Alastair Curtis's Linkedin Analytics

South African. Experienced startup General Manager, Market Launcher, Operator, and Pre-Seed fund Venture Partner. I’ve seen and done it firsthand in some of the world's toughest ease-of-doing-business markets such as Nigeria and Kenya. Before Archer, I led Uber's California and Western US rides business. Previous to that I was the GM, West Coast at Wheels (micro-mobility), and GM of the US business for Aerobotics (a series B funded B2B Agriculture-Tech startup). Before that, I was first on the ground and built two of the largest three markets in sub-Saharan Africa for Uber. I worked with exceptional people and delivered economic opportunity to thousands. In my spare time, I invest in early-stage startups (Partner at Sherpa Africa Ventures, first angel into CatalyzU & StayUnique), and advise (Smile Identity). I’ve been asked to participate in many panel discussions and speaker slots at conferences such as SDL Miami, MEST Africa Summit, and Amplify Africa. Specialties: Expansion Strategy, Launch Management, Marketplace Operations, General Management, P&L Management, Partnership Development, Beating Competitors, People Management, Recruiting, Seed Stage Investing. Contact: [email protected]