Ogechukwu
"Money" Madu

Business owner • Community-driven • Always building something

Houston, Texas
Ogechukwu Money Madu — Houston business owner and community leader

Building across Houston

Paint HTX — Professional residential and commercial painting in Houston

Paint HTX

Houston-based residential and commercial painting company delivering quality craftsmanship across the Greater Houston area.

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SoleTies Run Club — Houston's community run club

SoleTies Run Club

Houston's fastest growing run club — a nonprofit built around running, men's and women's wellness, community service, and brand partnerships.

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YouGotPreapproved.com — Licensed mortgage lending in Houston

Licensed Loan Originator

NMLS #2246741 — Helping individuals and families in Houston navigate the mortgage process and build toward homeownership.

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The Blackseed Group — Investment company

The Blackseed Group

An investment company spanning stocks, real estate, and fix-and-flip projects. The stock arm alone returned just under $100K at 44% profit.

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A timeline of doing things

2025

Became HUD Housing Consultant

Added HUD consultant credential (#D1261) to further serve Houston homebuyers.

2025

Launched Paint HTX

Opened a Houston-based painting company serving residential and commercial clients.

2025

Cofounded SoleTies Run Club

Built a running community in Houston centered on fitness, connection, and consistency.

2023

Partnered on Jolie in downtown Houston

Co-owned Jolie, a cocktail lounge in downtown Houston. The business was sold in 2025.

2021

Became a Licensed Loan Originator

Earned NMLS #2246741 to help Houston homebuyers navigate the lending process.

2019

Left corporate — full entrepreneur

Walked away from engineering and corporate work for good. Full-time business owner since.

2018

Launched The Blackseed Group

Started an investment company spanning stocks, real estate, and fix-and-flip projects.

2017

MBA from Pepperdine University

Graduated from the Graziadio Business School at Pepperdine University with an MBA.

2017

Published first book

Released "10 Reasons Why You Are Living Centsless" — a straightforward look at financial habits.

2014

First property purchase

Bought a house in Sweetwater, TX for $58,500 — started as a primary residence, became a long-term rental.

2013

BS in Electrical Engineering from UTSA

Graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a degree in Electrical Engineering.