Zach is the Managing Partner at Launch Africa Ventures – Africa’s most prominent and active early-stage VC Fund with a portfolio of 130+ tech ventures across 20+ countries. He is also the Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Startupbootcamp AfriTech – the leading multi-corporate backed venture accelerator program in Africa. Zach is a prominent Angel… Read more »
“Yvette is a digital strategy professional with over 7+ years in media. She brings user research experience and a commitment to experimentation to achieve commercial outcomes. Yvette was previously Head of Audience Engagement at BusinessDay, Nigeria’s oldest business daily, where she led the digital services team and the newsroom’s digital transformation. She helped the newsroom… Read more »
“Yusuf Paruk is a multifaceted professional who has carved an exceptional path in the fields of business, telecommunications, and investment. Born in South Africa, he represents the third generation of a family deeply rooted in the nation’s vibrant fabric. His journey is a testament to the power of tenacity, adaptability, and the pursuit of excellence.Academic… Read more »
“Current – Director, Head of Sub-Saharan Africa in Export & Agency Finance at Citi, covering export credit agencies (ECA), multi-lateral agencies (MLA), and development finance institutions (DFI) supported financing for corporates, sovereigns, and financial institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa 2017-2018- International Monetary Fund, working on sovereign debt financing (Washington DC) 2012-2017 – Structured Finance at Citi… Read more »
“Strategic executive with a demonstrated history of delivering business growth and transformation. Strength-based innovative leadership. Strong banking and financial background. 18 years of experience within BNP Paribas Algeria and one of its founders. Actually agreed by the Central Bank as a Deputy CEO of the bank. Certified as a financial markets professional by the AMF,… Read more »
Yaw was born in Ghana, raised in South Africa. He qualified as a chartered accountant at PwC. After qualifying he joined the investment team of a South African quasi DFI called the National Empowerment Fund. After a few years in that role he joined the new business and investment banking solutions team of Standard Bank’s… Read more »
“Yaw is an investor and entrepreneur whose worldview has been shaped by his extensive finance and investing experience in both North America and Africa. W ith a successful career in investment banking and private equity, Yaw has demonstrated a remarkable track record in structuring and investing capital across diverse industries and financing structures.”
“Dr. Yaseen Khan is the co-founder and CEO at Essential Medical Guidance. He is a medical doctor by background, having practiced as GP and an Emergency Room Physician in South Africa. He is also trained in Clinical Epidemiology. Yaseen is based out of Cape Town, and more recently finds himself in London-UK where the EMGuidance… Read more »
“With his rich background leading global public and private high-tech pacesetters, Yaron Tchwella brings a wealth of experience and cutting-edge vision to Mitrelli Group. For more than 30 years, Yaron has guided innovative companies in the development of industry-disrupting products and solutions that help shape a better, more sustainable world. Over the years, he has… Read more »
“Wrenelle has over 30 years of work experience in the aviation and energy industries. She has extensive experience in both the public and private sector. Finding the sweet spot in the nexus between the two is the thread that strings together her various roles. Prior to joining Wesgro, Wrenelle held three other CEO roles, including… Read more »