15. Lucy Agwunobi
Vital Stats:
- Business: Arredo by TRT
- Established: 2010
Up-and-coming fact:
With a Master’s in architecture in hand and zero capital, Agwunobi and her husband started their made-to-order furniture business. Today the company has acquired its own facilities and employs over 25 full-time employees at its offices in Lagos and factory in Abuja.
While working in an industry dominated by male players is a challenge, Agwunobi has high hopes for Arredo by TRT, including taking their furniture from Nigeria to the world. Through her company’s innovation, technology and unique craftsmanship she aims to change the face of “Made in Nigeria” to the rest of the world.
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