Tech & innovation
Helping tech founders transition from MVP to institutional-grade organisations with robust governance and unit economics.
Trusted by industry leaders
The advisory journey
Our structured framework.
A disciplined 5-step evolution designed to move your enterprise from operational chaos to strategic excellence.
- 1
Apply
A structured application that helps us understand your business.
- 2
Kick-off
Meet your assigned advisor and set the agenda for the programme.
- 3
Plan
A tailored business plan, reviewed and signed off together.
- 4
6–12 months of advisory
Weekly or fortnightly sessions, concrete action items, partner introductions.
- 5
Graduate
Hand-off into the ecosystem — banking, financing, bookkeeping — and stay connected.
Who we serve
Industries we empower.
We focus on high-potential sectors driving the Nigerian economy. Sector-agnostic in principle — disciplined where it counts.
Agribusiness
Streamlining value chains and implementing modern financial controls for commercial farming operations.
Manufacturing
Optimising floor operations, supply-chain logistics, and debt management for local production firms.
Creative economy
Building commercial structures around talent in entertainment, fashion, and digital media to attract global investment.
The architectural advisory
Precision guidance for Nigerian ambition.
We partner with established SMEs ready to transition from organic growth to structured institutional success. Our approach is designed for the visionaries building Nigeria's future.
See how our framework works
Core sectors of focus
Retail & commerce
Boutique retailers, e-commerce, market traders.
Food & hospitality
Restaurants, packaged food producers, catering.
Tech & services
Software, digital media, professional services.
Manufacturing & agri
Light manufacturing, agribusiness, packaged goods.
Who we are
See, think, and build different.
Digital clients or not, at our firm, we go on a journey with your product to help you see, think and build different. We are Unshelled!
- Products
- Ideate and build products with the right moat.
- Strategy
- Design compelling product strategies.
- Business
- Revamp and transform your existing business.
- Marketing
- Hit the market the right way.
Our working process
A repeatable approach we use with every business — shaped for the advisory programme.
- 01
Understand
We learn about your business, your goals, and the constraints you're working within.
- 02
Design
Together we find the product-market sweet spot and map the changes that will unlock growth.
- 03
Innovate
We build a plan that is unique to your business — no playbook, no copy-paste advice.
- 04
Execute
Rapid, iterative execution with weekly check-ins, measurable action items, and real accountability.
Reach us
- Email: info@unshelled.org
- Phone: 08120280055
- Address: 30, Turnbull Road, Ikoyi, Lagos state
Frequently asked
Questions, answered.
Can't find what you're looking for? Reach out and we'll get back to you.
Ambitious Nigerian small and medium businesses that are past the idea stage, have a product or service in market, and want structured help to grow, formalise, and access funding.
Six to twelve months, depending on your goals and pace. We agree the length together during the kick-off session and review at the halfway point.
Participation is free for accepted applicants. The programme is funded by Unshelled and its partners as part of their commitment to Nigerian SME growth.
We encourage it because it unlocks other parts of the ecosystem — but it is not a requirement to participate in the advisory itself.
No. SeedFi assesses loan applications on their own merit. Being in the programme doesn't guarantee approval, but we help you put together the strongest possible application.
You can still apply. If registration is the right next step for you, we'll support you through the process as part of the advisory.
Most businesses meet with their advisor weekly or fortnightly. We adjust the cadence to fit your availability and the stage of work.
You stay connected through the Unshelled ecosystem and retain your relationship with Alternative Bank and any other partners you engaged with during the programme.
Ready to apply?
Applications for the next Advisory Cohort close soon. Secure your place alongside Nigeria's most promising SME leaders.
Structured 12-month engagement framework