Robert Lamptey Email & Phone Number

Greater Accra Region, Ghana

* Leading the technical strategy: As the CTO, I am responsible for developing and implementing the technical strategy for the companies. I select the appropriate technology stack, design and implement the software architecture, and oversee the technical teams.* Managing technical teams: I am responsible for managing the technical teams, including software engineers, product engineers, data analysts, and other technology-inclined professionals. I set team goals, oversee project timelines, and ensure the teams are working effectively.* Ensuring the security of the platform: I am responsible for ensuring the security of the company's platform, including data privacy, cybersecurity, and compliance with regulatory requirements. I continually implement and improve upon our security protocols and compliance measures such as GDPR and ISO 27001 and conduct regular security audits.* Developing Software Products: As the CTO, I oversee the development and implementation of all software products that enable us to process remittances, monitor transactions, KYC/AML compliance, fraud detection, and reporting. * Budgeting: I am responsible for managing the technology budget, ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately, and providing regular reporting to the executive team. I optimized technology spending by identifying areas for cost-saving while ensuring the technology performs at the desired level.* Collaborating with other departments: I collaborate with other departments such as finance, operations, and marketing to ensure that the technology is aligned with the overall business strategy and to identify areas for automation that could improve efficiency and reduce costs.* Developing technical partnerships: I was responsible for developing and managing technical partnerships with other companies and vendors such as payment processors, payout partners, license holders, and digital wallet providers to improve and provide redundancy for our platform.

* Leading the technical strategy: As the CTO, I am responsible for developing and implementing the technical strategy for the companies. I select the appropriate technology stack, design and implement the software architecture, and oversee the technical teams.* Managing technical teams: I am responsible for managing the technical teams, including software engineers, product engineers, data analysts, and other technology-inclined professionals. I set team goals, oversee project timelines, and ensure the teams are working effectively.* Ensuring the security of the platform: I am responsible for ensuring the security of the company's platform, including data privacy, cybersecurity, and compliance with regulatory requirements. I continually implement and improve upon our security protocols and compliance measures such as GDPR and ISO 27001 and conduct regular security audits.* Developing Software Products: As the CTO, I oversee the development and implementation of all software products that enable us to process remittances, monitor transactions, KYC/AML compliance, fraud detection, and reporting. * Budgeting: I am responsible for managing the technology budget, ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately, and providing regular reporting to the executive team. I optimized technology spending by identifying areas for cost-saving while ensuring the technology performs at the desired level.* Collaborating with other departments: I collaborate with other departments such as finance, operations, and marketing to ensure that the technology is aligned with the overall business strategy and to identify areas for automation that could improve efficiency and reduce costs.* Developing technical partnerships: I was responsible for developing and managing technical partnerships with other companies and vendors such as payment processors, payout partners, license holders, and digital wallet providers to improve and provide redundancy for our platform.

a. Led the development of Juni's technology strategy and execution of product development and compliance.b. Responsible for the team that developed and maintained our multi-cloud core, API, and dashboards for our flagship product: Junipay.c. Successfully implemented ISO 27001 to ensure that the company adheres to the international standard for information security.d. Managed a team of engineers, designers, and product managers and fostered a culture of collaboration and innovation that led to the successful launch of JuniPay, which currently processes over GHS 80 million/month.e. Implemented best practices for agile development methodologies, resulting in faster time-to-market and improved product quality.f. Spearheaded the adoption of cloud-based infrastructure and in-house technologies to improve scalability, efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.g. Oversaw the company's cybersecurity and compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to industry regulations and best practices.h. Maintained relationships with key technology vendors and partners, negotiating contracts and managing the performance of third-party services.

***Personal FinTech Consultancy.***Business planning, product development, sales, and merchant acquisitionAs the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Vola Gh. Ltd., my primary responsibilities included:a. Setting the company's strategy and vision including identifying potential markets, clients, and services to offer.b. Managing the day-to-day operations and ensuring that the team is meeting its goals and objectives.c. Developing and managing the budget and ensuring that the company remains financially stable.d. Building and maintaining relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and delivering solutions that meet their requirements.e. Building and managing the team, ensuring that they have the necessary skills and resources to deliver high-quality services and products to clients.f. Developing and implementing marketing strategies to promote the company's services and increase its visibility in the market.g. I developed the company's overall technology strategy, including setting technical standards, selecting the right technologies, and developing technical roadmaps for the product in conjunction with the CTO.h. I hired and managed technical staff, including software developers, engineers, and IT professionals.i. I collaborated with cross-functional teams such as product management, marketing, and customer support to ensure alignment of technical goals and product roadmap.

Berkeley Heights Township, New Jersey, Us

As a marketing director for Kirusa Inc., my primary duty was to develop and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy that effectively promoted the company's messaging and voice services to potential customers. Some specific responsibilities I undertook were:a. Developing and implementing marketing plans that included advertising, promotional campaigns, and content marketing to attract new customers.b. Conducting market research to identify target audiences, understand their needs, and monitor industry trends to help develop marketing strategies.c. Creating brand awareness and implementing campaigns that helped the company become a global leader in VAS services.d. Managing and leading the marketing team and contractors to effectively achieve all marketing goals.e. Analyzing data: I analyzed data on several marketing campaigns using surveys, interviews, focus groups and customer observation to track performance and identify areas that needed improvement or needed the strategies to be optimized, and measure the success of the campaigns.f. Collaborating with other departments such as sales, technology, product development, and customer service to ensure that marketing efforts were aligned with the company's overall objectives and that Kirusa’s services offered met our customers’ needs.g. Managing budgets: I developed and managed marketing budgets, ensuring that resources were allocated effectively to achieve our marketing objectives.h. Marketing rebranding the Instavoice apps.Being the marketing director for Kirusa Inc. meant I had a deep understanding of the target audience and industry trends, was skilled in developing effective marketing strategies, and was able to manage a team to execute those strategies effectively.

As the Chief Executive Officer of Saya Mobile, I was responsible for leading the team and overseeing the development and implementation of our product, its technology, and its market opportunities. Some of the duties I undertook included:a. Developing and implementing long-term strategies to achieve company objectives.b. Setting goals for the company's sales and revenue growth and ensuring that these goals are met.c. Managing relationships with investors, stakeholders, and clients to ensure the company's success.d. Building and leading a high-performing team of executives and managers.e. Leading fundraising for our pre-seed and seed rounds.f. Moving the headquarters from Accra, Ghana to Delaware, USA. g. Overseeing the development and implementation of new technology, software, and hardware for the company's products and services.h. Ensuring the company stays up-to-date with the latest developments in mobile communications technology and incorporating new advancements into our products and services.i. Managing relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure the company has access to the best possible technology and resources.Being the CEO allowed me to identify and explore new business opportunities and markets, coordinate sales and product development, negotiate and manage partnerships, and investor relations, as well as the overall leadership of the company

East Legon - Accra, Greater Accra Region, Gh

Building a software Start-up.

Marketing various goods and services on behalf of the company

Advanced Diploma, Software Entrepreneurship

B.Ed, Computer Science

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