Chinedum Okwudire is a distinguished Nigerian-American mechanical engineer and serves as a professor of Mechanical Engineering and Miller Faculty Scholar at the University of Michigan. He also holds the position of Founder and Chief technology Officer at Ulendo Technologies, Inc. Okwudire’s academic pursuits began with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Middle …
Professor Alistair Mokoena is a distinguished marketing, media, advertising, and technology expert with a remarkable academic background, holding a PhD in Business Administration, an MBA, and a Chartered Marketer qualification. With over 25 years of corporate experience spanning various industries, including FMCG, banking, media, and technology, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to …
Olatunbosun Tijani is a Nigerian-British entrepreneur and the current Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy in Nigeria, assuming office in 2023. Under his leadership in 2019, CcHUB, an innovation center he co-founded, acquired Kenya’s iHub and established the CcHUB Design Lab in Kigali, Rwanda. Additionally, Tijani serves as a visiting adjunct professor at the …
As the Founder of Galamad Aerospace, a pioneering spacecraft engineering company, whose vision is to revolutionize the aerospace industry by bringing spacecraft production to Africa. Headquartered in Singapore, Galamad capitalizes on the diverse pool of international talent available in the region to accelerate our design and innovation processes. It’s ultimate goal is to manufacture spacecraft …
Christelle Mombo-Zigah, born and raised in France to Congolese parents, currently resides in Silicon Valley. She is a devoted wife and mother to two bright, humorous, and expressive young black girls, aged 7 and 4. She holds a master’s degree in International Economics from La Sorbonne University and recently completed the executive LEAD program at …
Dr. Chinasa T. Okolo is a Fellow at The Brookings Institution and a recent Ph.D. graduate in Computer Science from Cornell University. Her research at Brookings focuses on exploring the potential of human-centered AI in the Global South. Specifically, she examines how African governments can facilitate effective AI governance, investigates the impact of data work …
Charlene Hunter is the Founder & CEO, Coding Black Females. She leads initiatives to provide opportunities and support for black women in technology. With a strong background in software development and technical architecture, she is the driving force behind Coding Black Females, a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring, empowering, and highlighting the talents of black …
Camille Stewart Gloster is a multifaceted strategist, attorney, and executive with a unique perspective on intricate technology, cyber, national security, and foreign policy matters. Her extensive experience has led her to prominent positions at renowned government and private sector entities, including the White House, Department of Homeland Security, Deloitte, and Google. With her adept understanding …
Billy Gene Shaw is a distinguished internet marketer and entrepreneur renowned for his company, Billy Gene Is Marketing, which imparts invaluable knowledge to marketers and entrepreneurs on diverse strategies to elevate their businesses. What sets Billy Gene apart is his authentic approach—he embraces his true self without hesitation. He hails from San Diego, CA, and …
Betelhem Dessie is an Ethiopian developer specializing in web and mobile technologies. Currently serving as the Founder and CEO of iCog- Anyone Can Code (ACC), She holds ownership of four patented projects individually and an additional three in collaboration. Recognized as “The youngest pioneer in Ethiopia’s rapidly emerging tech scene” by CNN, Betelhem’s achievements underscore …