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Chris Folayan

Commander · DISC type D
Co-Founder / Executive Officer at Luma Learn
📍 United States

Chris Folayan is an award-winning serial tech entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience, multiple successful exits, and a BA from San José State University. As Co-Founder of Luma Learn AI, he is transforming education for underserved learners in Africa, while also leading his venture builder Founder Centered and software firm OCFX.

Outside of his ventures, Chris is a dedicated author, speaker, and podcast host focused on mentorship. He has written an award-winning book to help founders secure investment and a childrens book on business principles. He often shares content on faith and personal growth to empower fellow entrepreneurs and leaders.

Unique fact: He holds a patent for an eCommerce system that simplifies global online shopping and is the author of a business book for toddlers.

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Experience
28 Years
Current Role
Co-Founder / Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
United States
Personality Overview

How Chris shows up

Strong-Willed
Very Quick
Decisive

They like to be in a position where they can control the conversation and terms. They are not focused on building rapport and relationships. They like to act fast and expect others to do the same.

Priorities

Topics Chris cares about

Global EdTech
As Co-Founder of Luma Learn AI, he uses AI and WhatsApp to deliver personalized tutoring to over 160, 000 underserved learners across Africa.
Startup Mentorship
He founded Founder Centered to connect entrepreneurs with resources and authored the award-winning book "From Pitch To Close" to guide founders on securing investment.
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Career

Work history

5-2025
Co-Founder / Executive Officer
Luma Learn
2-2025
Startup Advisor
Techstars
1-2025
Board Member
SIXTH HIVE
10-2024
Chief Education Officer
Four Sparks Academy
6-2024
Board Member
Research Alpha
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
BA
San José State University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

D

Dominance (D)

Dominance (D) reflects how goal and task oriented a person is, and their ability to accomplish results irrespective of how demanding the circumstances might be. Those scoring high tend to be motivated by winning, competition, and success.

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