Gifty Okparaji

Marketplace Strategy | Platform Growth | Industry Partnerships Founder of Buildbeta®️ and Founder & Director of Nextspace Construction UK Ltd. I am a seasoned entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience spanning construction, business operations, and digital platforms. I have built deep-rooted networks across contractors and small businesses, with a proven ability to drive contractor acquisition and regional marketplace liquidity. I founded Buildbeta®️, a contractor–homeowner marketplace platform — to address long-standing inefficiencies in the construction ecosystem, including fragmented communication and limited access to trusted stakeholders and project intelligence. Since 2024, the platform has enabled users to connect, plan, and manage projects more efficiently within a single, integrated ecosystem. I lead the platform end-to-end, spanning product development, technology strategy, partnerships, customer acquisition, and operational growth. My focus is on scaling a high-trust, high-liquidity marketplace that delivers real value across the construction supply chain. My background includes board-level involvement in manufacturing and construction, where I supported operational growth and contract delivery. I am passionate about building solutions that improve productivity, transparency, and outcomes across the built environment. Open to collaboration with contractors, developers, suppliers, industry organisations, and global partners and investors working to modernise construction.