I am Mabel Ironn Sky Turay—an abstract painter, an experienced entrepreneur, BD/ESO consultant, startup, and ecosystem builder. I am committed to creating employment opportunities for women and youth, and driving innovation while engaging in private sector/ private/public sector dialogues geared towards building a robust ecosystem in Sierra Leone, and Subsaharan Africa at large.As the owner of a herbal tea manufacturing company, Orkosu Organic Herbal Teas, Sierra Leone's largest visual arts organization, Reunion Freetown, and an abstract painter, I bring a unique blend of creativity and strategic insight to every endeavor. My expertise spans business development; with a focus on ideation, business diagnostics and technical assistance, startup coaching, ecosystem mapping, talent management, and optimization.With over eight years of hands-on experience in various facets of business development, I have spearheaded visionary strategies, leading teams to achieve operational excellence and market expansion. Additionally, I have played a key role in Sierra Leone's emerging entrepreneurial ecosystem, contributing to ecosystem mapping projects and serving as a BDS.ESO consultant in various capacities. Also recognized for my scholarly contributions, including co-publishing academic research focused on talent management for sustainable development in Africa, I am dedicated to driving positive change and fostering collaborations that drive sustainable growth.Focus AreasBusiness Development · New Business Development · Project Management · Creative Arts · Business Consulting.