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Nairobi, Kenya

Antler is a global startup generator and early-stage VC with a less than 3% application acceptance rate. Collaborated with exceptional individuals from diverse backgrounds to create high-growth companies with global reach. Gained a global outlook on life and valuable experience in building global companies and working with investors.I Co-founded Afriziki during tenure at Antler.

Nairobi, Kenya

Yamadori House is a hobby turned business thats an e- commerce online store dedicated to urban farmers.We stock a variety of products and services to draw in customers at all gardening levels, from the beginner to the enthusiast.We envision a future where live plants are the biggest house and office accessory in Kenya.We stock our products and services in the following categories;Succulents | Bonsai | Indoor Plants | Outdoor Plants | Herbs & Spices | Gardening Accessories | Gardening Services.

Nairobi County, Kenya

Black Market Africa is a new media company founded and based in Nairobi, Kenya who’s purpose is to maximize value for African content creators and owners. We collaborate to create contemporary content.I drive the conceptualisation, design, development, and marketing of innovative media content products for Black Market Africa, maximising value for content owners and creators.Developed and managed successful projects, including Kelele Sessions, a platform for debate in the Kenyan music scene, and QR8, a series of music EPs distributed by Black Market Africa. Demonstrated exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, building strong relationships with stakeholders, clients, and industry professionals.Manage stage production for concerts, overseeing set design, booking and facilitating rehearsals, and ensuring seamless event execution. Notable achievement: Successfully managed the stage and logistics for the MNE Festival, featuring renowned artist REMA, attracting thousands of attendees.

Nairobi County, Kenya

2ManySiblings are a brother and sister duo taking a new approach on African thrifting and thus forging a new and distinct fashion vision from Nairobi, Kenya. In my role I was responsible for managing the brand and the activities of their event Thrift Social, a bi-monthly event that provides a creative space and platform to promote Kenyan art, fashion and photography with musical performances, clothes, food and drinks vendors.Successfully facilitated a major fashion deal between 2Many Siblings and ASOS, resulting in the Made in Kenya Capsule Collection.Orchestrated the growth and management of the highly successful Thrift Social event, coordinating venues, performers, and vendors.Grew event attendance by over 100x within the first year, establishing Thrift Social as a premier Kenyan fashion and lifestyle event.

Nairobi County, Kenya

Blackstar Entertainment is a full service entertainment company, with a diverse roster of multimedia services. Blackstar handles a diverse portfolio of local and international clients offeringsolutions like events, film, experiential marketing, promotions and strategic business events.Established an entertainment, events, and multimedia solutions provider, delivering exceptional results and driving business growth.I led strategic initiatives to expand market reach and successfully launched major brands, talents and TV shows.Executed high-level events for corporate clients, demonstrating expertise in delivering exceptional experiences.Notable achievements:Led the inaugural launch of Summit Larger, Keroche Breweries' first beer brand, driving nationwide market expansion and market share growth.Developed and executed an innovative youth-focused marketing strategy for the Orange Telcom Launch, surpassing target sim card distribution and positioning Orange as one of the fastest-growing telecom companies at the time.Collaborated with renowned brands like Coca-Cola, EABL, P&G, Chase Bank, and others, executing highly successful internal corporate events and public-facing events.Produced groundbreaking TV shows such as Wakilisha on NTV (Kalasha Awards Nominee), Rush Live on NTV, and Xtreem Music on Citizen TV (Winner of Chaguo la Teeneez - Best Music Show).

Nairobi County, Kenya

As Kenya was set to celebrate is 50th year of independence, we were commissioned to come up with an ingenious way of celebrating Kenya's Jubilee year. Served as a key member of the Kenya@50 Secretariat, responsible for directing activities and managing talent for Kenya's 50th year of independence celebrations.I led and developed high-performing teams within and outside of government, fostering a collaborative work environment allowing us to successfully pitch to corporate companies for corporate sponsorship, securing vital funding for key events. G.O.K seeded Ksh 500k and we successfully raised an extra Ksh 1 Billion to facilitate the year long event.Collaborated with various government bodies and stakeholders to ensure the success of high-profile activities, including the Governors Ball and the Kenya at 50 Jubilee Jamuhuri Day Celebrations at Kasarani Stadium.