AKoin is a new cryptocurrency from visionary changemaker Akon and is the foundation of the AKoin Ecosystem - a unique global project that offers an abundance of digital and in-real-life platforms and experiences that create opportunity and inclusion for youth entrepreneurs by allowing consumers to buy, hold, and spend cryptocurrency right from their smartphone through a suite of blockchain-powered apps.

The Akoin Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Akoin.io, the new blockchain-based ecosystem and cryptocurrency from celebrity changemaker and philanthropist Akon.The Akoin Foundation exists to empower young entrepreneurs first in Africa, and as we grow, in other lean and rising economies, to start and build businesses and create sustainable communities. We believe that developing young entrepreneurs is the best way to promote innovation, economic stability, and growth across Africa, and, ultimately, the world. Our Foundation lives at the cutting edge of philanthropy, leveraging technologies including blockchain and crowdfunding to deploy philanthropic support real-time to solve critical challenges at the moment of greatest need. Our vision is a world where quality education, decent work, and innovative businesses are the obvious choice for young people who deeply understand that the only way forward is by building vibrant, sustainable communities and sharing in our mutual success.Read more about us here: https://www.akoinfoundation.org/

While serving with the U.S. International Trade Commission, I co-authored two Executive Briefings on Trade on the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program. I also co-authored a paper on detecting misinvoicing or corruption in international trade statistics using a global dataset of over 35 million observations on trade flows and tariffs. Finally, I provided technical assistance to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative on matters related to trade with China and India.Countries: China, India.

As the Digital Marketing & Operations Lead I contribute to developing and executing the marketing strategy for the Education Horizons Group to enable the realisation of the operational and financial goals . This includes developing, implementing and monitoring digital marketing programs.