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With over 20 years of experience at the forefront of open science, data infrastructure, and digital innovation, I am passionate about creating community-driven solutions that enhance global research collaboration. As a Regional Engagement Specialist at DataCite, I lead strategic initiatives to advance the adoption of Persistent Identifiers (PIDs), promote metadata best practices, and drive the integration of FAIR principles into research workflows across Africa, Europe, and North America.My journey has been defined by a commitment to improving data accessibility, interoperability, and sustainability. I have spearheaded the development of AI-driven metadata validation tools, ontology-based data strategies, and scalable cloud-native architectures, all designed to make research outputs more discoverable and reusable. At the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), I successfully institutionalized open science practices, facilitating data sprints, training programs, and robust policy frameworks that became models for other organizations.As a leader, I am adept at guiding cross-functional teams, forging strategic partnerships, and driving product adoption. My initiatives in metadata integration and PIDs have been pivotal in creating sustainable data infrastructures, improving data reuse by over 50%, and supporting long-term research collaboration. I am also committed to capacity building, regularly conducting workshops to empower researchers, librarians, and institutions with the knowledge and tools they need to embrace open science.Beyond my core focus on open science, I am dedicated to digital literacy and cybersecurity. Through free training programs, I equip youths with essential skills to navigate the digital world safely, helping to build a secure and informed online community.I am actively exploring new career opportunities where I can leverage my expertise in open science, data management, and digital innovation. If your organization is looking for a leader to drive impactful, sustainable, and community-focused solutions, I would be excited to connect and discuss how I can contribute to your team's success.