David Idris Email & Phone Number

Nigeria

Partnership Strategy: Leading MaxWryte’s partnership division, identifying and cultivating relationships with key gaming organizations, platforms, and esports companies across Africa.Market Penetration: Positioning MaxWryte as a game-changer in digital marketing for the African gaming industry, leveraging AI-powered tools to boost engagement and revenue streams for African gamers through platforms like Twitch and YouTube.Revenue Generation: Driving strategic initiatives that are expanding MaxWryte’s partnerships with esports teams, streamers, and influencers, providing new monetization pathways for gamers.Community Impact: Focusing on enhancing the African gaming community by developing tools and services that directly target market pain points, such as limited streaming opportunities and underutilized digital platforms.One of the projects I’m most proud of is my involvement with @AfricaComicade, specifically as one of the official media partner delegates for Gamathon 2024. This event, which is one of Africa's largest video game conventions, brought together over 2,000 creatives from across the continent. It was a unique platform for networking, idea exchange, and showcasing the incredible talent within Africa’s gaming and tech ecosystem.At Gamathon 2024, I played a key role in highlighting the event's groundbreaking moments, including the Ark Pitch, where indie developers and game studios pitched their projects to secure prototype grants. As a media partner, I was responsible for capturing and documenting these critical moments and ensuring that the stories and creativity on display reached a wider audience.This experience demonstrated the power of storytelling through media, and how capturing pivotal moments can help shape the future of an industry. It reinforced my belief in the importance of creating platforms that give visibility to underserved communities.

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Technology Strategy & Leadership:Directed the overall technology strategy, overseeing platforms, partnerships, and external relationships across various sectors including automation, smart homes, farm produce, holistic living, and the movie industry.Led research and development initiatives to stay at the forefront of innovation and cutting-edge technology.Operational Management:Managed annual operating and capital budgets, optimized infrastructure assets, and ensured adherence to technology standards and best practices.Collaborated with subsidiaries like Evolve Beyond Studios and Beyond Beauty to integrate advanced technology solutions in film production and wellness products.Sustainability & Innovation:Pioneered automation solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability in various industries.Fostered strong partnerships with clients and collaborators, driving growth and efficiency through innovative technology solutions.

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

As the Co-founder, COO, and Head of Growth and Strategy at Afrigaming Esports, I’ve focused on community engagement and the development of top-class esports tournaments. My work in Afrigaming, especially initiatives such as grassroots programs aimed at training young people in underserved communities on the benefits of gaming, has helped build a deeper understanding of the social and cultural impact of gaming in Nigeria. This community-driven approach, which encourages knowledge-sharing and cultural appreciation, aligns with Afrigaming Esports mission of making gaming accessible by empowering local voices and uncovering hidden perspectives.Strategic Leadership & Growth:Co-founded Afrigaming Esports to establish a premier esports organization in Nigeria.Developed and executed growth strategies that increased the organization’s presence and engagement within the local and national esports communities.Managed a team of over 23 employees, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.Event Management & Organization:Organized major esports events including the IDUS Games Esports Edition in partnership with Nile University, NUGA, and Gamr, attracting thousands of participants and spectators.Spearheaded the Afrigaming Tournament Series, a grassroots initiative aimed at training and engaging young gamers in underserved communities.Coordinated large-scale events such as the Normadic Tech & Art Gardens (NTAG) Art Market and the Matsucon Anime Convention, each drawing significant attendance and media coverage.Partnerships & Sponsorships:Established strategic partnerships with key industry stakeholders, including advertising and branding agencies, to secure sponsorships and enhance event offerings.Collaborated with brands like The Cans Park, Rejuvin8e, Abenii Collection, and BadHumans Design to elevate event experiences and provide value-added services to participants.

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

AI Solution Development:Developed and implemented AI-driven solutions including facial recognition, object detection, and geofencing systems for military and commercial applications.Created employee management systems to track productivity and measure KPIs, enhancing operational efficiency.Product Development & Optimization:Designed and maintained visitor registration systems and an AI-powered closed chat system for enterprise communication.Developed optimized websites for various companies and initiated the development of Setit Chat, a proprietary messaging platform.Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:Worked closely with cross-functional teams to ensure AI solutions aligned with business needs.Monitored and optimized AI system performance, ensuring continuous improvement and reliability.

Nigeria

Technical Support & Development:Conducted pre-sales technical site surveys and supported the implementation of INQ Cambridge Broadband Wireless Access (BWA) and Point-to-Point (PTP) radio systems.Designed customer access Radio Frequency (RF) and BWA links, ensuring compliance with network and client requirements.Documentation & Process Improvement:Prepared installation manuals and managed documentation for customer access circuit installations.Tracked and managed temporary upgrade requests, supporting the IP Engineer with integration parameter documentation.