Flutterwave
Financial Technology
Positioning Flutterwave for an imminent IPO through workspace strategy
With an IPO on the horizon, Flutterwave was poised to shed its startup skin and emerge as a mature, seasoned contender in the global fintech arena.
They needed to reinforce their brand, cultivate robust partnerships with key stakeholders such as the Central Bank of Nigeria, and future investors, while simultaneously fostering internal collaboration for sustained growth.
Size: 1,000 square meter
Completion Date: 2023
Scope: Design + Project Management
Insights
The key insight was that a strategic Headquarters could serve as a symbol of maturity and sophistication, reinforcing the company's readiness for the IPO phase.
Therefore, the new Flutterwave HQ needed to embody the brand’s progressive ethos, support complex stakeholder engagement, and drive better alignment between senior executives and the product teams.
Our Solutions
1. Premier Real Estate Selection: Through our real estate advisory partnership, we positioned Flutterwave in a strategically located Grade A building that houses industry giants like Microsoft and Meta (formerly Facebook).
2. Selective Team Relocation: A deliberate relocation of the executive and product teams only to the new office to kindle synergy, drive innovation, and enhance decision-making processes pivotal to IPO success.
Positioning Flutterwave for an imminent IPO through workspace strategy
We equipped Flutterwave with a comprehensive suite of technological tools designed to amplify their operations, ensuring maximum efficiency and productivity. Recognizing the importance of seamless connectivity for hybrid and remote teams, we focused on deploying advanced solutions that facilitate collaboration, security, and streamlined workflows.
“Our new headquarters embodies our brand vision for an ideal headquarters.”
Project Manager, Flutterwave
Results
1. Brand Positioning: Upsurge in high-value partnership inquiries, boosting the financial industry with innovative products and services.
2. Enhanced Collaboration: Increase in collaborative activities between cross functional teams, and an enabling environment for engagements with CBN regulators.
3. Business Growth: On track, and in progress towards ultimate goal of IPO.
Tour Inside the New Flutterwave Headquarters
Flutterwave, partners with workspace innovation leaders, Spacefinish & Campus HQ to relocate its executive leadership to a new Headquarters in the prestigious Kings Tower building.
Our CEO, Remi Dada and Design Program Manager, May Lawani take you on a walkthrough of this transformative space.
