Leslie Awasom , Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer, XSITE Capital Investment | Cameroon / United States
CORE 100 — Africa’s 100 Most Impactful People in Construction & Real Estate 2026
Leslie Awasom is a real estate entrepreneur, investor and healthcare professional whose operational leadership has contributed to the growth of XSITE Capital Investment into a substantial multifamily property investment platform. As Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer, he brings a disciplined approach to investment operations, financial analysis and the management of residential property assets.
Working alongside Dr. Julius Kunle Oni and Tenny Tolofari, Awasom has helped develop XSITE Capital's investment operations and expand its portfolio across the United States. In February 2026, the company reported approximately $276 million in assets under management and 1,422 residential units. His responsibilities extend to operational coordination, investment analysis and supporting professionals seeking to participate in multifamily real estate ownership. Awasom has also been involved in promoting XSITE Africa's vision of connecting African and diaspora investors with property investment opportunities, including the proposed LUMINA development at Eko Atlantic in Lagos. His professional journey demonstrates how operational expertise, financial discipline and entrepreneurship can contribute to building a scalable real estate investment business.
Why CORE 100
Leslie Awasom is recognised among Africa’s 100 Most Impactful People in Construction & Real Estate 2026 for his contribution to real estate investment operations, multifamily portfolio growth, investor education and the development of opportunities for Africans to participate in structured property ownership.
IMPACT AREAS: Real Estate Investment • Asset Operations • Multifamily Housing • Financial Analysis • Investor Education • Entrepreneurship
CORE 100 — CLASS OF 2026
Recognising the people building, developing and shaping Africa’s built future.
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