Henok Assefa Email & Phone Number

As a passionate Founder, Entrepreneur, Investor, and Economic Development Architect, my mission is to catalyze a technology-driven economic transformation in Africa. My conviction is that the tools of the Fourth Industrial Revolution – digitization, distributed renewable energy, AI, and cloud computing – are pivotal in crafting a unique growth path for Africa, distinct from historical precedents.At the heart of this transformation are African innovators. Their work in mobile technologies extends beyond communication to revolutionary banking methods. Distributed solar power is unlocking new potentials for businesses and farms, while data-driven precision agriculture is redefining rural farming through satellite and sensor technology. I am committed to fostering an ecosystem that supports these trailblazers reshaping our continent.As the Managing Partner at Precise., I lead a dynamic team towards our shared vision. Our 250+ strategic engagements with philanthropies, private sector firms, and government bodies have channeled tens of millions in investments, significantly impacting the lives of hundreds of thousands of farmers. These initiatives, in collaboration with global philanthropies and development institutions, demonstrate our commitment to meaningful change.My journey includes pioneering Ethiopia's first agribusiness incubator, an energy market accelerator, and designing the World Bank/IFC's Climate Innovation Center. In 2023, I co-founded African Renaissance Partners, further committing to support innovators and entrepreneurs driving Africa's technological revolution. My angel investing journey, including co-founding Addis Ababa Angels, complements my experience in retail, real estate, and agribusiness ventures.I hold Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Economics from Fordham University, NYC, equipping me with the analytical skills to understand and contribute to Africa's economic landscape.

Listed skills include Management Consulting, Business Intelligence, Business Planning, Strategy, and 36 others.

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  Fordham University

  Economics: International Trade And Economic Development