Festus Ezeli

Rebuilding The Beast

Festus Ezeli

  • #71 - Crystal Adesanya: Immigrant from Nigeria to CEO

#71 - Crystal Adesanya: Immigrant from Nigeria to CEO

Wednesday 23rd November 2022

Listen to Crystal Adesanya's inspiring journey from Nigeria to CEO of Kiira Health on 'Rebuilding the Beast' with Festus Ezeli.
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Rebuilding The Beast
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Crystal Adesanya: From Nigerian Roots to CEO Success

You can't not be successful in whatever you choose to do, because at The End Of The Day, like your parents instilling you very early, that you know you're competing with yourself.
Ever wondered how someone can go from growing up in Nigeria to becoming a successful CEO in America? Meet Crystal Adesanya, an inspiring entrepreneur who made it to the Forbes 30 under 30 list. In this episode of 'Rebuilding the Beast', hosted by NBA champion Festus Ezeli, Crystal shares her remarkable journey. Raised in Nigeria with five older brothers, she credits her upbringing for her work ethic and determination.
Her path wasn’t easy—she faced health problems and struggled to find support, which eventually led her to create Kiira Health. This company aims to provide accessible healthcare, especially for women of color. Crystal talks about her college years, the different career paths she considered, and the challenges she faced raising venture capital as a black woman. She also highlights the importance of diversity in the medical field and shares tips on winning pitch competitions.
Crystal’s husband has been a significant source of inspiration and support throughout her journey. Tune in to hear how she turned obstacles into opportunities and learn valuable lessons on perseverance, grit, and the power of community.