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TUYO VENTURES

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TUYO VENTURES is an idea incubator and more. We validate ideas and help them come to life by working with a variety of global partners and raising the necessary equity funding to bring the concept to market.

We specialize in solving societal issues through technological solutions. TUYO VENTURES works with solution-focused global and local partners to bring ideas to life. We incubate concepts, facilitate technology research, product engineering, and invest and raise equity funding.

Physical and Digital Health

Location: Ghana
Target Market: Africa (54 Countries)
Product Pilot: Ghana (32 million people)

BODYBYTECHNOLOGY (BBT) will provide personalized patient care via a network of staffed neighborhood health care clinics offering primary care, urgent care, imaging, vision, and dental services; and mobile technology that will offer real-time monitoring, reporting and access to a global network of healthcare providers. BBT will start in Ghana and expand across the continent.
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Roadless Mass Transit System

Location: Ghana
Target Market: Africa (54 Countries)
Product Pilot: Motorcycle Conversion Program (840,000 units)

WAKAnRIDE (WnR) is an information technology company that provides environmental-friendly transportation solutions. WnR will convert gas-powered scooters, motorcycles, tricycles, drones, buses, water ferries and light rail to electric alternatives and build the infrastructure to ensure the longevity of those vehicles. This cost-effective solution which harnesses renewable energy, will create new jobs and contribute to a healthier environment and economy. Users can conveniently access these resources via a mobile app and businesses can provide charging stations and battery vending machines to attract more traffic to their locations. WnR has an initial target of converting 500,000 motorcycles and tricycles and its solutions are designed to support REDD+ goals. WnR will partner with motorcycle dealerships, battery manufacturers, automotive repair shops and other businesses to convert and maintain these vehicles.
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eSports for Jobs Skills

Location: San Francisco
Target Market: Global
Product Pilot: Cold Chain Logistics

iQx10.COM is harnessing the exhilarating power of video games to revolutionize how individuals acquire essential career skills. Positioned at the forefront of training evolution, iQx10 not only helps employees grow and develop with their current employer, but the games also help facilitate career transitions for those seeking new opportunities. Upon completion of these games, individuals earn badges/certificates which validate their competency and improve their marketability. These programs benefit both employers and employees by saving time, costs, and providing a tangible demonstration of abilities. Additionally, iQx10’s initiatives align with governmental efforts to drive workforce interest towards critical sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, energy, transportation, and more.
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Integrated Digital Media Platform

Location: San Francisco
Target Market: Global
Product Pilot: ACM Today

VOTAC (Voices of the African Continent) is an integrated digital media company delivering a diverse array of content covering economic, political, and cultural information from 54 African countries. VOTAC aims to become the principal source of news and entertainment to, about and from Africa. VOTAC’s inaugural offering, the Africa Capital Markets TODAY show, is tailored to empower both local and international entrepreneurs and investors seeking business opportunities on the continent.
The Voices of the African Continent (VOTAC), Enriching the World.
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  • BODYBYTECHNOLOGY​
  • iQx10
  • TUYO VENTURES
  • VOTAC
  • WAKAnRIDE
Abraham Tuyo
Abraham Tuyo
Founder & Managing Partner​
Portfolio
TUYO VENTURES

Abraham Tuyo leads the firm’s business concept development. He is responsible for the management of idea-to-commercialization lifecycle (product development). Abraham is a lifelong philomath; formally educated in Computer Media Technology, Business Administration, System Dynamics and Simulations, and Law.

How did your previous life experience influence your approach to business?

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.

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What is your motto?

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.

Do you see yourself as a founder, an investor, entrepreneur or an engineer?

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.

Why Information Technology?

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.

What do you do, apart from work?

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.

What inspired you to found this company?

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.

What values are most important to the firm’s success?

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.

How is TUYO VENTURES different from other venture capital firm?

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.

Where did all those portfolio company ideas come from?

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.

What makes a successful entrepreneur?

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!

How are the portfolio companies different from their competitors?

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.

What attributes do you look for in entrepreneurs?

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.

Is there an emerging technology that most excites you?

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.
Alberta Nyarko
Alberta Nyarko
Advisor
Portfolio
BODYBYTECHNOLOGY​

Dr. Alberta Adjebeng Biritwum-Nyarko (MD, MPH, MGCP) is a Medical Doctor and a Public Health Physician Specialist (Physician Epidemiologist) with interest in Health Systems Strengthening, Epidemic Preparedness & Response and Infectious diseases. She obtained her MBChB in 2001 from the KNUST-SMS and an MPH in 2010 from the same School. She became a Member of the Ghana College of Physicians in 2015. She worked as HIV Advisor for the USAID FRHP and has served as Metropolitan Director of Health Service in Kumasi Metropolitan Area in Ashanti Region, Regional Director of Health Service for the Eastern Region and is currently Director of Policy, Planning & Budgeting, Monitoring & Evaluation at the GHS Headquarters.

Dr Alberta Adjebeng Biritwum-Nyarko is a Medical Doctor and a Public Health Physician Specialist (Physician Epidemiologist) with interest in Health Systems Strengthening, Epidemic Preparedness & Response and Infectious diseases.

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She has benefited from several Fellowship Awards in a wide range of areas including Infectious Disease Surveillance and response & Leadership for Health Service delivery. She is part of several technical working groups and committees. She has led several Responses to epidemics/outbreaks of national interest with success.
Amir Nessim
Amir Nessim
Advisor, Global Policy and Strategy​
Portfolio
TUYO VENTURES

Amir Nessim is CEO of Aradi Ventures LTD, an Agrotech startup operating in Middle East and Africa. A position he assumed in Jan 2021. He has previously held various leadership positions in Schlumberger, a global leader in oil field services. Including VP Strategy MENA, president Well Services, president of Testing Services, global vice president of Health, Safety and Environment; GeoMarket manager for Angola, Southern & Eastern Africa; and global vice president for coiled tubing services.

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.

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Nessim holds a Bachelor of Science degree in electronics engineering from Ain Shams University in Cairo, Egypt.
Anson Lam
Anson Lam
Partner, IT & Law
Portfolio
TUYO VENTURES

Anson Lam leads the design, implementation and management of Information Technology Infrastructure programs, and oversees the development and implementation of relevant legal policies. He is a practicing solicitor in Hong Kong.

Who is Anson Lam?
A geek lawyer. An INTJ who has been constantly preparing to be on the show "Who Wants to be A Millionaire".

Why do you code?
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.

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When you are faced with challenges, how do you go about to solve them?

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.

You started at TUYO VENTURES before the firm was named. What did you see about the idea behind the firm?

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.

What lessons, memories or experiences from childhood informs your professional decisions today?

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.

You lead Information Technology and Law at the firm. How do you see your role in shaping and preparing the firm and its portfolio companies now and for the future?

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.

What do you for fun or leisure?

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.
Diane Law
Diane Law
Board Member
Portfolio
VOTAC

Diane Law is recognized in business and higher education communities for her experience and knowledge in the areas of executive leadership, management, marketing, social media, and accounting, Diane Law has helped numerous organizations from multi-million dollar technology firms to non-profit organizations by capturing key accounts, increasing revenues and raising the visibility of corporate brands.

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.

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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.
Eric Nsiah-Boateng
Eric Nsiah-Boateng
Advisor
Portfolio
BODYBYTECHNOLOGY​

Dr. Eric Nsiah-Boateng has over 19 years of working knowledge and understanding of the Ghanaian health system, and over 10 years of professional experience in health system research and consultancy. At present, Eric is the Head for the Monitoring and Evaluation Unit of the Ministry of Health in Ghana. Prior to assuming this position, he worked as the Senior Manager for Policy at the Ghana National Health Insurance Authority. Eric is a Board member of the National Ambulance Service and has served on a number of national level steering and advisory committees.

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He obtained his PhD in Public Health from University of Ghana and has authored a book chapter, and several peer-reviewed articles and conference papers on health financing and health policy evaluation. He serves as a reviewer for British Medical Journal (BMJ), BMC Journals, PLOS Journals, and Global Journal of Health Sciences.
Felix Nyante
Felix Nyante
Advisor
Portfolio
BODYBYTECHNOLOGY​

Felix Nyante is a Regulatory Expert with over 33 years of professional experience in Nursing and Midwifery Practice, Education and Administration. Until August 2022, he was the Registrar of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana, a position he held since 2014. Prior to his assumption of the position, he served as the Deputy Registrar for eight years where he provided oversight to supervision and regional coordination of the Council.

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.

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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.
Festus Adedoyin
Festus Adedoyin
Visiting Fellow​
Portfolio
TUYO VENTURES

Dr. Festus Adedoyin, PhD., is a Fellow at the UK’s Higher Education Academy, a Chartered Management and Business Educator, and a lecturer in the Department of Computing and Informatics, Bournemouth University, U.K. His current research interest is in the application of Machine and Deep Learning and Econometrics tools to research stories in Energy and Climate Change as well as Digital Health. Festus has contributed to several thematic areas in the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, and he is open to international research collaborations. He consults for the UNDP and is a member of the Editorial Board for several reputable academic journals.

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Academic & Training
  • Bournemouth University, United Kingdom. PhD Economics.
  • Barcelona Graduate School of Economics, Spain Summer School Non-linear Panel Data Modelling
  • KDI School of Public Policy & Management, South Korea MSc Development Policy – Summa Cum Laude
  • University of Ibadan, Nigeria MSc Economics – PhD Grade
  • Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria. BSc Economics – First Class (Hons)


Published Research Festus Adedoyin’s Refereed Journal Articles are indexed in the Web of Science – Social Science Citation Index (SSCI, SCI-E, ESCI)
Frederick Yidana
Frederick Yidana
Advisor
Portfolio
WAKAnRIDE

Ing. Frederick Yidana is an electrical engineer by profession and works with the Electricity Company of Ghana in Accra, he has over 15 years of experience in the electricity distribution of the energy sector. He is a maintenance and operations engineer in charge of high and low tension underground cables, maintenance of power, and distribution transformers.

He holds a Bachelor of Science (Bsc) degree in Electricals and Electrinics Engineering from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, kumsi (KNUST), as well as an Master Science (Msc) Degree in Energy Economics from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) and a professional engineer with the Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE).

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He has had a series of on job training in the United States of America, the Federal Republic of Germany, the Peoples Republic of China, and recently in India on solar energy. He is married and blessed with three children.
Gail Mattson
Gail Mattson
Board Member
Portfolio
WAKAnRIDE

Gail Mattson is a multi-dimensional business consultant and immensely passionate executive expert who holds extensive experience of working in engineering and operations for private industry, consulting, and federal agencies. Equipped with a formidable blend of knowledge and understanding of environmental engineering, safety and sustainability, as well as project management, she excels in the niches of strategy development, client relations, and team building. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry/Biology from Baker University and an M.S.E. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Washington.

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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.
George Nipah
George Nipah
Advisor
Portfolio
WAKAnRIDE

ING. George Sasraku NIPAH has over 30+ years’ experience in telecommunications planning, design, operations, and business development. George commenced his public service career with the Volta River Authority (VRA) in 1990 as a Professional Telecommunications Engineer before joining GRIDCo in 2008. He holds degrees in Electrical/Electronic Engineering from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and master’s in Public Administration from Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA). George ended his national public service with GRIDCo as a Director, where he served as the first General Manager, GRIDTel (Responsible for the operations and commercialisation of GRIDCo Telecommunications infrastructure) and then Director System Operations (Responsible for the operation of the National Interconnected Transmission System). He is a member of Ghana Institution of Engineers (GhIE) and has served on the Board of the African Utilities Telecom Council (AUTC).

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He is a member of Ghana Institution of Engineers (GhIE) and has served on the Board of the African Utilities Telecom Council (AUTC).
Hanson Nortey
Hanson Nortey
Advisor
Portfolio
BODYBYTECHNOLOGY​

Dr. Nii Nortey Hanson-Nortey, is a Medical Field Epidemiologist and Global Health Expert with local and international experience managing health programmes and projects. His major interests are in TB and HIV control activities, public health intelligence, health security activities, health systems strengthening, and private sector engagement.

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).

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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.
Jacqui Barnes
Jacqui Barnes
Advisor
Portfolio
BODYBYTECHNOLOGY​

Dr. Jacqui Barnes brings on board seventeen years of practice and a wealth of experience in primary care and occupational health. Dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare while helping patients to navigate the unique challenges presented where work and wellness intersect.

She partners with patients and family/employers to create personalized care plans that address immediate health concerns and long term well-being.

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She has expertise in preventive medicine and acute and chronic disease management, workplace wellness programs development, occupational exposure assessments, pre-employment and fitness for duty examinations, return to work evaluations and workplace injury treatment and prevention. She is well positioned to provide healthcare services for a wide range of clients across different age ranges and occupations and has built a strong professional network to facilitate referrals for continuing care.

She is passionate about the practice of evidence-based medicine and received training from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana (MBChB), University of Ghana School of Public Health (MPH), University of Ghana Business School (Strategic Planning and Performance Monitoring), University of Washington, USA (Leadership and Management in Health; Project Management in Global Health) and International Institute of Primary Health Care, Ethiopia (Global Primary Healthcare).

She volunteers in medical outreach programs in rural and underserved communities and loves to read and watch movies in her spare time.
Jeffrey Slotterback
Jeffrey Slotterback
Advisor, Investor Relations​
Portfolio
TUYO VENTURES

Jeffrey Slotterback is a founding partner of PhiCap Advisors, a specialized investment bank focused on clean energy and energy transition companies. Jeff leverages his significant corporate finance leadership, M&A transaction experience and public company turn-around guidance to clients in all stages of their business lifecycle. Jeff’s passion is identifying creative solutions to complicated financial situations.

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.

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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
K.K. Azeez
K.K. Azeez
Advisor
Portfolio
BODYBYTECHNOLOGY​

Dr. Kabiru Koredele Azeez, M.B.B.S. (UI), DLO (WACS), MPH (UG), M.A. HRM. (UCC), Dip. HSM. (GI), Dip. SD&L. (London), PGDE (UCC), is the National President of the Ghana Association of Quasi-Government Health Institutions (GAQHI), comprising of over 600 health Institutions in over 80 Government Organizations(PARASTALTAS) in Ghana and also the Director of University Health Services in the University for Development Studies. (2017-date)

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.

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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.
Kati Everett
Kati Everett
Advisor, Corporate Communications​
Portfolio
TUYO VENTURES

Kati Everett joined Novant Health in 1997 and advanced through the ranks to Senior Vice President of Public Relations and Chief Communications Officer and has been entrusted with oversight of public relations, social media, brand journalism, internal communications, and creative services across a multi-state health system.

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.

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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.
Kim Ferullo
Kim Ferullo
Board Member
Portfolio
iQx10

Kim Ferullo brings over 20 years of human resources, talent management and organizational capability experience. Her past work experiences have afforded her the opportunity to work with many top firms and employers, ranging in size from small start-ups to large Fortune 500 firms. Her work experience has also covered various industries, to include: facilities/engineering, healthcare, banking, government contracting, aerospace/defense, start-ups, international and non-profits.

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.

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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.
Kwabena Appah-Sampong
Kwabena Appah-Sampong
Advisor
Portfolio
WAKAnRIDE

Ebenezer Appah-Sampong is a Former Deputy Executive Director for Technical Services at the EPA Ghana. He is a Development Planner with over 29 years working experience in Developing and Implementing Environmental Management Policies, Plan, Programmes and Projects, Environmental Impact Assessment Administration, Capacity Building and Policy Planning Monitoring and Evaluation.

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Significant work includes supporting the development, implementation and management of a credible Environmental Impact Assessment System in Ghana, providing technical support for drafting of key legislations such as Ghana Environmental Assessment Regulations of 1999, Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste Control and Management Act 2016, Act 917, Hazardous Waste, Electronic Waste and other Waste (Classification) Control and Management Regulations 2016, LI 2250 and Environmental Quality Standards, Offering technical support for policy formulation, ratification of international environmental agreements and frameworks and conduct of Strategic Environmental Assessments of national policies, plans and programme.
Leland Babitch
Leland Babitch
Board Member
Portfolio
BODYBYTECHNOLOGY​

Dr. Leland Babitch, MD, MBA, is the President and CEO of iMPROve Health. iMPROve Health is focused on healthcare quality improvement across the nation, and is the Medicare-designated Quality Improvement Organization for the state of Michigan. With more twenty-five years of experience in healthcare, Dr. Babitch brings a demonstrated expertise in quality improvement, electronic health record technology, advanced analytics, health information exchange, population health, and hospital/medical group governance to the BodyByTechnology team. Dr. Babitch is using his expertise in healthcare, informatics and quality improvement to help design the initial pilot clinic in Ghana.

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.

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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.
Maurice Grier
Maurice Grier
Advisor
Portfolio
iQx10

Maurice Grier is an experienced and dedicated supply chain management professional with over 30 years of warehousing, distribution, and third-party logistics experience. He’s worked with multiple temperature-controlled storage and distribution providers driving operational performance in the food industry through detailed process analysis and productivity improvement, proper profit/loss management, effective communications, collaborative negotiating techniques, and effective team leadership and coaching.

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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.
Nii Noi Hanson-Nortey
Nii Noi Hanson-Nortey
Intern
Portfolio
TUYO VENTURES

Nii Noi Hanson-Nortey – born and raised in Ghana, Africa – is the oldest of three children.

Nii Noi moved to the United States to further his education at a private high school in upstate New York. After earning his high school diploma, he continues to enhance his knowledge of our world while at Cedarville University’s school of engineering.

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Nii Noi is working on innovations unborn that will personalize patient care with mobile devices and more, while pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering (as a major), and Biomedical Engineering (as a minor). This passion of his was on the move before leaving his homeland, where he began developing interests in computers, specifically their engineering facets and application to healthcare and the medical sciences. His view of the world constantly inspires his ideas to develop solutions to the problems we face across the globe, especially in Africa.

Nii Noi has identified programs of research and development of the above fields at some of Silicon Valley’s renowned companies including Google and Apple, and within institutions like Stanford and MIT, all to continue discovering ways of merging engineering, medicine, and computers. He has begun his quest for solutions while being a part of Tuyo Ventures’ Body-By-Technology team.

He loves to travel and explore. He’s an avid listener of music, plays a few musical instruments, participates in sports such as Basketball and Volleyball, but also has interests in other activities such as Football, cooking and videography.”
OreOluwa Oduneye
OreOluwa Oduneye
Intern
Portfolio
iQx10

OreOluwa Oduneye is currently studying Computer Science and Economics at Obafemi Awolowo University, ILE-IFE, Nigeria. His area of research is in the Arts, Computer Science (A.I.), Economics, and Medicine. Oreoluwa is an intern at TUYO VENTURES. He is assigned to iQx10.

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.

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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?
Rebecca Acquaah-Arhin
Rebecca Acquaah-Arhin
Advisor
Portfolio
BODYBYTECHNOLOGY​

Dr. Mrs. Rebecca Acquaah-Arhin is a highly accomplished medical professional with over 20 years of experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. As the Head of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department at the Family Health University College (FHUC) Family Health Medical School in Accra, Ghana, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, which make her well-suited to lead BODYBYTECHNOLOGY.

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.

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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.
Salma Adam
Salma Adam
Advisor
Portfolio
WAKAnRIDE

Salma Adam is an Electrical Engineer who works as a Regulatory compliance and SLA Management Officer with the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) focusing on the Fibre connectivity Business of the company.

She has over a decade experience in both the Telecommunication and Energy Sector.

She previously worked with Scancom Ghana (MTN) Ltd. as part of a team that monitored and performed operational activities of the entire Telecom network of the operator in Ghana.

At GRIDCo, she has worked on major negotiations involving partnership on the UTelco business and has the key responsibility of merging the technical and legal aspects of these engagements.

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She has an Electrical/ Electronic Engineering degree from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and a Masters in Energy Economics from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration and is a lawyer called to the Ghanaian Bar. She is a member of the Ghana Institution of Engineers (GhIE) and is passionate about the shift to renewable energy forms and has published papers on this topic.
Tejasvi BK
Tejasvi BK
Advisor, Information Technology
Portfolio
TUYO VENTURES

Tejasvi BK is an Engineer by profession with expertise in the Product Development Life Cycle. His experience in the Engineering and IT field spans across Asia, Europe, and Americas in delivering solutions for the various Industry segments – Aerospace, Medical and Telecommunication. He has held management roles in the capacity of Director, managing global client relationships, developing customer and vendor partnerships, and executing multi-million-dollar contracts. His expertise in the Business, Management, Engineering, and IT segments benefits Tuyo Ventures and its vision to integrate its partners to deliver solutions to the targeted markets.

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Tejasvi obtained his Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from PES Institute of Tech, Bangalore University and is a certified Product Development professional. He is based in India and travels between the US and India. He is passionate about nurturing people, building start-ups, and evaluating vendors and products. In his leisure time, he spends time on photography, identifying gadgets to ease life’s complications.
Vivian Addo-Cobbiah
Vivian Addo-Cobbiah
Advisor
Portfolio
BODYBYTECHNOLOGY​

Vivian Addo-Cobbiah, is a health professional with thirty-eight (38) years demonstrated experience in healthcare service provision and health financing, out of which twenty-one (21) years has been in managerial capacity in healthcare, health policy and financing. She has worked at the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) for the past 15 years and served on the NHIS Benefit Package Review Committee, NHIA Credentialing Tools Review Committee, the Second Medium Term Strategic Plan Development Team and many more. She has served as a member of the Board of Directors for Health Facilities Regulatory Agency for six years and a member of the National Health Insurance Board’s Oversight Committee for two years.

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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.

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