Drew Durbin is the CEO of Wave. Durbin is based in Senegal. Durbin has held the role since 2018.
Drew Durbin co-founded Wave Mobile Money in 2018 to provide affordable digital financial services across Africa, starting in Senegal. He previously founded Sendwave, a digital remittance company that became the largest money transfer service to Africa before being acquired in 2020. He is a Brown University graduate who served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Tanzania.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Wave's latest funding round, with the mobile-money platform raising €117 million to expand its financial services across West Africa. The headlines reflect ongoing interest in Drew Durbin's fintech venture as a significant player in Africa's digital finance landscape, particularly for serving the informal economy through mobile-first solutions.
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Drew Durbin: FAQ
- Who is Drew Durbin?
- Drew Durbin is the Co-founder & CEO of Wave, based in Senegal.
- What company does Drew Durbin lead?
- Drew Durbin is CEO of Wave, a role held since 2018.