She is An African Woman who has made a conscious decision to rise above expectations, distinguishing herself from the Lot. A major in Wealth Management, Bimpe Nkontchou is definitely a plus to African Entrepreneurs and Families with a heart and eye for Business in Africa. Strong willed and daring, she is Passionate about delivering World class legal and advisory services especially at a time where Africans are participating in the Global Economic Growth, tackling pertinent issues like Family Governance, Business Consultancy, Financial Education, Estate & Succession planning amongst others. She’s one to rely on where there is a deficiency in Wealth Knowledge. Her over 30 active years of Expertise makes her a pillar in the field. She spoke at the 2022 Black Women in Asset Management Conference in London. Obviously her value is sought after and unmatched. She is the founder and managing principal of W8 Advisory, a wealth management boutique firm based in Central London with a strong presence in the UK. She also owns W8 Wealth, a sister company that provides regulated investment management services. She is an Inspiration and hope to African Women.
Her rise to the top brings so much encouragement and the importance that African Women need to invest in their abilities by working hard, which stands tall and is rewarding in due time. According to
Bimpe Nkontchou, “A woman’s ability to earn, save and invest plays a critical role in the well-being of her children, her community and the economic posperity of a nation. The issue of Wealth Creation is what keeps her alive and energised. She is a Woman who is intentional about empowering. With so much value, it isn’t surprising that she’s in the spotlight. Africa needs more of Such Women who aren’t only contented about securing Wealth for themselves, but in ensuring that others get the desired and needful Knowledge to strive.
Throwing visibility on her Work experience, From 1987 to 1992 she worked as Associate Solicitor for Bentley, Edu & Co. From 1993 to 1998, She was Senior Assoc/Partner at Aluko & Oyebode, in the Corporate and Commercial department, with other responsibilities like spearheading International Business Development for International clients. From 1998 to 2014, she was the Co-Founder and Managing partner for ADDIE & CO Solicitors. She Shoulders other demanding responsibilities that keeps her pumped up for results. In 2015, she Founded W8 Advisory & Wealth 8 Limited, where she is still serving as Managing Principal. In 2020, she Co- Founded Wealth8. She equally doubles as Director. Bimpe is a Member Board of Trustees for Yinka Shonibare Foundation and Church Revitalisation Trust.
She has a vast knowledge and a Standing background in the field of Law. In 1987, she obtained a Bachelor’s in Law from Nigeria Law School. In 1990, she bagged a Master’s of Law from UCL(University College London). In 1997 she completed a Solicitor, English & Wales, Legal Practice Course from the College of Law, London – UK. In 2014, she became a Barrister & Member of the Honourable Society of the Middle Temple Inns of Court, London. She is a Solicitor of The Supreme Court of England & Wales, Member Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, A Qualified Trust & Estate Advisor, and a Full Member of The Chartered Institute For Securities & Investment( The CISI).
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