Meet the Fellows

Hi I am looking to start a non profit organization. I currently work for a non-profit. I have an masters degree in sociology.

Patrice Chappelle is an entrepreneur and CEO and Co-founder of MelanBrand Skin, LLC a natural skincare company for Black and brown kids.

Managed cleaning until the lock down, i gradually lost clientelle cause i didnt have the worktool & expertise to handle the new norm of cleaning

Patricia Nudi Orawo is an advocacy and policy specialist with 10 years experience. She is also the founder and Director of STADA, a non-profit based in Kenya. She is also the founder and CEO of STADA Pads a business that produces reusable sanitary towels; producing up to 20,000 pads to date.

I am Patricia Hubbard Coleman a 25-year member of the Business Management sector. Iam seeking funding to assist me with my start-up outsourcing administrative business.

I am currently a part time masters student at the University of Nairobi, and working at the same time. Very passionate about becoming an enterprenuer one day.

I'm a nutrition student passionate about cooking food, children and baking. I plan to build businesses around these 3. I actually started baking already and want to do better.

Je suis une jeune multi potentielle, rigoureuse, en quête de nouvelles opportunités. Je suis entre autre passionnée de commerce. Après mon baccalauréat, j'ai continué mes études en Anthropologie, filière dans laquelle j'ai obtenu ma licence en 2021. En 2020, j'ai intégré le monde professionnel auprès d'une société de commerce et de promotion du Made In Africa, où j'ai prouvé mes nombreuses compétences pendant plus de deux ans. Avec les expériences acquises, j'ai lancé mon entreprise de commerce import-export, de distribution de produits alimentaires en Août 2023.

I'm a very passionate and energetic person ,I'm ready to take over the world very much interested in owning my own clothing store.

Entrepreneur passionate about empowering youth & community. Runs support group for teen moms, book club, agricultural business (poultry, fish farm, local products). Aims to expand & empower others.

I am a passionate Development Engineer, social entrepreneur, researcher, impact-driven leader, and advocate for education & social change.

A project and grants specialist, expereince implementing entrepreneurship, education, health and environmental projects, innovative,motivator, leader, mother.

My name is Patricia George,a student from national open university,I'm from Imo state but reside in Abuja,a single mum of a beautiful boy and the CEO of babyput kitchen.

BS & MA Psychology graduate turned founder of AGAP.AI, merging empathy, science, and innovation to help families nurture growth, track milestones, and celebrate progress through tech that cares.

Hi, my is Patrick Washington I'm a single father of 5 with a good head on my shoulders continuously looking to evaluate to the next level. I'm a fast learner, dependable, reliable, flexible and a good listener. Looking for a mentor to help me better understand and guide me in through the ever changing landscape of entrepreneurship in real-estate so I can better assist other families with housing in CPS situations and just life in general cause I know how hard it can be.

3rd‑generation family business leader and DLSU educator. PhD student in Family Business Succession. Scaled pillow production from 1,000 to 10,000 weekly.

Odong Patrick is a Ugandan entrepreneur, founder of Agripure Ltd, creating jobs and affordable products, with experience in finance, procurement, and community development

I am the co-founder of Buzima company (https://www.buzimaco.rw/home.html). This business located in Rwanda is engaged in the chia seeds, corn, and cassava flour business.

I am a tech savvy.

I am hard-working, ambitious and an innovative person with a humble background. I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in business statistics

I am a single 25-year old finance professional born and working with Kenyan entreprenuers as a support services provider.

Patrick is currently enrolled as a medical student in Ghana. He is passionate about artificial intelligence and its impact on healthcare entrepreneurship.

I am a determined entrepreneur willing to Change the world

je suis professionnel de santé depuis 6 ans. J'ai travaillé au Pays et en dehors du pays comme médecin. Je suis jeune célibataire avec plein d'idée d'innovation et de croitre financièrement jusqu'à retrouver la liberté financière.

I am an accountant, currently pursuing Masters in organization leadership and management. I have worked in microfinance for 13 years helping people lift themselves out of poverty.

Am a bachelor's degree graduate passionate in Agri-business in providing food processing, creating employment to youths and providing support to climate change in my country.

Patrick Omoake is a graduate of mass communication from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. Before graduation, I did a 6 months industrial attachment with the Federal radio corporation of Nigeria and with the Vanguard newspaper where I was exposed and engaged in writing clear and useful reports. Currently, I work as an English language teacher for a private secondary school and also the editor of the school journal. I also volunteer as a story exchange facilitator with narrative 4 and also a part time creative writing facilitator with Yasmin Elrufai foundation. During my leisure time, I enjoy researching and listening to music. My interest s are education and agriculture.

I am an enthusiastic civil engineering graduate with a keen interest in seeing a self-sustaining continent (Africa) through inventions and innovations.

patrickattankurugu.com . Founder of Restored Glory Foundation. To transform lives in Ghana through empowerment, and sustainable development.

Hello my name is Patrick Wambua aged 27 years old from Kenya, and bachelors' degree holder from university of Egerton. I'm family man with one dear wife and a beautiful daughter, that one I couldn't let go not introduced. I must say I also love business. I like investments. I like earning money. I like to hear new methods of investments and how I can paint my society with new status of economic pride. Having said briefs of the earlier above, I wish to express my honest desire for wisdom. I will never wish to stop learning now or any other time in future. I like exposure. Meeting new people and exchanging business ideas with them. Honestly, we all do agree that no one is a monopoly of wisdom. Reading is my prominent hobby. In conclusion, I wish to thank savvy fellows group for their wise thought of creating this forum to empower sparking souls of young upcoming entrepreneurs. Again thank you. Thank you for this opportunity. I look forward to hear more from your updates.

I am a computer science graduate, a self-taught techie; social and digital entrepreneur with skills in programming, product management.

Je suis Patrick Théodore Mutshipayi. Je suis licencié en anglais et culture africaine depuis l'université pédagogique de Kananga. Je travaille depuis 2020 Je suis marié et père de deux enfants. Je travaille depuis 2020 comme humanitaire. Mais depuis janvier de l'année en cours , j'ai pris la décision de mettre en place mon entreprise afin de répondre aux multiples besoins des populations de ma ville.

Hi I’m Paul Adeosun, an individual passionate about entrepreneur, business development and value creation.

This is Paul Chirwa an entrepreneur from Malawi, Africa

Paul Bombo is a 35 years old visionary Liberian entrepreneur, pastor, and community leader dedicated to driving innovation, spiritual growth, and social impact. He is the Founder and CEO of Innotech Solutions Enterprise, specializing in technology-driven solutions and creative services. Beyond business, Paul serves as the Resident Pastor of Triumph Powers Ministry, where he leads with a passion for empowering lives through faith and practical wisdom. He is also the Founder and Visionary Leader of Life Principles Foundation, a nonprofit committed to uplifting communities through the seven pillars of spiritual life but has not official launch. A skilled graphic designer and app development enthusiast, Paul has a track record of initiating transformative projects—from tech platforms and educational tools to social enterprises. His leadership blends creativity, strategy, and compassion, reflecting his commitment to sustainable progress. Paul is a devoted husband to Maryann Sumo Bombo and a proud father of two, balancing family, ministry, and entrepreneurship with unwavering dedication and vision for a better Liberia.

In school, one of my hobbies was to walk up to random strangers and ask them about a problem that they faced and help them profer a solution.

I was one of the two winners in a pitch competition organized by the TFOLC Bishop's court Unit and raised funds to start up an agro-processing business in 2019.

Enigmatic and charismatic, i am a magnetic force, effortlessly drawing others in with a captivating aura and mysterious allure

From Edo State Nigeria, I attended progress Secondary school and the federal Polytechnic Idah Kogi state for national diploma in accounting but never graduated

Paul is passionate about increasing an organization’s online footprint, access to online tools, sustainable business models and continuous learning as a way of life.

I am aspiring leader and entrepreneur. With extreme enthusiasm and curiosity, this would make me achieve my aims; and I'd like to meet and connect with fellow members through it

Chief Technology officer at Netwiver Technologies

I love research and gaining knowledge. DIY has always been my hobby. I have tried many times being an entrepreneur by starting up businesses but it doesn't always go as planned.

My name is Akinola Paul a native of Ondo, Ondo state. I am 30 years of age and am single. Am a graduate from the Obafemi Awolowo university ile-ife osun state nigeria

Tech Ecosystem Architect, Entrepreneur, Developer, Social Impact Advocate, Founder/CEO LessStress Inc. & Waffi Hub

I was Born in a remote a remote are. I was born like to help others especially young ones and elders though we were poor. I finished my high school studed physics chemistry and Biology and scored highly at about 83.3%. So I need to extend my love of helping towards different sides of country and world wide through making foundation that will help children who was born in poor families so that their dreams can come true like other children.

I studied computer science.

I am a graduate of Accounting education from the Imo State University. I am currently freelancing in the tech industry and running my own business to support myself.

I'm Paul By day, I serve as an Electrical Technologist in a university,off the academic work I take care of my birds at the poultry Apart but share trends like build, nurture etc

Am Francis Paul, a graduate of Animal Science, a result-oriented and self-motivated entrepreneur with a can do attitude and excellent team lead skills to render positive services.

Entrepreneur and software engineer. I love to solve life issues. I love mentoring sharing and help people improve theirself.

I am a Christian and a graduate of Ambrose Alli University with BSC in computer science. I'm into farming and also building of machine.

Creative graphic designer and undergraduate healthcare professional, passionate about visual storytelling and innovation. Eager to learn, grow, and make impactful connections.

I am basically from Kaduna state, resident in Abuja, Nigeria. I am entrepreneur and community development enthusiast. I enjoy playing basketball, music, and traveling.

An Electric vehicle enthusiast championing for sustainable mobility. Currently, developing Association for Electric Mobility and Development in Africa (AEMDA) https://aemda.org/

Young self-driven, passionate and growth oriented entrepreneur very interested in improving the agricultural sector for sustainable farming

I burn with the passion of making the world a better place and that explains every of my actions and reactions. I live with the code "Live and let live"

I am a dreamer and have held myself to a high demand of actualizing my dreams. I am the founder of an emerging fintech startup "Vant". I am a father, a husband, and a lover of God.

I am passionate about making the world a better place through technology and Innovation. I currently manage my computer training centre that provides top notch computer services.

I am Paul Omokha Ayodele, a graduate of the National Open University of Nigeria. I am a serial entrepreneur, running multiple small businesses presently, some of which include commodity trading and freelancing. I am hoping to scale up operations in a short while from now.

I hold bachelors in science in Building from University of Jos since 2019, the spirit of entrepreneurship scaled me through my studies , Self-sponsorship was made easy amidst the economic recession in Nigeria. As an orphan from infant, I sponsored my primary, secondary and tertiary education with the small scale business I possessed.

Paul is a passionate socio-economic development worker with 8 years working with public and private partnership. He is also a social entrepreneur.

Ingénieur financier de formation et titulaire d'un Master 2, je cumule plus d'une dizaine d'années d'expériences professionnelles, dans divers secteurs d'activités ( Comptabilité et Gestion Budgétaire Publique, Négoce Internationale de matières premières agricoles, Conseil Stratégique aux entreprises, Immobilier, Grande Distribution. Je suis marié et père de 3 enfants. Résident permanent en Cote d'Ivoire.

Greetings My name is Paul Wamani and have attain a missionary school called The Youth with a Mission( Ywam). I've been a missionary for the past 5 years and I'm in Province in Papua New Guinea, Called East Sepik and funding to help me get proper materials to do and complete Two church buildings one is incomplete and so as the other with a missionary home which we did with the bush materials. Thank you and God Bless.

Creative personality with a passion for meaningful conversations.

I'm consistently coming up with creative savvy ideas!

Dr. Paula Garay CEO and Co-Founder, emme coalition Dr. Paula Garay is a trauma survivor, a wife, a mother, and a fierce advocate for women and families who are too often unheard. Her lived experience, rooted in overcoming adversity, has become the foundation of a mission-driven career dedicated to social justice, maternal health equity, and generational healing. Today, she leads the emme coalition as its CEO and co-founder, a revolutionary, community-rooted nonprofit reimagining maternal and women’s health care for Black and Brown women and girls navigating trauma, poverty, and systemic neglect. A Doctor of Health Sciences with dual graduate degrees in business and adult development, Dr. Garay has spent more than 15 years designing, implementing, and leading culturally responsive programs across healthcare and social service systems. Her work has spanned geriatric care, immigrant services, trauma-informed clinical practice, and maternal and family health. Whether directing programs for undocumented mothers or managing a medical center serving diverse populations, she has remained focused on meeting people where they are with compassion, dignity, and purpose. As a multilingual leader fluent in English and Spanish, and literate in Portuguese and Italian, Dr. Garay bridges gaps for immigrant and marginalized communities across linguistic and cultural divides. Her ability to communicate across cultures has not only strengthened the quality of care but has also amplified the voices of those often silenced by fear or circumstance. The emme coalition, which she co-founded and now leads as a fully independent 501(c)(3), embodies Paula’s vision for radical, trauma-informed transformation. emme stands for empowerment, mindfulness, motivation, and education. It is far more than a program. It is a movement to save babies, support mothers, and disrupt the racial disparities plaguing maternal health outcomes in America. Under her leadership, emme offers life coaching, wraparound supports, reproductive health guidance, and holistic behavioral care, producing transformative outcomes including full-term pregnancies, increased high school graduation rates, and empowered future doulas and community health workers, many of whom began as emme participants. Dr. Garay is not only a survivor. She is a builder of new pathways. Every aspect of her leadership is infused with empathy, cultural humility, and a tireless drive to ensure that every mother and child has the chance to live, thrive, and belong.

I recently concluded my masters program in business Administration. I am currently looking for ways to help build my brand to be sustainable and impactful.

I’m a university graduate with first class honors in Global Challenges and I’m currently working on a business of beanbags with a colleague of mine.

I am married with kids,I base in Lagos.I graduated with a B.Sc from the department of Social Work, University of Calabar in 2015.I have ventured into different failed businesses.

My name is Paulina Megase. I come from Ghana and I studied Business Administration at the University of Ghana Business School.

My name is Pauline am from Kenya I do online consultation about industries in kenya

Senior Software Engineer · B2B Agent Intelligence Architect. 5+ years shipping production systems. Currently specializing in multi-LLM pipelines, eval-driven development, cost-optimized serverless infrastructure, and Forward Deployed Engineering for emerging-market constraints.

I'm Pauline, a B.TECH holder of information technology from FUTY Adamawa state, Nigeria.I'm 32 years old.I run my own businesses Thank you.

I'm a pharmacy graduate of University of Nigeria, Nsukka since 2015. Ever since I have been into retail pharmacy practice and experienced in it.

I am Smart, vision oriented, passionate about learning new ideas and goal focused

naitwa paulo lazaro naomba kujiunga na program hii ili niweze kupata ubunifu na namna ya kuendesha maisha yangu.

I'm a hardworking man with a certificate in business administration I own a small business in our village.

I am a post graduate, with 4 years of entrepreneurial experience. Very creative, strategist, project planner and a dedicated person with positive mindset.

My self Pavitra. Currently promoting micro entrepreneurship. I have a plan to start my own venture.

I am a practicing Journalist by profession with Radio King in Gulu Uganda. A farmer, I am passionate about nutrition and changing the lives of the community I live in.

My name is Eke Chioma Peace. I am a Nigerian. I am a student, a single mom and an upcoming fashion stylist. I was born in Abuja but I am based in Jos, Nigeria. I live with my parents. I am the third out of four girls. I got into the fashion industry in 2018 till date. I want to pursue my dreams of becoming one the best stylist in my country and beyond, and I am hoping I will achieve that with savvy fellowship.

Edu volunteers, partners, and organizes aseries of Programs, andTraining for childcaregivers. She uses docus and featurestories for Education advancement.

My name is peace fran a nigerian am an entrepreneur

Peace Mtonga is a dedicated educator and entrepreneur with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education Humanities, majoring in Geography and Social Studies. He has over three years of experience in community engagement and project management. As the founder of Epic Creative Center, Peace nurtures creativity and innovation. His work as a secondary school teacher and digital business facilitator highlights his commitment to promoting inclusive education and social empowerment.

I'm peace Okafor, a passionate entrepreneur who has strong passion for Real estate. My goal is to develop a lasting housing solution for the three social classes of the economy.

my name is peace Nworie Nkwuda. I am a Nigerian and an aspiring entrepreneur. I am a fresh graduate of mass communication. I am an inquisitive learner.

I am a tenacious and energetic lady passionate about engineering and entrepreneurship. I want to build a sustainable company that solves the housing problem by building community.

I am Peace Udoka Orji, currently working with a Tax Consultanting Firm. Asides my Job, I dedicate my time to mentoring and coaching Teenagers/Young People.

I am a result-oriented person who looks out for business opportunities & leverage them using the right network. Thank you.

I am Peace Ebunoluwa Ejirinde, a registered nurse and entrepreneur passionate about quality healthcare, telecommunication solutions, and building impactful, sustainable businesses.

I am a young software engineer with AI enthusiasm and natural passion for self-development and business.

I am passionate, analytical, friendly kind and smart in everything I do.

My name is Chinaka Peace Onyinyechi. I'm from Imo state. I'm a student of University of Nigeria Enugu Campus. I'm studying Medical Laboratory Science and currently in 300 level. And always eager to learn with humbleness. I always love putting smile on people's face. A cheerful person.

My name is peace, I am a 22 year old entrepreneur with burning quest for knowledge, growth and problem solving. I will be a privilege to be part of this program

I am a graduate researcher in material science engineering. I also completed my undergraduate thesis with 78%. My years of business experience are majorly in Fabrication.

My name is Peace, and I am an independent filmmaker, content creator, scriptwriter, and event producer. I've mastered the art of crafting engaging content for films, television and advertising. I am also a script and screenwriter, fueled by a genuine passion for compelling storytelling. Beyond creativity, I thrive as a dynamic project manager, providing innovative solutions tailored to diverse industries. My versatility makes me a reliable ally for project success, where problem-solving comes naturally. Lastly, I am a seasoned event planning expert, event producer and venue stylist or decorator. My hands-on experience of over 7 years sets me apart and what distinguishes me is the unique ability to turn your vision event into a stunning reality within budget constraints. I possess a superpower for orchestrating unforgettable experiences, leveraging strong vendor relationships for unbeatable deals.

Passionate behaviour and public health professional with hands on experience in program coodination,therapy support ,and health education,skilled in working with children with special needs ,providing behavioral interventions and supporting community based health programs. Background in pharmacy practice, administrative support and social services, with the ability to integrate clinical knowledge ,behavourial insights and public health strategies to promote wellness and improve health outcomes.

I engage effectively with people and a computer literate who is good with social media and I have the ability to learn quick and pay attention to details