

Sep 2024 - Nov 2024 (3 months)

Selected for a competitive fellowship connecting underrepresented professionals to roles in venture-backed startups. Completed workshops and project-based training on startup growth, venture capital mechanics, and product-led team dynamics. Engaged with operators, investors, and founders to deepen insight into startup execution and leadership across functions. Built a diverse network within the tech ecosystem while sharpening my ability to navigate and lead within the innovation economy.

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Program Operations Associate

Upbeat Education

Feb 2024 - Current (1 year 7 months)

Drive execution across partnerships, product, and internal systems to support high-impact customer success initiatives. Own core workflows across service agreements, partner ops, and coordination between tech and customer success teams. Lead special projects to improve efficiency, reduce friction, and align operations with partner needs. Improve internal systems to increase visibility, data accuracy, and service delivery across key accounts.

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College Admissions Consultant & Program Manager

Independent Contractor

Aug 2023 - Feb 2024 (7 months)

Founded and operated a college admissions consultancy, managing application strategy and execution for 150+ students across diverse academic profiles. Built and refined operational workflows to streamline review cycles, ensure 100% on-time submission, and reduce friction for students and families. Led 200+ personalized consultations and workshops focused on storytelling, school selection, and admissions strategy. Owned all aspects of the business, including client onboarding, scheduling, content creation, and service delivery.

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High School Social Studies Teacher | Program Lead

NYC Department of Education

Sep 2021 - Aug 2023 (2 years)

Designed and led flagship programs in Civic Engagement, Financial Literacy, and Career Readiness — managing full lifecycle from concept to execution. Worked with EdTech teams to test and iterate on adaptive learning and assessment platforms, offering real-time feedback from the classroom. Oversaw all operational components of program delivery, including scheduling, guest speakers, stakeholder communication, and resource management. Built strategic partnerships to enhance program content and equip students with practical life skills and postsecondary exposure.

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Virtual Social Studies Teacher | Program Lead

Childrens Aid College Prep Charter School

Aug 2020 - Aug 2021 (1 year 1 month)

Piloted emerging EdTech platforms and delivered structured feedback to startup teams on product usability, engagement, and curriculum alignment. Led all operational aspects of virtual teaching, leveraging tools like Zoom and Google Classroom to manage instruction and student interaction. Provided tech support and onboarding guidance to families to ensure equitable access and learning continuity during remote instruction. Integrated digital resources and learning platforms to streamline curriculum delivery and improve student engagement.

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Volunteer Postsecondary Access Manager

Bridging

Jul 2019 - Feb 2024 (4 years 8 months)

Oversaw all program operations supporting postsecondary access for high school students, including resource management and student progress tracking. Led partnerships with schools and community organizations to expand opportunity pipelines and strengthen local engagement. Designed systems to streamline event planning, improve retention, and scale student support initiatives. Supported students through advising, content delivery, and program design — contributing to long-term outcomes and organizational growth.

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