Lizketty Odiwuor

I’m a founder and creative entrepreneur from Kisumu building in Kenya’s leather crotchet blend goods space. I run a small business focused on handcrafted leather crotchet blend products, and I’m currently in VC Scout training with LvlUp Venture to deepen my understanding of startup investing, due diligence, and founder support.

I’m interested in mentoring because I know how lonely and confusing the early stages feel. I didn’t have many people showing me the ropes when I started, so I want to be that person for someone else. My focus areas are: early-stage founder strategy, product-market fit for physical products, bootstrapping vs raising capital, storytelling for pitch decks, and navigating Kenya’s startup + manufacturing ecosystem.

I also love working with founders who are building tangible products, not just apps. If you’re figuring out supply chains, unit economics, or how to make investors care about a “non-tech” business, I can help. I bring real founder energy + fresh VC Scout insights, so I can give both the builder’s perspective and the investor’s lens.

Outside of leather, I’m curious about climate tech, agri-value chains, and businesses solving problems for African markets. I mentor because growth multiplies when we share what we know. If you’re serious, coachable, and ready to do the work, let’s build together.

I am passionate towards the rising of an Africa entrepreneur.