Ignition Program: Problem and Passion Identification

Speaker: Mamadou Wade

Bio: Mamadou Wade, whose background is Senegalese, was born in Ohio and moved to Halifax with his family at the age of 11. He is a graduate of the University of Toronto. Entrepreneurship has always been a passion for him, but giving back is something he is equally fond of. Education—whether formal or informal—has always been a pillar in Mamadou’s life and a stepping stone to new avenues. Throughout his professional career, he has worked with various community-driven organizations. As a young person, he believes that one thing worth protecting is community. When he is not in the office, he finds pleasure in art and other creative means, as well as staying physically active and spiritually in tune.