Cynthia is responsible for driving Safaricom PLC technology, security and connectivity solutions through innovative approaches that drive meaningful value to the enterprise. She oversees the commercial solutions portfolio, including sales, operations, customer experience, product development and marketing for millions of business customers, government and wholesale services for telecom carriers. Before joining Safaricom, she worked at AT&T as the Director Sales - Wireless and IOT Solutions rresponsible for shape the client’s vision, strategy and hhighly advanced leading-edge technology solutions and concepts.
Grace is the Head of the Kenya Airways innovations hub where she is tasked with the responsibility of working with different departments at KQ to spur innovations that align with the global digital transformation trends. The hub is designed and mandated to establish and nurture an innovation culture across Kenya Airways business units and spearhead digitization of business processes. Grace was instrumental in the design, implementation and success of the premier Kenya Airways Fahari Innovation Challenge that sought for innovative individuals and SMEs to create solutions that can interface with the aviation industry.
Phyllis is a technology leader with over two decades of industry experience including ICT, FMCG and Consulting with a focus on developing new business models, growth strategies and routes to market. Before joining Microsoft, Phyllis worked at IBM as the Regional Head, Hybrid Cloud & AI - Africa Growth Market where she was involved in Data & AI, Automation and Security solutions that help customer in Africa advance their digital transformation and deliver innovative solutions. She worked with teams that guided client on cloud solutions and infrastructure adoption journey in Africa.
Melanie is the founder a fast-growing digital marketing agency that helps brands optimize their digital marketing activities to grow their return on investment. She has developed different digital marketing training programs that help individuals dive deep into the industry and align with the changing global trends. The programs include digital marketing strategy development, Email Marketing, Website development and management and more. She previously worked at Strathmore University, ilab Africa as digital Marketing Trainer focusing on fundamental of digital marketing. She has also been a guest lecturer at Africa Nazarene University where she focused on social commerce.
At Goodlife Pharmacy, Wamuyu is responsible for creating communications strategy, Budgeting and overseeing channel performance in East Africa. She has transformed digital marketing activities at Goodlife to include omnichannel approach that connects with consumers at their convenience. She has also been instrumental in developing robust digital campaigns that generate high brand visibility and return on investment. Before joining Goodlife, she worked at Standard Group Limited as the Digital Sponsored Content Editor where she was responsible for creating digital content strategy, User experience optimization and brand ambassador.
Verah mandate as a Business Head at Scanad is to support clients' business growth through strategy development and execution management of communication campaigns across digital platforms. She previously worked at Simba Corp Group as the digital Marketing Manager where she built online presence for 7 Simba Corp brands across various categories with a scope covering Website development, social community building and online brand campaigns. She also Worked at MobiKash Afrika Limited as assistant Marketing Officer focusing on generating new ideas of Mobile commerce business and getting onboarding all financial institutions.
Achieng has expansive experience in Digital transformations, telecommunication and strategic communications that led to establishment of digital Beehive Africa which provides digital marketing and consultancy services to clients interested in penetrating the African Market. She previously worked at Airtel Africa as the vice-President Airtel money responsible for providing and cascading the group’s Airtel Money strategic direction and M-commerce priorities. She also worked at coca cola Company and the Head of Marketing.
Eunice is a talented comedy and entertainment skit creator nicknamed Mammito a brand name that has takeover her stage performances. Mammito is a sought-after online content creator having built a huge fanbase through her different social media channels. Her recent collaboration with established creatives has grown her brand to international recognition and influence. She has performed in different regional comedy events including Kigali International Festival, Seka Festival, East Africa Comedy Show etc. She credits her comedy career to training and mentorship she received through the Churchill Show, a respected entertainment production that has honed the talent of great comedian in Africa.
Turn Left Media is LinkedIn’s exclusive sales partner for Sub Saharan Africa where Wanjiru is responsible for creating valuable networks with corporates and advertising agencies across East Africa. She has immense experience in digital advertising and online thought leadership that has enabled her support brands optimize LinkedIn platform to grow their bottom line. She previously worked with Redhouse Group as a Digital Planner, Scope Markets Kenya as a digital Marketing Executive and Finitybind Limited as a digital Marketing Consultant.
Sharon is the EMEA Director at World Remit a fintech that creates faster, easier and lower cost money transfers worldwide. She is in charge of Europe, Middle East & Africa markets where she develops market growth strategies and explore ways in which emerging technology can be used for competitive advantage. Sharon has industrious nature and focus has seen her grow through 3 different roles in World Remit to become the EMEA Director. She was previously the Regional Director East & Central Africa and the acting managing Director Middle East and Africa.