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Transformative Business Leader | Scaling Startups & Driving Profitability Across Africa & MENA Dynamic executive with 25+ years of proven success in steering startups, fintechs, telecoms, and renewable energy ventures through hypergrowth, turnarounds, and market disruptions. Expertise in building high-performing teams, architecting revenue-generating strategies, and unlocking scalability in complex emerging markets. Key strengths: Revenue Acceleration: Delivered 109% profit growth (Seedco), 3x MoM GMV (Pyypl), and 35% market share gains (Millicom). Operational Excellence: Achieved cash flow positivity in 9 months (d.light Tanzania) and scaled distribution networks to 14,000+ agents. Startup Mentorship: Advised 15+ startups (fintech, agribusiness, EdTech) on fundraising, go-to-market strategies, and sustainable scaling. Driven by: Building inclusive ecosystems, solving Africa’s infrastructure gaps, and mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs.