Jul 2025 – Present · 10 mos · Uganda · Remote

• Amuno has reached over 3,700 children through play-based learning programs that improve literacy, numeracy, and STEM skills.
• I serve as a Board Director, responsible for Operations, Growth, and Strategy.
• I support and hold the leadership team accountable for growth drivers.
• I act as a Fractional COO

Aug 2023 – Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo · New York, United States · Remote

• Founded in 2010, CherYsh America Foundation brightens the lives & livelihoods of women and girl children in low-income communities across the USA, Sub-Saharan Africa, and India by enabling modern distributed energy solutions.
• As the pioneering African-Based Board Director and Executive Director, I drive strategic expansion within the African Region with a Uganda-focused blueprint.
• My Specific tasks Include but are not limited to:
• Spearheading operational scale-up in Africa, applying a tailored Ugandan blueprint for amplified impact.
• Steering budget formulation, strategic execution, and committee meetings to align with growth goals.
• Orchestrating organizational operations and programs through meticulous planning and execution.
• Implementing robust inventory and cost accounting policies, enhancing operational insights.
• Empowering teams and fostering a cohesive culture, from recruitment to cultivating an engaging workplace.
• Providing comprehensive reporting to the global Board of Directors, showcasing tangible results.

Jan 2023 – Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Kenya · Hybrid

• I oversaw and optimized Jibu's day-to-day operations, ensuring growth, efficiency, productivity, and quality across all countries.
• I led the implementation of strategic initiatives, ensuring consistency in brand standards, driving overall operational excellence, and contributing to the company's overall success.
• Key Success:
• 3X improvement in EBIDTA.
• 60% growth in new franchises across 8 countries.
• 80% - 90% growth in new customers across the board.
• Improvement in retention from 40% to 70%.
• I developed a data framework.
• I achieved success through:
• Leading Country Directors (Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Ghana, DRC, Zambia, Tanzania)
• I acted as their primary point of contact, offering support, guidance, and leadership to ensure they achieve set targets.
• I developed and implemented strategies to support the growth and achieve set volume targets for the different countries.
• I provided leadership and guidance to effectively manage the franchise network, ensuring adherence to brand standards, operational procedures, and quality control.
• Implemented and monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and improve business performance.
• I conducted data analysis to determine ROI for initiatives, as well as trends to
• generate insights for improvement.
• Financial Management:
• I collaborated with finance and accounting teams to develop and manage budgets.
• I analyzed the financial performance of each country and provided recommendations for optimizing profitability.
• I led the Country Directors to achieve EBITDA targets
• Operational Strategy and Oversight:
• I collaborated with executive leadership to develop and execute operational strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.
• I provided vision and direction for operational excellence, identifying opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization.
• I implemented processes and systems to streamline operations and enhance the overall efficiency of the franchise model.

Jan 2023 – Dec 2023 · 11 mos · Hybrid

• I was a consultant for businesses and companies to achieve the following.
• Company Strategy and Operations. I worked with 10+ companies on strategies to launch, scale, and grow through operational efficiency.
• Product Marketing and Branding. I helped over 10 companies establish their Product Market fit through brand engagement and strategic content alignment. Improving GenAI for Africa and NFT adoption.
• Brand Education and Awareness. I trained businesses on cultivating an authentic digital presence aligned with personal aspirations.
• I was a consultant for individuals to achieve the following.
• Thought Leadership with Personal Brand Management. I gave expert guidance to thought leaders in optimizing and managing their online personas to cultivate authority and resonance through strategic online branding.
• Strategic Communication for leaders. I helped hundreds of leaders learn how to master the art of effective communication to both their teams and audiences.
• Other Services I delivered.
• I was an MC and host for corporate events, panels and shows to deliver the right event targets.

May 2022 – Jan 2023 · 8 mos · United States

• As a Growth Marketing Manager at Chipper Cash, a venture-capital-backed Financial Technology (FinTech) company headquartered in the United States, I led strategic marketing initiatives in Uganda to optimize user acquisition and retention.
• One of my key contributions was successfully introducing Chipper to different segments of the Uganda market, including remittance senders through innovative marketing ideas. I recruited, closed, and coached influencers to create native content that drove significant results, leading to increased brand awareness, app downloads, and user engagement, resulting in improved acquisition and retention metrics.
• Furthermore, I developed and executed marketing campaigns from concept to reporting, optimizing the acquisition, activation, and retention funnel through targeted messaging, creative assets, and strategic channel selection. This resulted in improved retention rates and increased user engagement. I also implemented local Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives that positively impacted brand goodwill in the local community, enhancing customer loyalty and retention.
• Managing multiple social media campaigns, including organic posting and boosted campaigns, I produced engaging and original content that drove user engagement, resulting in increased retention and repeat usage. I created and delivered campaign briefs with detailed KPIs, budgets, and expected results, consistently achieving or exceeding campaign goals, and driving improved acquisition and retention performance.
• I conducted thorough QA checks on campaigns for accuracy, including design, copy, audience selections, tracking URLs, and offer details, and delivered proofs to the team for review and sign-off, ensuring error-free campaign execution. I also conducted tests of different ideas and executions, identified the best-performing assets, and optimized campaigns based on data-driven insights, resulting in improved acquisition and retention performance.

Nov 2021 – May 2022 · 6 mos

• As a seasoned Country Manager at Bolt, I successfully led the strategic geographical expansion, adding 2 new cities to our operations, and achieving consistent month-over-month (MoM) growth of 32% nationwide.
• I implemented effective P&L optimization strategies, turning around a negative 123% net rate to a positive 36%, and driving significant EBITDA growth of over 60% MoM.
• I also spearheaded growth marketing and lifecycle marketing initiatives, resulting in improved user retention and substantial expansion of our new user base. As a result, Bolt's app climbed to second place in iOS downloads, driving exponential business growth.
• In addition, I played a pivotal role in steering regulatory conversations, advocating for the ride-hailing sector, and contributing to the traffic and road safety act 1998 (Amendment Act 2020), shaping the industry's regulatory landscape for the future.

Jan 2021 – Oct 2021 · 9 mos

• As the focal person for market-centric decisions, I successfully coordinated local, regional, and global teams to drive the success of the Uganda market at Bolt (formerly Taxify). This involved working closely with other company units such as marketing, regulation & policy, product team, and campaigns team to gather market-based input and implement strategies to achieve desired success rates.
• As the owner of Bolt Uganda's P & L, I diligently monitored the budget and performance to ensure that we achieved the desired sustainability level. I played a pivotal role in product development and improvement, ensuring that our product offerings aligned with the market needs and demands.
• A key aspect of my role was setting challenging targets for myself and my team, driving them towards achieving Bolt's deliverables within Uganda. This involved setting performance metrics, providing guidance and support, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Feb 2019 – Jan 2021 · 1 yr 11 mos

• Bolt is one of the fastest-growing startups in the world with over 30M happy customers in 35+ countries, from Europe to Mexico to Africa. In over 45 countries including Austria, Estonia, Lithuania, Romania, Belgium, Spain, United Kingdom (UK), Norway, Germany, Netherlands, Poland, Georgia, Portugal, Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Ireland and so many more Bolt is building the future of transport – one platform that helps you move around in your city and get food delivered fast. Quick, convenient and affordable for everyone, as transport should be
• As an Operations Specialist at Bolt, I played a pivotal role in supporting and owning all business operations in Uganda, contributing to the company's growth and success.
• I created and optimised functional processes to transform leads into active drivers, onboard new drivers effectively, and monitor quality and utilization metrics for users and drivers, resulting in increased operational efficiency.
• I analysed data to monitor performance metrics, identify trends, and develop strategies to minimize churn rate, ensuring optimal utilization of resources and improved business outcomes.
• I structured and reviewed outgoing communication with partners, ensuring clear and effective communication channels to enhance partnerships and drive mutual success.
• I oversaw a brand ambassador program of 350 people, leading to a growth in activation by 300%+ with over 300 partners activated daily, contributing to significant business expansion.
• I challenged myself in every aspect to achieve Bolt's desired deliverables within Uganda, driving a culture of continuous improvement and goal-driven approach to operations.
• Overall, my role as an Operations Specialist at Bolt involved strategic planning, process optimization, data analysis, communication, and program management to drive operational excellence and contribute to the company's growth in Uganda.

Jan 2019 – May 2020 · 1 yr 4 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Whether you are a startup or a business raising funds, FasterCapital will match you with angel investors, Venture Capitals, government funds, banks, and other funding sources. They also prepare/review your pitch deck, business plan and financial model.
• As a mentor, I acted as the bridge between potential business owners and investors.
• I also offered business advice to start-ups to allow them to achieve profitability.
• I additionally helped with New Business Development, Vendor Management, Business Process Improvement, Market Research, Product Management and Financial Analysis.

Jun 2016 – Jan 2019 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Kampala, Uganda

• BDE Consults is a private company with expertise in providing ICT Research, Project management, training, and Events. BDE's special focus is on supporting the growth and development of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), through the use of Information and Communications Technologies
• As a Business Development Manager at BDE Consults, I played a critical role in driving the company's growth and success, with a focus on B2B and B2C leads.
• I sourced opportunities in line with the company's vision and mission, resulting in a significant increase of 80% in the number of new opportunities for the company. Achieved a high return on investment (ROI) through successful onboarding of projects and driving business development initiatives.
• I led a team of 4 individuals in marketing, finance, and administration to achieve operational objectives, ensuring smooth operation of key functions and departments within the company.
• I represented the company in the public eye and engaged with strategic partners in stakeholder meetings, building and maintaining key relationships to support business growth and success.
• I drafted all strategic documents for the company, working closely with the CEO to develop strategic plans and initiatives aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
• I owned and managed the company's supply chain management scope, including procurement processes, ensuring efficient and effective supply chain operations for smooth project execution.
• I formulated sales management plans and risk management plans for process improvement, identifying potential risks and implementing strategies to mitigate them, ensuring business continuity and growth.
• Overall, my role as a Business Development Manager at BDE Consults involved strategic planning, team leadership, stakeholder engagement, supply chain management, and sales and risk management to drive business growth, achieve operational objectives, and contribute to the company's success.

Jan 2016 – Jun 2016 · 5 mos · Uganda

• Malaria Consortium Uganda is committed to reducing the burden of malaria and other communicable diseases across Africa and Asia
• As a Data Manager at Malaria Consortium, I made significant contributions to the effective management and implementation of monitoring activities, utilizing key data techniques.
• I coordinated the management and implementation of monitoring activities to track program performance, aligning with the Theory of Change and the M&E plan. Developed quantitative and qualitative monitoring tools, and designed data collection procedures to gather relevant data for analysis and reporting.
• I participated in the development, pilot, and validation of monitoring tools, ensuring the collection of accurate and reliable data. Conducted data cleaning and utilized data analysis techniques to interpret and present findings, providing actionable insights to support decision-making.
• I identified needs for M&E technology applications, leading to the strengthening of innovation-oriented M&E systems. Worked on the development of data dashboards and utilized innovative approaches to improve data collection, analysis, and reporting processes.
• I interpreted and presented data findings to stakeholders, providing meaningful insights and recommendations for program improvement. Utilized data visualization techniques to effectively communicate complex data to different audiences.
• I ensured data quality and integrity by implementing data validation and verification processes, conducting data audits, and addressing data quality issues to maintain data accuracy and reliability.
• I leveraged key data techniques, including monitoring and evaluation, data collection and analysis, M&E technology innovation, data interpretation and presentation, data quality assurance, and collaboration, to contribute to effective data management and support evidence-based decision-making for program improvement.

Jun 2014 – Sep 2014 · 3 mos · Kampala, Uganda

• I played a crucial role in supporting the company's IT infrastructure and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. I provided technical assistance to end users, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, resolving technical problems, and escalating complex issues to senior IT staff as needed. I assisted in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware, software, and network systems, following established procedures and best practices.
• I also contributed to ongoing IT projects, including system upgrades, migrations, and deployments. I collaborated with the IT team to conduct testing and quality assurance of IT systems, applications, and network configurations. I actively participated in knowledge sharing sessions and training programs to continuously develop my technical skills and stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and tools, such as ticketing systems, remote support tools, and diagnostic utilities. My attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and commitment to customer service contributed to the smooth operation of the company's IT systems and the overall success of the IT support team.

Apr 2013 – May 2016 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Kampala, Uganda

• MUGESOFT Tech Institute is a Ugandan based computer training and support centre that has an aim of supporting rural youth to acquire ICT based competencies.
• I delivered engaging lectures and practical sessions, designed curriculum, and developed instructional materials. I fostered a collaborative learning environment, encouraged critical thinking, and engaged in research activities.
• As the Chief Information Officer, I provided strategic leadership, overseeing IT initiatives and aligning them with business objectives. I managed IT systems, processes, budgets, and cybersecurity, leading a team of IT professionals. I leveraged technology trends, innovation, and digital transformation to drive organizational growth.
• Doubling as the product manager, I led the end-to-end product lifecycle management, from concept to launch, for our flagship product. I conducted market research to identify customer needs and pain points, developed product roadmaps, and created business cases for new product initiatives. I collaborated with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and sales, to define product requirements, prioritize features, and ensure successful product launches.
• I utilized Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira and Trello to manage product development processes and workflows, ensuring timely delivery of product milestones. I also conducted user testing and gathered feedback to iterate and improve product features, UI/UX, and overall customer satisfaction.
• Additionally, I monitored product performance through data analytics, including user engagement metrics and customer feedback, to drive data-driven decision-making and continuously improve product performance.
• Overall, my contributions as a Product Manager resulted in increased product adoption, customer satisfaction, and revenue growth for the company.

Aug 2010 – Mar 2012 · 1 yr 7 mos · Kampala, Uganda

• I played a critical role in data collection, validation, and entry, adhering to established data standards and protocols. I utilized various data management tools and software, such as Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools, to clean, organize, and analyze data, identifying trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• I contributed to the development and implementation of data quality control measures to maintain data integrity and consistency.
• I collaborated with cross-functional teams, including data users, analysts, and IT personnel, to understand data requirements and provide timely data support. I also generated regular reports and dashboards to present data findings and insights to stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making.
• Additionally, I actively participated in data-related projects, providing expertise and recommendations for data management strategies and process improvements. My attention to detail, analytical skills, and proficiency in data management tools contributed to the accurate and reliable management of data and the overall success of the organisation's data operations.

Nov 2009 – Mar 2011 · 1 yr 4 mos · Munyonyo-Uganda

• I played a dual role in providing both instructional and technical support for the school's ICT infrastructure. As an ICT Teacher, I developed and delivered engaging lesson plans and instructional materials to students, covering various aspects of information and communication technology, including computer applications, programming, and digital literacy.
• I used a variety of teaching methods, resources, and technologies, such as interactive software, multimedia, and online platforms, to enhance student learning and engagement.
• As an ICT Technician, I was responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the school's ICT infrastructure, including computer systems, networks, and peripherals. I provided technical support to faculty, staff, and students, diagnosing and resolving hardware and software issues, setting up and configuring equipment, and ensuring the smooth operation of ICT resources.
• I also contributed to the planning and implementation of ICT projects, upgrades, and maintenance activities, collaborating with IT personnel and other stakeholders.
• My combined role as an ICT Teacher and Technician allowed me to make significant contributions to both the instructional and technical aspects of ICT operations at the high school, supporting effective teaching and learning, and maintaining reliable ICT services for the school community. I utilized a variety of ICT tools and software, such as Microsoft Office, networking tools, and troubleshooting utilities, to perform my tasks efficiently and effectively.