A seasoned business and economic development professional with strong, demonstrable financial, commercial, entrepreneurial and leadership acumen. I have over 16 years of broad experience in a variety of roles across diverse sectors on the African continent including conservation, international development, social entrepreneurship, financial services, management consulting and business analytics.A critical thinker, highly analytical and data-driven. Data is dispassionate and value free. It has no agenda. But it tells a story, and over time I have cultivated a strong ability to make sense of this story, transforming it into insights that drive better decision-making for the clients and organizations I have had the privilege of serving.Deeply passionate about addressing the poverty and unemployment challenge facing young people in Africa and thrive in roles/organizations that leverage the power of business and the commercial sector to deliver positive socio-economic transformation in the continent.Family represents one of my biggest sources of strength, motivation, encouragement, and purpose. As a husband and father, I feel an immense sense of obligation to use my gifts and abilities to make an impact that matters in society and leave the world in a better place for the coming generation.Equally passionate about sports and its immense psychosocial and socioeconomic benefits (to individuals and societies) and regularly seek to apply sporting lessons (work ethic, discipline, commitment & dedication to craft, teamwork, empathy, humanity) in my personal and professional life.I view leadership as an opportunity to motivate, coach and mentor others.
Listed skills include Insurance Consulting, Technology Change Management, Financial Services, Strategy Implementation, and 38 others.