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We specialize in ideas that solve societal issues through technological solutions. We exist to help people in underserved areas of the world have access to resources that will allow them economic mobility to lift their families out of poverty.
TUYO VENTURES “umbrella” culture is a LEARNING environment, where:
People who thrive in TUYO VENTURES organizations “seek to understand where we are, where we want to go, learn and come back with a solution”.
They are “fearless to be in this space as a pioneer”. People who need to work in absolutes will not “fit”.
Those who succeed will demonstrate:
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Location: Ghana
Target Market: Africa (54 Countries)
Product Pilot: Ghana (31 million people)
BBT offers two standalone, but complementary products:
Container.Care and LinguaLingo.com.
Location: Waterford, Ireland
Target Market: Africa (54 Countries)
Product Pilot: Ghana (31 million people)
These solutions are designed to take advantage of renewable energy, inform urban and rural planning, specifically transportation and its infrastructure.
We envision Roadless Mass Transit for Africa. A system designed to support jobs of tomorrow, spur innovation and healthy economies and reduce the adverse impact on the environment.
WAKAnRIDE solutions are designed to support REDD+.
Location: San Francisco
Target Market: Global
Product Pilot: United States (Cold Chain Logistics)
iQx10’s value proposition is a world where anyone can maintain market-needed Knowledge and Skills playing video games, at no costs to them.
Location: San Francisco
Target Market: Africa (54 Countries)
Product Pilot: United States (OTA: 33 million Households, OTT: Global)
Content
Financial News, Anchored Newscasts, News Magazine Programs, Current Affairs Programs, Children Animation Series, Films & Documentaries, and African Capital Market News & Business Intelligence Data
Exchange
Electronic Trading Platforms for Talent and Tangibles; starting with the Commodities and Stock Exchanges on the continent.
Experience
Promotion and Development of Travel and Tourism to and from the 54 countries on the continent.
Since 2015, TUYO VENTURES has become a sponsor of GEEKLAW. Over the years, we have facilitated activities and supported projects to inspire young lawyers and empower them to realize their full potential in their careers.
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When I was a kid, I daydreamed a lot. I was often lost in my thoughts. I am still a daydreamer. Any task for which I can use my imagination requires little to no effort. I grew up in a family of entrepreneurs. My grandfather helped to create several companies in Nigeria, and the ecosystems in which they operated. My father and grandfather were my first mentors. I watched how ideas move through a series of processes to become a business. Besides having the gift of imagination, I am curiously seeking knowledge, in every form and way.
Always focus on need, not on want.
People will spend money on their human needs. There is always a market for a “need business”. But for a “want business”, demand fluctuates with the economy. Our portfolio companies focus on human needs. I developed this principle while I was a young lad. I wanted to be a farmer. I recall receiving farming implements one Christmas Day from my paternal grandfather. One of my favorite subjects in secondary school was Agricultural Science. I excelled at it. The day will come when I will leave the firm. The plan is to become a gentleman farmer.
An engineer (solutions developer), first and foremost. I think in complex systems and multilayers. I am a Systems Dynamics guy. Once I have defined the problem (need) and developed the concept (solution), I become the entrepreneur. As an entrepreneur, I become a solutions advisor, not the sales guy. Again, Systems Dynamics training. The founder in me emanates to advocate for my ideas. I am a Black African man. Folks like me are not expected to bring forth grand ideas. The investor in me shows up for the solutions we offer, and for start-ups with promising solutions that address human needs. I am eager to help other founders, many are African Americans. I can relate to their challenges and realities. As an investor, I start with how the idea will generate revenue for the company. I seldom pursue an idea if I cannot see four or more revenue sources, steady growth, and significant market size (preferably global) in the foreseeable future.
Every company is an Information Technology company. I enjoy thinking in layers and complex terms. Information Technology consists of three main concepts of hardware, application and network, which allows broader and more in-depth thinking. By understanding the logic of IT, it also allows me to understand different segments of any business. IT is the best competitive leverage a founder of a start-up can use to compete with huge companies.
Work! My passion is coming up with new ideas that address human needs or solve related problems. I am lucky to work on things I am passionate about.
Racism. It permeates everything in this country. Useless ideas get funded and re-funded until they generate revenue. While useful ideas, if they come from non-whites, are denied funding, or are underfunded.
There is no substitute for quality. We take our time to build companies and their offerings. Diversity, Equity, Equality and Inclusion in practice and deeds.
Our portfolio comprises of companies formed based on ideas that originated within the firm. We create these companies because we have identified and validated the need behind the ideas. We incubate, accelerate and co-invest.
Many were founded with me identifying a need; or having a terrible experience using a product or receiving poor service as a customer. Some of these companies were manifested when I pitched ideas to former bosses. These ideas were dismissed. I pitched one such idea about groceries delivery to homes when I worked at a global 3rd Party Logistics company. The company offered home delivery service to retailers of home appliances, furniture, rugs, etc. I thought it was a logical step to add delivery of these items to our existing home delivery service. This was years before Instacart, Post Mates, Amazon Fresh, etc. I was told the idea will not generate sufficient revenue. Another idea was pitched to a former boss while working for a national office supply company. The idea was to create co-working spaces within each store: to increase customer traffic, and purchases. It was rejected.
Never grow up. Never give up. Meet and interact with people from all demographics. Find your tribe. Keep an open mind. Mute biases. And most important, have fun!
We are constantly evolving and innovating. The market is also changing. Customers can change their minds. There are so many variables, direct and indirect market events. Each company remain in a paranoid state, and as a start-up into the foreseeable future.
People who share our vision for humanity; meaning folks who focus on human needs. I refer you to Deckstr and NINI- From Nature!. One (Deckstr) focuses on the human mind and body. The other (NINI- From Nature!) offers organic products that have been consumed for centuries in Africa, and originated from 54 countries on the continent. Their background, vision, ambition, and what propels and fuels them is important. Education is the last thing we consider, it is just a small part of what we consider.
With the gift of imagination and an insatiable curiosity for the knowledge, I have thought of most things happening today at some point as a child, during my youth and adult life. Technologies for a roadless mass-transit world excites me. It means we stop building roads, drilling for oil, etc. Domestic robots completing chores around house excites me. Cryptocurrencies excite me. Learning everything by playing video games, excites me. It is a long list.
A geek lawyer. An INTJ who has been constantly preparing to be on the show “Who Wants to be A Millionaire”.
Back in the late 1990s, when the Internet was still new and unknown to many, my parents bought our first computer for my sister’s college studies. I was intrigued by this machine which connects us to the world and could get me any information instantly. The way it connects people from different places fascinates me. The first idea that pops into my mind was: I need to find out how it works! I then started to build my first website which was the first step that has eventually led to what I do now.
Over the past years, I have developed my own sets of rules and a system to help me stay focus and remind me of why I have started. I usually break down the problem to smaller chunks and tackle it bit by bit starting from the easier and more achievable parts. I find directions to be clearer after the smaller problems have been fixed as the situation will then become less threatening and overwhelming. Uncertain as the result might be, I always believe that I can do it, with the right objective in mind. The important thing is to believe in the process, from which we grow and learn to do better.
Ever since I was a child, I enjoy building things with my own hands. I have assembled computers, Chinese caligraphy robots and models of steam-propelled cars (which almost took my right eye). Putting ideas into practice has been the most satisfying and rewarding experience for me. It was until later when I met Abraham, the founder, in law school, who shares the same passion in actualising fantasies, that I agreed to join TUYO VENTURES right away when he invited me, as I see it as the most interesting and motivating opportunity ever. The core value of the firm represents the care for human needs in the fast-changing world. With change being the only constant, as challenges emerge, client needs evolve. It is our mission to stay on top and think ahead so that we can always keep up with the change in client needs.
I am a gamer. Once I was in a fighting game where my opponent was about to lose, and there were only a few seconds left so I have put down the controller as I thought I was definitely going to win, waiting for my sweet victory. To my surprise, before I could realise, my opponent then cast a special move that turned the table. The sudden and dramatic change was devastating and I lost the ability to respond that I have lost a winning game. It happened many years ago and I could no longer recall the name of the game but it turned out to be the three most important life lessons I have had –
1) Never get carried away by excitement or emotions;
2) Always be prepared for a drastic change in circumstances, and
3) Hold on until the end of the game.
Simply put, my role is to mitigate risks that the firm and its portfolio expose to. One similarity between the roles of IT and legal is that both function to provide a secure operational environment for the firm to explore all possibilities and to enable innovative business decisions amidst the emergence of new technologies and their associated threats.
I am a fan of sailing, especially single-handed dinghies. It is a good way to relax as the sea breeze and tranquillity clear my mind. This is a sport that demands both physical and mental strength to move in the right direction. Sailing also gave me a chance to be close to nature and appreciate the beauty of it, but more importantly, the ability to cope with the unexpected changes it may bring, even the slightest bit of wind or turbulence can be a game-changer.
Before leaving for Cambridge, Ontario to complete a Graduate Certificate in Global Supply Chain Management, John was a Manager at Amazon, in Brisbane, California. While at Amazon, he managed a team of 150+ Associates in achieving a 28% improvement in Outbound performance, including growing daily shift volume by 40%. In addition to developing a highly successful team at Amazon, he was instrumental in advancing the fulfillment center productivity & growth. John demonstrated exceptional leadership, as he consistently outperformed the set managerial benchmark by 14%, while also taking ownership for analyzing key performance indicators to identify process improvement opportunities.
He received his education at the University of San Francisco with a Master of Science in Econometrics & Quantitative Economics, with emphasis on International Development Economics. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria-Nigeria. His quest for greater knowledge & skills motivated him to obtain a post-graduate certificate in Supply Chain Management at Conestoga College, Ontario.
A lifelong learner with a problem-solving mindset, John is constantly pursuing personal growth and improvement opportunities. John considers family among his most important motivations in life.
An experienced finance professional, he has worked with multiple high-impact companies across sustainability, FMCG, technology, entertainment, health, fintech, and telecommunications.
He is responsible for creating and managing Tuyo Ventures’ financial plans and policies and overseeing the financial activities of the company, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting. He is also responsible for ensuring that the company’s financial resources are used efficiently and effectively while providing advice and guidance to the company’s management team on financial matters.
Oluwatosin has a strong understanding of financial concepts and principles enabling him to effectively manage and control the financial resources of the company. He is also able to effectively communicate with the company’s shareholders, creditors, and other stakeholders.
With a toolbox full of technical and social skills, Oluwatosin has managed the finance operations of BHM Group for over 5 years. BHM Group is a top PR company in Nigeria. As part of his duties, he’s worked with Deloitte, MTN, Nigeria Breweries, Interswitch, Viacom CBS, Reckitt Benckiser, etc.
As an economist, he’s interested in numbers, both financial and otherwise, and how they affect people and organizations. His life goal is to reshape the finance landscape and make firms more efficient by combining technology with classic finance skills. He has a degree from the University of Lagos. He has a Diploma in Accounting and Business issued by ACCA (Association of Certified Chartered Accountants) as well as a Certificate in Business Accounting issued by CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants).
Oluwatosin loves anime, documentaries, video games, autobiographies and five-star hotels. He is also a former track athlete with several medals at the varsity level.
Festus Adedoyin’s Refereed Journal Articles are indexed in the Web of Science – Social Science Citation Index (SSCI, SCI-E, ESCI)
He is currently working on a project with the aim of reducing healthcare inequality in developing countries such as Ghana. The use of Technology will create digital solutions, which will provide quality healthcare to people in remote and rural areas of Ghana.
He was born in Ghana and spent most of his life there until pursuing a medical degree in 2014 from Ternopil Medical University, Ukraine. After graduating in 2020, he interned as a Junior Doctor in Mambrobi Hospital, where he prioritised excellent patient care in the Obstetric and Gynaecology department. During his time as a Junior Doctor, he noted that some problems patients faced could be fixed using Technology. His interest in healthcare and technology led him to pursue the Digital Health course to gain the necessary skills in exploring the gap between healthcare and technology.
Nana Mbeah Otoo loves photography, playing golf, football and table tennis. He was a competitive swimmer and has competed in several swimming competitions including competitions between Tesano Sports Club in Ghana and Ikoyi Club in Nigeria.
Nii Noi moved to the United States to continue his education at a private boarding school in upstate New York. Nii Noi is heading into his senior year this fall.
Before moving to the U.S., Nii Noi began developing interests in computers, specifically the engineering aspects of Information Technology, as it applies to healthcare and medical sciences. His view of the world informs his ideas for solutions to the problems we face, especially in Africa.
How can humans remain relevant in the era of artificial intelligence? VIDEO GAMES!!!
iQx10 is on a mission to redefine video games, by making them not just fun but incredibly useful too. Imagine playing games that not only entertain you but also teach you real skills that can help you in your chosen career. That’s what iQx10 is all about – making gaming into a learning experience.
But iQx10 doesn’t stop there. But their games are like crystal balls for companies. The data these games collect can give businesses a sneak peek into where their industries are headed. This helps companies stay ahead, make informed decisions and remain competitive.
And guess what? iQx10 is breaking barriers. If you’re in a remote area and feel like you’re missing out on the latest knowledge and job opportunities, their games have your back. iQx10 brings learning to you, helping you acquire the current skills that employers need. No more feeling left out just because of where you live.
But here’s the cool part – their games can be your personal career advisor. Instead of blindly picking a career path and hoping for the best, you can try them out virtually. You’ll get a sneak peek into what it’s like to work in different industries, enabling the gamer to make informed choices, and avoid wasting time and money on a career.
In a nutshell, iQx10 is changing the game – quite literally. It’s turning video games into learning tools, giving companies a competitive edge, and helping people like you explore careers with confidence. Who knew gaming could be this awesome?
As Founder and President of Parachute Marketing, Diane has an impressive list of companies that she has helped over the years. Diane was responsible for the conceptualization, creation and implementation of a marketing strategy for D&K Engineering, a San Diego based engineering and contract manufacturing firm that is now a global leader in end-to-end research and development of innovative hardware-based products and equipment. Using creative marketing, messaging, and positioning strategies, Diane contributed to D&K Engineering’s revenue growth of 134% within three years. In addition, she significantly raised D&K’s public recognition by writing and submitting numerous award applications resulting in the receipt of 21 awards including Inc’s “5,000 Fastest Growing Private Companies” five years in a row, and the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. She also gained extensive international experience, collaborating with teams and partners in Asia, Europe, Canada, South America, and Australia.
Prior to Parachute Marketing, Diane held executive marketing positions with Fujitsu Consulting, Starfish Software (a subsidiary of Motorola), Netigy Corporation (a Cisco backed consulting company), 3Com, and Silicon Graphics.
Committed to lifelong learning and dedicated to sharing her experience, Diane is also an Associate Professor of Marketing at Point Loma Nazarene University teaching a range of advanced Marketing courses to both undergraduates and MBA students.
Diane holds an MBA in General Business Management from University of Phoenix, a MS in Accounting from University of Phoenix, a BS in Business Administration, Marketing & Management from Duquesne University, and a Certification of Social Media Marketing from Rutgers University. She is currently completing her Doctorate degree in Marketing at Grand Canyon University.
Outside of her executive marketing roles, Diane is on the Board of the Greater San Diego Boys and Girls Club and the San Diego Youth Symphony. She is a charter member of WITI (Women in Technology International), a member of both the American Marketing Association and Rotary International.
Offering a 25-year history of solid accomplishments, she has excelled at training and developing high-performing teams, managing innovative communications campaigns, inspiring external and internal engagement and patient acquisition, and advancing Novant Health’s local and national reputation.
Inducted into the Hospital Marketing National Hall of Fame by DTC Perspectives, Inc. in 2017, Kati has been recognized for extraordinary achievement in hospital and healthcare marketing, creating influential campaigns, and her noteworthy contributions to the service of patients and the hospital marketing industry.
Kati has also held marketing and public relations positions with McLeod Addictive Disease Center, the Professional Golfers’ Association and General Electric, and earned Public Relations Society of America accreditation as a public relations professional. Distinguished as one of 13 women executives named to PR Week’s Hall of Femme, she has been honored with numerous professional awards and recognitions including the John L. Thomason, Carolinas Healthcare Public Relations, and American Advertising Federation Addy Awards. Continually active in her profession, Kati has served as Past-President of the Public Relations Society of America, Charlotte Chapter, Past Board Member and Membership Chair of the Carolinas Healthcare Public Relations & Marketing Society and a guest speaker at local and national venues on various marketing and communications topics. She has also served on numerous committees and supported the execution of many philanthropic initiatives.
Kati earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism and Public Relations from Radford University, Master in Business Administration Degree at Queen’s University of Charlotte, Certificate in Marketing Strategy from Cornell University, Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Duke University, and completed a Behavioral Economics Immersion Program at Yale University. From her graduation to present, Kati has devoted her unrelenting efforts to the advancement of the interests of the healthcare profession and championing and promoting the delivery of the highest quality of patient care.
Prior to forming PhiCap, Jeff served in several officer roles under the Atlas Energy family of publicly traded companies, including CFO and CAO. During his more than 12 years of management, Jeff guided Atlas through multiple M&A transactions valued at over $x billion, related financings and ultimately 2 corporate monetizations totaling over $12 billion. Jeff managed the remaining publicly traded vehicles through re-organizations and ultimate liquidation due to extreme volatility in commodity prices from 2015 to 2020.
Jeff graduated with a B.A. in Accounting from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA and spent several years in the audit practice of Deloitte & Touche prior to joining Atlas. Jeff is a certified public accountant and a member of the Turn-Around Management Association of Philadelphia.
Gail possesses experience of more than 40 years of serving as an engineering manager, project manager and business executive, and is a registered professional engineer and Project Management Professional. She has served high-profile companies/organizations as a Vice President of Engineering, Program Manager, Operations Manager, Executive Vice President, and Chief Operating Officer. These include Foster Wheeler Environmental Corporation; Bechtel Jacobs Company LLC; and several small, minority, women and veteran-owned businesses contracted to the USDOE. As a business professional, environmental engineering expert, and team leader, her primary objective is to tackle tough problems while meeting regulatory requirements and ambitious profit, cost control and schedule goals.
Presently, she is an ES&H and Project Management consultant working as a Senior Associate with Longenecker & Associates through their professional services contracts across the USDOE complex. Previously, she served as the Director of Strategic Project Deployment for Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) and was responsible for expanding the Lab’s portfolio to include Strategic Partnership Projects. For five years, as an Associate Laboratory Director at BNL, Gail had responsibility over all the operations of the ES&H Directorate with 130 personnel and $30M budget and improved overall ES&H performance. She has achieved a great deal of acclamation and recognition for her work as a team leader and is always on the lookout for an opportunity to strive for a higher level of professional career success.
Besides this, Gail is an avid seeker of knowledge who shares a great passion for the art of business excellence. She is an active member of the International Network of Women Engineers and Scientists, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the Society of Women Engineers, and the American Society of Civil Engineers. Gail serves as an ambassador of strategic leadership, is an advocate for women in STEM, and is inspired by the drive to nurture the business leaders of today and tomorrow.
With much experience in pricing insurance contracts for many types of large entities and individual customers, he joins data, analytics and buying behavior with macro trends like climate change and social inflation to drive desired outcomes. He is currently the Strategic Pricing Leader for Nationwide Property and Casualty.
He started as an engineering student, and is still one at heart. He continued his studies with his B.S. in Mathematics and Physics, and then obtaining his fellowship in the Casualty Actuarial Society. After some financial modeling experience, he got his MBA from University of Chicago, which subsequently offered experiences in M&A and large corporate deals.
He enjoys working with all companies in the delivery chain to innovate solutions and create value. He is a leader in his space, but more so enjoys participating in cross-functional teams. He is continually looking to grow as a person and as a professional, and seeks opportunities to expand his knowledge.
Additionally, he and his wife founded a property rental business. This endeavor has allowed them an entrepreneurial outlet, and all of the associated learnings.
In his personal time, he enjoys hiking, biking, and kayaking, and practices yoga regularly. He unwinds with jigsaw puzzles and home construction projects.
While he feels good about helping his communities, he sees his greatest contribution to society as partnering with his wife to raise three compassionate and well-valued teenagers – two future engineers and an environmental scientist.
As both a bonding and skill-development exercise, we play One Night Werewolf as a family… in case there were ever a lull in the household energy level.
Jeff is the Federal Client Partner Executive for Kyndryl, a $19B IBM spin-off, where he manages a multimillion-dollar portfolio of federal accounts. He is also on the board of Aseel, an Afghan based impact-focused tech start-up.
In addition to his work in the private sector, Jeff is the founder and CEO of two nonprofit organizations, The Literate Earth Project (LEP) and Athari Group. LEP opened Uganda’s first public library in 2013 and continues to support the largest network of school-based libraries in the country. Jeff was named to International Literacy Association’s 30 Under 30 for this work. Athari Group is the world’s first accelerator for idea-stage nonprofits. After its first cohort graduated in 2021, Athari Group gained some of the world’s largest social impact leadership groups as its strategic partners.
Earlier in his Schlumberger career, Nessim held various positions in field operations, human resources, and marketing in Egypt, India, North America, Saudi Arabia, West Africa and France. He began his career with Schlumberger in 1992 as a Wireline & Testing field engineer in Egypt.
Prior to joining MPRO, Dr. Babitch served as an Executive Medical Director with Clinovations, a division of The Advisory Board Company consulting group. Additionally, he has served as a Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Information Officer at the Detroit Medical Center. There, his guidance and leadership contributed to the health system’s success in reaching Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society Stage 6, realizing more than $32 million in meaningful use incentives, as well as a $16 million Beacon award.
Dr. Babitch has worked as a Medical Director for United Healthcare of Minneapolis, MN. At the Wayne State University School of Medicine and the Detroit Medical Center, Dr. Babitch served in many roles including as the Director of Ambulatory and Information Services for Children’s Hospital of Michigan, as well as the Chief Compliance Officer for University Pediatricians. Dr. Babitch continues to practice clinically and teach as an Assistant Professor at the Central Michigan University School of Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics.
Dr. Babitch holds a Doctor of Medicine degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine, a Master of Business Administration from Michigan State University, and a Bachelor of Arts in genetics and developmental biology from Northwestern University. He is a Certified Medical Practice Executive, and a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Dr. Babitch is board certified in Pediatrics, as well as Medical Informatics.
Global Healthcare Executive, North America, Middle East, Southeast Asia // Guest Lecturer on United Arab Emirates Business, Lindner College of Business, University of Cincinnati.
Healthcare Administrator delivering over 20 years of expertise in the healthcare industry, together with revenue generation, project management, medical coding, and patient services skills. Deft at maintaining medical record systems in strict compliance with federal and state requirements. Proficient at coordinating services and benefits with medical providers and insurance companies, managing the internal database and information systems, and processing and organizing medical records. Proven track record of comprehensive background in developing and maintaining client bases. Additionally I have a global network of physicians and healthcare professionals.
I have over 10 years of working for non-profit organizations as well. I have served on several boards in North America and the Middle East.
Presently, he works for FlexCold as the General Manager of their new $50 million, 150,000 sq. ft. cold storage facility in Jacksonville, FL featuring a mobile rack system with a storage capacity of 25,000 pallet positions and a primary focus on importing & exporting of poultry and seafood products. Prior to FlexCold, Maurice spent 15 years at Burris Logistics managing approximately 150 employees in a 240,000 sq. ft. cold storage facility with 20,600 pallet positions specializing in temperature-controlled warehousing and direct-to-consumer fulfillment services and an annual budget of $85 million dollars in sales and operating revenue. He also previously spent 15 years in Operations Management with Millard (Lineage Logistics), the 600,000 sq. ft facility in McDonough, GA, and Americold Logistics’ 200,000 sq. ft Westgate facility in Atlanta, GA.
Building healthy relationships is one of the guiding principles of Maurice’s personal and professional life since it leads to improved collaboration, creativity, and the sharing of knowledge and experiences that help drive success in every aspect of life. He believes it’s the interdependency of these healthy relationships that lead people from diverse backgrounds and varied experiences to come together for a common purpose to exchange ideas and work collaboratively in developing the best strategies towards reaching the best possible solutions to problems. My motto is: “Get it right the first time!”
Maurice earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from the Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology at Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, Georgia. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Jacksonville Urban League as well as the Jacksonville Police Athletic League. He also has a passion for serving in his church and performing outreach throughout the Jacksonville, Florida area through various non-profit organizations. However, his greatest joy is the time that he gets to spend with his family, especially his four grandchildren.
Kim’s leadership roles span more than a decade, and she has been heavily involved in overall human resource management, as well as the development, implementation and compliance of talent acquisition and talent management. Her experience includes, but is not limited to: International HR/Global Mobility, Talent Acquisition/Management, Training and Development, Compensation and Benefits, Employees Relations, Diversity & Inclusion, and HR Compliance. Kim is a strong leader with demonstrated business acumen – domestic and international – able to quickly grasp key organizational goals, develop strategies and effectively implement and execute these strategies.
Kim holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of South Carolina. She is an active member of the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) and holds her SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certifications.
Mr. Arnold began his legal career with Bell Boyd in Chicago and rose to partner in the Intellectual Property group at the Am Law 50 firm K&L Gates (which acquired Bell Boyd). He transitioned from Chicago back home to the Detroit area and became a partner at the Am Law 200 Honigman law firm. In private practice, he represented high-tech, biotech, and automotive clients ranging in size from start-ups to Fortune 50 international corporations in various intellectual property and corporate matters.
Currently, Mr. Arnold is Head of Legal for an emerging growth software / SaaS tech company that specializes in cybersecurity software and services where he is responsible for all legal matters for the company. Previously he was in-house counsel to a large health system in Detroit where he led the legal work for the innovation institute and the information technology department. There, he was responsible for the legal work for the organization’s efforts at leveraging its intellectual property to launch or partner with start-up tech companies, and utilizing technology to deliver cost-effective and high-quality healthcare, including electronic medical record systems, artificial intelligence, telemedicine, and cloud-computing technologies. Throughout his years as in-house counsel, he has advised on multi-million dollar mergers and acquisitions, debt financing, capital raises and private placements, IPO preparations and due diligence, corporate governance, and led contracting, compliance and risk management, data privacy and cybersecurity, and intellectual property programs.
Since 2020, Mr. Arnold has also been an elected member of the local Board of Education for Dexter Community Schools in Dexter, MI (just outside Ann Arbor).
Mr. Arnold obtained his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Michigan-Flint, Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law, and Master of Business Administration at Indiana University, Kelley School of Business
Throughout his career, Kola has showcased exceptional leadership qualities and outstanding interpersonal skills. He has successfully managed and trained small and large teams, leveraging his expertise to guide them towards achieving their goals. His ability to effectively communicate policies and strategic plans to various stakeholders is commendable, enabling smooth collaboration and alignment of objectives.
Notably, Kola is a member of prestigious professional organizations such as the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Broadcast Technology Society (BTS), and the Royal Television Society (RTS London). These affiliations reflect his commitment to staying at the forefront of industry advancements and fostering connections with fellow experts in the field.
Additionally, Kola holds esteemed positions as a Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (FIMC) and a Fellow of the Institute of Information and Management (FIIM). These designations underscore his expertise and recognition within the consulting and management domains.
Moreover, Kola has been appointed as a Chief Data Officer Ambassador (CDOA), highlighting his expertise and influence in the realm of data management and analytics. This role demonstrates his commitment to driving innovation and leveraging data-driven insights for business success.
With his vast experience, comprehensive skill set, and notable professional affiliations, Kola Ogunsolu continues to contribute to the broadcast engineering field, consistently delivering projects within scope, meeting deadlines, and managing resources effectively. He is a respected figure in the industry, known for his exceptional expertise, leadership, and dedication to advancing broadcast technologies across West Africa and beyond.
THE RIGHT STUFF received eight Academy Award nominations, winning four. THE UNBERABLE LIGHTNESS OF BEING was nominated for two Academy Awards.
Kaufman was the sole producer of HENRY & JUNE for Universal, the first NC-17 film. The film explores the secret love affair between the famous writers Henry Miller and Anaïs Nin and was nominated for an Academy Award. Peter then was the sole producer of RISING SUN for Twentieth Century Fox, a murder mystery which starred Sean Connery and Wesley Snipes.The Telluride Film Festival selected his documentary CHINA: THE WILD EAST which he directed, wrote and produced. The film aired on TBS.
He produced the film QUILLS for Fox Searchlight which starred Academy Award winners Geoffrey Rush, Joaquin Phoenix, Michael Caine and Kate Winslet. The film, which was based on an award-winning play about the life of the famous libertine, the Marquis de Sade was nominated for three Academy Awards, including a Best Actor nod for Geoffrey Rush.
Kaufman produced TWISTED for Paramount starring Ashley Judd, Samuel L. Jackson and Andy Garcia. In the film, Judd plays a young police inspector who begins to suspect that she might be the killer she is looking for.
He produced the epic love story HEMINGWAY & GELLHORN for HBO. Set against many war zones, the film tells the story of the passionate and turbulent love affair between the iconic writer, Ernest Hemingway (Clive Owen) and his third wife, the war correspondent, Martha Gellhorn (Nicole Kidman). The film was nominated for 15 Emmy Awards and was selected by the Cannes Film festival.
Peter Kaufman is a graduate of UC Berkeley and speaks Mandarin.
Dr. Rebecca Acquaah-Arhin’s vast experience in health administration and management, coupled with her research work on women’s health and advocacy for health education, make her a valuable asset to any medical technology company. Her leadership skills have been recognized through her various appointments, including Management Member of Volta River Authority, Medical Director of Volta River Authority Health Services, Vice President of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Ghana, Vice President of Ghana Quasi Health Institutions, Acting Medical Chief Director and Medical Coordinator of the Family Health Hospital, FHUC, and as a member of the VRA Health Services Limited Board. She is the Chairperson of the Ethical review Board of Ensign Global College. She has also served on many regional and national committees and Boards of Governing Council. She is a lecturer and author of several publications and books. She served the rural communities in the Eastern Region of Ghana. She was a team member in the successful re -structuring of the Volta River Authority as a whole and health services in particular. This involved change, innovation for growth and turn around for profitability and sustainability.
As the leader of BODYBYTECHNOLOGY, a Ghana-based medical technology company, Dr. Acquaah-Arhin can leverage her experience and expertise to drive innovation and growth in the healthcare industry in Ghana and radiate to the whole African continent. With her extensive knowledge and network in the medical field, she can lead the company in developing and implementing innovative solutions to improve healthcare delivery, particularly in underserved communities.
An Ear,Nose and Throat Surgeon, a Public Health Specialistand an Expert in Health System Management with over 20 years of experience in Ghana and beyond, Dr. K. K. Azeezworked in Teaching Hospitals, District hospitals, Mines Hospitals, CHAG Hospitals before settling down in the University where he spentmost of his worklifein the University of Cape Coast Health Services androse through the ranks till he attained the analogue position of a full Professor in the year 2009.
In addition to his role in Clinical, Public Health and Health System Management services, Dr Azeezdid extensive work in Community outreach services in Hajj Health services to Ghanaian Pilgrims to Saudi Arabia, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health and Sanitation, Sports Medicine, Maternal and Child Health, Malaria and TB control Programsas well as Ear Nose and Throat outreach services in Ghana and beyond.He is a member of the committee that drafted the National guidelines on Safe and Dignified Burial of Ebola victims for Ghana.
Mr. Nyante is a professional nurse with two masters degrees in Educational Administration and Public Administration from the University of Cape Coast and the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration respectively. He is a Fellow of the West African Postgraduate College of Nursing & Midwifery and a Foundation Fellow of the Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives.
Under his transformational leadership with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, the organisation saw tremendous growth in the application of digital technology to its licensing examinations, the first of its kind in Africa; introduction of a standardised policy for continuous professional development for all categories of nurses and midwives; decentralisation of administrative operations of the N&MC Ghana; human capacity development of staff; promoting career advancement for auxiliary cadres of nurses and midwives in Ghana and Sierra Leone through curricula upgrades to professional qualifications as well as institutionalisation of a credentialing forum for professional accreditation; review and digitization of procedure manual for nurses and midwives to mention a few.
Felix has played technical advisory roles with many international nursing and midwifery institutions and contributed in diverse ways to strengthening sister nursing and midwifery regulatory bodies in Africa. In the area of Governing Board services, Mr Nyante has played membership roles on national and international Councils such as that of Regional Council for Health Professionals Education in the ECOWAS Region, Ministry of Health Advisory Board in Ghana, Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives, Ho Teaching Hospital and the Nursing and Midwifery Council. Felix has attended many national and international conferences and has presented a number of papers around nursing and midwifery regulation and credentialling. He has some publications to his credit.
In addition, Mr Nyante is a professional and social mentor; having mentored many nursing and midwifery leaders in Ghana. Felix is a multiple award winner. In May 2021, he was recognised for Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Regulation by the Ministry of Health, Ghana. At that same ceremony he was inducted into the maiden Nursing and Midwifery Hall of Fame with two others. This is the first ever award in Ghana. Felix is the current Head of the Health Training Institutions in Ghana.
Currently, she is the Deputy Chief Executive in charge of Operations at NHIA, the position she has held for four years and has oversight responsibility on Claims management, Quality Assurance, Membership and Regional Operations, Research, Planning Monitoring and Evaluation, Strategic Health Purchasing, and Management Information Systems.
She is the Country Chair for the Global Joint Learning Network for Universal Health Coverage, Ghana Chapter. Mrs Addo-Cobbiah has been a regular feature at many international conferences and has had speaking roles on these platforms in the areas of Health Systems strengthening and Health Financing.
She has a background in Nursing and Midwifery and Master’s Degree in Hospital Management from the School of Public Health and Health Sciences, University of Leeds, United Kingdom.
Dr. Hanson-Nortey has been involved in clinical care and support for HIV and TB; national programme delivery and management; international NGO work; pandemic preparedness and response including COVID-19 response; independent consulting roles providing technical support for programme implementation; antimicrobial resistance activities; national technical working groups; and country proposal development to different funders. He is a member of Ghana’s Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) of Global Fund; Council Member of Ghana Coalition of NGOs in Health (GCNH); and Executive Member of Private Health Sector Alliance of Ghana (PHSAG).
He has also been involved in international level activities including Council Member of International Society for infectious Diseases (ISID); Co-Chairman of International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases (IUATLD) Working Group on TB Infection Control; and Core Team Member of End TB Transmission Initiative (ETTI) of Stop TB Partnership.
His passion is to see full integration of digital health technology into medical practice in Ghana especially in the private health sector in Ghana.