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One of the missions of Savvy is to bring passionate and competent individuals together to start sustainable businesses, or to foster strategic partnerships and collaborations between entrepreneurs. With that said, we advise Savvy Fellows to use this utility to find and interact with other Savvy Fellows, which could lead to starting a business together or forging a partnership.

I am from Syria. I came to Turkey when I was 17. I love painting so much. I went to the United Arab Emirates 4 months ago. I created my first company, Medical Services, and I have started the process of creating two other companies, Education Services and Provider Services. I live alone since 2017. I was a volunteer at the Turkish Youth Sports Ministry for more than 2 and half years. I support the women rights. I love the education very much. I attend to two colleges in Turkey.
Iam marando kince akenyan ,born and raised in nyanza ,the southern part of kenya ,
Glory is a civil engineer, and a freelance worker. He is passionate about entrepreneurship and aimed to open his own civil engineering company in the 5 coming years.  
Je suis gil justhene kindou, un jeune dynamique qui aime apprendre. J'ai étudié les finances et la je continue mes études en administration des entreprises. J'ai pris part à la 1er éditions de youth challenge dans mon pays et primer parmi les meilleurs. Ancien participant du programme yali au Kenya. Aimons tout ce qui est rattaché aux entreprises, je me forme grâce à athena university et différentes formations qu'il propose et j'ai suivi une formation de MCGILL university en finance. Perfectionniste, la formation est une chose qui n'a pas de fin d'où mon envie de toujours apprendre.
My name is Kimberly Lori King and I'm a Visual Artist in Atlanta Georgia. I specialize in acrylic paints on canvas and wood. I also love to upcycle clothing and wooden furniture.
Purpose-driven culture strategist using allyship to drive impact, inclusion, and innovation in business and beyond.
I am running as an individual entrepreneur dealing with agri-products from farming, processing to distribution.
I'm Kingsley, A graduate of Mechanical engineering from Federal University of Technology, Owerri. Imo state.
Very unique, good communication skill, always ready to learn new skills.
I am Mandela Kingsley, I hail from kaduna state, I am a graduate from federal polytechnic of Statistics Kaduna.
I have been in love with business when it comes to ideating and co-creating with others, negotiationa, dealmaking and many other aspects of running a company
I am a 35 years old young civil engineer working in the ICT an renewable energy sector in Cameroon.
Je suis un jeune entrepreneur de chez moi, j'aimerais me lancer dans l'agrobusiness,en dehors de la petite boîte que je dirige déjà.
I’m 25 yr old, got my cdl a 6 months ago. Love been on the road, I have experience with trucking and looking forward to start my business. by my 30s I can have a fleet.
Bonjour, Je suis Frédéric, français et congolais. J'ai toujours eu l'envie d'entreprendre depuis ma jeunesse. J'ai donc créé une micro-entreprise et cherche à financer mes projets
Dedicated visionary, fueled by curiosity. A lifelong learner, passionate about empowerment, creating change through innovation, and fostering a brighter, inclusive future for all.
I am a highly motivated and driven person with a goal to better the society by creating a Climate Venture to bring Global Warming to a drawdown.
Professional experienced in communications, digital and website management, tender management, market research, administration ,event planning.
I am a student entrepreneur, privileged to have been a co-founder of 2 agricultural ventures. I have a passion for growth and aim to create ventures that add value to my community.
I have bachelor degree in Project Planning and Management with 5+ years of experience in sales and project management.
I am a character shaped by purpose, creativity, and a deep love for the environment. I am Francisca an environmentalist with the mind of a scientist and the heart of an artist. I move through the world seeing both what it is and what it can become. I am someone whose journey began at Kabarak University, where I earned my degree in Environmental Science. Along the way, I strengthened my skills through training with Dream Academy, Safe 4 All, Sanara, and Generation Kenya. Each experience added a new layer to my character leadership, resilience, and a stronger commitment to climate action. I am the kind of person who shows up for my community. Through my work at Baraka Youth Empowerment, I have supported young people in entrepreneurship, environmental awareness, and leadership. I believe real change happens when we combine knowledge with creativity, so I use both my scientific background and my artistic expression to inspire others. I am driven by a vision of a more sustainable and empowered Africa. I see myself as a bridge connecting people to opportunities, ideas to action, and communities to solutions that strengthen both the environment and their future.
I am a content strategist with an accounting background. Recently won funds for a crowdsourcing platform that aims to keep people safe.
Nick Kinyua, founder of De Safi Plastics, a techprenuer and aeronautical engineer pioneering robotics innovations and sustainable solutions
I am hardworking, ambitious and a focused profesional on self development. I have strong organizational skills and is adaptable to any environment i am placed in. I am confident, self motivated and determined to succeed in this new phase of enterprenuership.
I am currently working as Financial Accountant and Acting as Business Development Manager at a start up Hospital in Kenya with an aim of elevating the business to greater heights.
I am an experienced self employed electrical technician from Kenya, eastern Africa.
I am a hard working Kenyan who is interested in becoming a tech savvy developer and to engage in a meaningful employment.
I am an upcoming entrepreneur,but currently I am an optometrist. I have a diploma in optometry, a firstborn in a family of 7.
i am a student currently pursuing business information technology.Quite interested in applying my knowledge in agricultural field
Dickson is a graduate with degree in business management and IT,with skills , performance and dedicated spirit i have always aspired doing business
I am passionate about leadership,entrepreneurship and engineering.I usually call myself an inventor investor and engineer.
I am a vibrant and passionate accountant on continuous life long learning career
.Am also passionate about farming and would like to start venturing into agribusiness.
I am Ian born and raised in Kenya from a remote county called Bomet. I am the first born of three. I currently at university pursuing Clinical medicine.
Jonah Kirabo. 23. Journalist with Nile Post in Uganda. Founder of muna-UGANDA apparel
I am a personal and business development mentor, coach, trainer, facilitator. I am an author and a motivational speaker.
Am a humble person who is ambitious, innovative and hardworking.
Am a professional with rich background in social and youth matters. Am open-mined, curious person and I aspire to make use of my experience and passion for innovative solutions.
Founder of Restorative Care, creating clean, holistic hair and skin solutions for women facing hair loss and chronic conditions.
I am a 25 year old single mother that refuses to give up. I am full of ideas, dreams and determination and aspire to be and to do great things.
Brianca Kirkman, MA is a Marketing Operations and Automations Consultant and the author of It Ain’t Rocket Science, Friend! How to Position Your Expertise, Build an Authentic Personal Brand, and Plan a Profitable Launch in 90 Days. Brianca specializes in helping executives, entrepreneurs, and CEOs build, launch, and grow sustainable marketing systems through simple online marketing strategies and advanced automations. Brianca has assisted her clients in generating over $500,000 in first time launches and has coached over 600 women between three core programs since July 2020.
My name is Peter, Founder and CEO of Twiva which is an Influencer-driven Social Commerce platform that markets and sells MSMEs’ goods and services through social media Influencers.
I am constantly working with Corporates, local bodies, Communities, NGOs and Youngsters in Tamil Nadu.
I am a passionate and driven social worker who wants to venture into entrepreneurship .I am committed to creating meaningful impact through innovative business solutions and with a background in Development Studies, I am eager to leverage my skills to build and scale ventures that address critical social challenges. I am motivated by continuous learning and collaboration, and I seek to grow within a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to sustainable development and entrepreneurship.
I am an entrepreneur interested in applying technological advances to improve service delivery in areas of health.
Iam hardworking guy open minded and really focused
I am Kiruthi Grace Wanjiku, a second year student at the University of Nairobi. I am a self driven ambitious girl.
I am a tourism consultant with a degree in tourism from Makerere University who looks into using tourism as a tool for community development and environmental conservation.
Mimi ni mwanafunzi wa chuo kikuu, na napenda kujihushisha na shughuli mbalimbali za ujasiriamali, nina shauku ya kujifunza na kupata uzoefu toka kwenu. Ahsante!
Iam kisembo Rogers, born on 18/04/1987, Bunyangabu district Uganda.Iam the director of Rubona Metal Works and Fubrications.
Iam Rogers Kisembo,born on18/04/1987,Kabarole district Uganda.Iam the director Rubona Rubona Metal and Fubrications.
I run a community based organization in Kilgoris, Narok to focus on education, youth empowerment, environmental conservation and peace building.
I, Pankaj Kishor, have master's degree in Rural Development and Governance from TISS. I have a vast experience in entrepreneurship and currently manage my own-non profit company named "Art of Community Enhancement Foundation", I have five years of experience working with non-governmental organisation and donor agencies to oversee and implement rural and urban development programmes.
I am an entrepreneur & psychologist. I am passionate about improving global mental health. I founded Alter - a platform for finding proper psychological help, informed by science.
I am a first year Masters of Architecture student at the University of Nairobi. Being result oriented, I bring forth a compassionate attitude. As founder of the A-Star Initiative I champion quality education to empower students to exploit their full potential
My academic back grond is Economics. I have worked with Business organisations and NGOs.
. I have a passion to start my own food processing company for banana flour, and I like to engage in entrepreneurship.
Currently staying in Nairobi Kenya persuing Aeronautical engineering in Wilson airport also good in Christian missions.
I am an entrepreneur with a registered business. My goal is to have a business that will impact my society in a positive way.
I am Charles kivinda an entrepreneur I ran a small medium enterprise I Kenya Africa .I have been working here for the last 2 years
I am a Surface Textile Designer with over ten years of work experience in the Textile Design Industry. My vision is to create niche textiles for the Homes & Hospitality Industries.
Psychology undergraduate student|| financial Enthusiast|| learner(hungry for knowledge)|| hunger to help businesses grow
Am Bioeconomy innovator (Entomologist), with a dream of becoming a hero in maintaining and improving livelihood for better health with sustainable environmental management
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Social and Entrepreneurial Forestry, Makerere University and with 5.5 years of work experience in Agricultural credit and Biodiversity conservation.
I am a law student, Salaam Mentoring Program coordinator, Africa Youth Leadership Forum member, founder of AGRO-BOOST, Resolution Fellow and SUSI fellow.
I am a CPA who holds a bachelor's in Accounting and Finance. I am passionate about Accounting Systems. I have spent a large part of my career working in the NGO sector.
An Indian sophomore-year biotechnology student who aspires to be a genome scientist, is enthusiastic about digital marketing and entrepreneurship also watches football and sitcoms.
I started off in the language world by translating documenting for a survey firm and it morphed into teaching kids about languages through spelling bee. I like reading and writing and keeps honing my skills.
As a photo editor and marketing strategist, Sienna's goal is to find the perfect set of images to tell the right story while using tech to scale & spread the message.
An ambitious person always trying to make an impact in society through entrepreneurship.
Я очолюю позицію ССО в компанії Atmosfera. Ми розробляємо і впроваджуємо енергетичні рішення на базі сонячних електростанцій, для вирішення потреб підприємств і населення в енергетичній сфері.
I'm Chrissy,a rising influencer breaking free from constructs. Sharing my authentic journey on TikTok, as a liberation coach, I empower others to thrive. Let's break free together!
I was born in Hong Kong with single familyhood. I immigrated to the US at age 13. I'm LGBT and the 1st one to attend college for chemical engineering and a graduate drop-out.
I am Natalie Kobi, a professional and entrepreneur with a strong academic and business foundation. I hold a master’s degree and two university degrees, which have shaped my analytical thinking, strategic approach, and commitment to excellence. I am the founder and owner of Crispy Crust Foods, a brand I have successfully built and managed for three years, focusing on quality, consistency, and customer-centered service. My work is driven by structure, discipline, and a clear understanding of value creation. I have experience translating ideas into sustainable systems, managing operations, and leading initiatives with accountability and purpose. I value continuous learning, collaboration, and ethical leadership, and I thrive in environments that require adaptability and clear decision-making. Through my academic training and entrepreneurial journey, I have developed strong problem-solving, communication, and planning skills. I remain committed to building credible brands, driving sustainable growth, and creating meaningful impact through professionalism and resilience.
I'm a reliable, hardworking, well presented and self-motivated with excellent communication skills and can work under minimum or no supervision.I do prioritize My workload to meet and exceed deadlines and target.I am always eager to learn new skills and improve my knowledge to develop My abilities within the work place.
I am lawyer from Nigeria with relevant knowledge in litigation, dispute resolution, legal drafting and research. I also have a Master’s Degree in Energy and Environmental Law.
I’m a South African educator, entrepreneur, and storyteller with experience in Foundation Phase education. I’m passionate about early childhood development and literacy, and I’m currently developing a multilingual literacy app that offers culturally relevant, curriculum-aligned content for young learners across South Africa. My platform provides phonics, life skills, and interactive storybooks in English, Afrikaans, and isiXhosa. It’s designed for learners aged 5 to 9 and aligned with the South African CAPS curriculum. My goal is to promote language development, inclusion, and a love of reading by offering accessible, identity-affirming content—especially in communities where resources are limited. The idea for the app came from my own classroom experience. I saw first-hand how few localized and multilingual tools were available for young children, and I wanted to change that. I’m currently seeking support to grow and refine my platform—through mentorship, funding, and meaningful collaboration. I believe in building tools that reflect the voices and experiences of the children who use them. My work is grounded in love, legacy, and learning—and I’m excited about the next steps on this journey.
Yannick KODIA est un jeune volontaire au sein d'une association s'occupant des enfants démunis en leur donnant la chance d'avoir accès a l'éducation. Yannick est déterminé à entreprendre et souhaite un accompagnement.
Agricultural engineer and sustainability advocate driving climate-resilient agriculture innovations, empowering youth networks, and campaigning for equitable clean energy futures that strengthen vulnerable communities.
I am a Kenyan; a storyteller, high school teacher, startup farmer, community mobilizer, a servant of God and a politician.
Experienced Flutter developer & tech enthusiast passionate about creating innovative solutions to real-world challenges.
I was born in Liberia and moved to Canada where earned my bachelor’s degree in political science. I am the founder of Civic Village International, a non-profit aimed at reducing rural poverty in Liberia.
Jeune homme de moyenne taille je m'appelle aussi Eloge de petit nom. Je Electrotechnicien de profession avec un BTS Electrotechnique. J'ai beaucoup travaillé en entreprise de contruction civil et en industrie comme technicien électrique et de maintenance. En outre je maitrise bien l'informatique réseau. Mon ambition c'est de créer une Grande Société oeuvrant dans les memes domaines professionnelles et voir meme plus telque l'automobile.
I am a Guidance Counselor by profession with a passion to impact communities through empowerment of youths and the underserved.
Boardroom minded energy professional; regulatory expert in local content, founder of Bridge Energies Limited. A calm strategist connecting policy, people, and profitable execution.
I am a Nigerian entrepreneur building technology solutions for creative and informal economies across Africa. I am the founder of Beaders Africa, a digital marketplace designed to connect bead makers, suppliers, and bead lovers, making it easier to learn, trade, and earn within the beading ecosystem. My journey started from firsthand experience as a jewelry and bead maker. I saw how talented artisans struggled with access to quality materials, visibility, and consistent income, despite growing demand for handmade products. This gap inspired me to build a platform that doesn’t just sell products, but empowers creatives with tools, community, and sustainable opportunities. Beyond Beaders Africa, I am passionate about building scalable, impact-driven businesses that prioritize inclusion, technology, and long-term value. I enjoy working at the intersection of creativity and innovation, and I am deeply interested in learning from global ecosystems while contributing African-led solutions. I believe in thoughtful growth, disciplined execution, and building products that solve real problems. My goal is to create systems that help creative entrepreneurs transition from survival-based businesses into structured, income-generating ventures with global reach.
I am enrolled in second year of my master degree in Business management field. I am also running business import and export & have a private school.
Greetings! I am Muhamed Koita, a resilient entrepreneur and passionate advocate for community development. Born in Mozambique into a humble, low-income family, my journey has been shaped by the entrepreneurial spirit instilled in me from a young age. Growing up, I faced the challenges of limited resources, but it was precisely these challenges that fueled my determination to make a positive impact. Today, I am the proud owner and operator of multiple businesses, each reflecting my commitment to innovation and community upliftment. One of my ventures involves supplying farmers with seeds and essential agricultural resources. This not only supports local agriculture but also ensures a fair market for the farmers' produce. I buy their goods at fair prices and then distribute these quality products to hotels and supermarkets, contributing to the economic growth of both the agricultural sector and the community. In addition to my agricultural pursuits, I own a service company dedicated to parcel distribution throughout my town. This business not only facilitates local commerce but also plays a crucial role in connecting people and businesses within the community. Beyond the realm of entrepreneurship, I am deeply committed to giving back to the community. As an avid volunteer, I spend my time teaching English, imparting valuable life skills, and sharing the joy of swinging with children. Education and skill development are powerful tools for empowerment, and I am dedicated to providing these opportunities to the younger generation. My journey is a testament to the transformative power of entrepreneurship and the profound impact it can have on individuals and communities. Through hard work, innovation, and a commitment to social responsibility, I strive to create a brighter future for those around me.
J'ai toujours l'esprit d'entreprendre une activité personne. J'avais crée dans un premier une ONG mais je n'ai jamais progressé. C'est année je compte impérativement réaliser. A l'instant ou j'écris ma biographie j'ai déjà sous ma main le statut et règlement intérieur de mon ONG.
I am an aspiring entrepreneur with potentials in solving problems in my community.
My name is Emmanuella (Mila) koko. A TEFL certified English tutor and founder of a new English emersion project which i cant wait to share with the world.
B.Sc Geology, UNN & Pgd - Technology Management, OAU. Over 20 yrs experience in Water Engineering, Drilling, Pilling & Environment. On a COURSERA course to end in March.
Je travaille depuis 15 ans pour MOOV Africa Telecom comme responsable d’énergie et d’exploitation des sites techniques. Je suis associé à FORMATECH comme consultant. J’ai un patient pour les études. Je compte 3 masters : - Génie électrique, énergétique et énergies renouvelables de 2iE à Ouagadou, Burkina faso ; - Gestion de projets de l’Institut International de Management à Bangui. -Ingénieur Généraliste – Gestion de complexité, de l’Institut Supérieur de Mécanique de Paris En plus, je suis certifié PMP (Project Management Professional) de PMI (Project Management Institut). Je suis en première année de thèse (commencée il y’a 1 mois) pour l’ISM Paris que je supporte personnellement le coût. (https://ismparis.blearn.net/programme-10 ) Je sens en moi un grand attrait pour l’entreprenariat. J’ai la compétence de développer ou contribuer à des projets pour le développement de mon pays. Mais l’incertitude est pesante du fait que j’ai peu d’informations sur l’environnement réel de l’entreprenariat chez nous.
I am a trained Electrical/Electronic Engineer (Power & Machine option) managing my profession as a private Business.
I am Ibukun Kola-Ajibade I am an entrepreneur, I run a small fabric line where I sell fabrics, I am also a fashion designer, I specialize in designing and making kiddies wears.
Pharmacist & Public Health professional with MPH, experienced in research, women’s health, pharmaceutical care, health education, and community-based program implementation.
I started my business about 4yrs ago. Ok am passionate about being an entrepreneur. My line of business is selling agricultural produce.
My name is Lade, founder of Hookedbylade. I have a gift of transforming fabrics into stunning crochet bags, with each piece showcasing the vibrant creativity of Nigerian hands.
I am an ethusiast of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, with a CAC registered business name under industrial automation category
Temitayo Felicia Kolawole is a female entrepreneur. She holds a BSc Geology from UNILORIN. She is a satisfied entrepreneur and motivated to go into cassava tubers farming