Stephanie Modilim is already making waves in fintech, intellectual property, and compliance law.
With an appreciation of the intersection between law and technology, she is part of a rapidly evolving legal landscape where innovation must align with regulation.
Modilim’s journey in tech business advisory began at the University of Lagos, where she graduated with a Law degree with Honours.
Her academic excellence and passion for intellectual property law positioned her early for a promising career at the crossroads of regulation and emerging technologies.
In her new role in the Legal, Risk, and Compliance practice at Chipper Cash – one of Africa’s fastest-growing fintech unicorns – Modilim is tackling the challenges of protecting intellectual property, ensuring regulatory compliance, and navigating the complexities of a highly regulated sector.
She focuses on safeguarding the company’s proprietary financial technologies, addressing data privacy concerns, and ensuring expansion compliance amid evolving regulations.
Her move into fintech coincides with a period when African startups are pushing the boundaries of digital finance.
Modilim is part of a new wave of lawyers dedicated to ensuring innovation in the industry is supported by the law.
In her perspective, a structured compliance and intellectual property strategy is not just about mitigating risks – it’s about creating opportunities for long-term success.
With her achievements and track record in the industry, Modilim is solidifying her reputation as a powerhouse in the technology business.
Her expertise, ambition, and forward-thinking approach set her apart in the fintech and intellectual property law space.
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