I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
I wanted to pivot from developing strategies for impact at a high-level to contributing more directly to change at the grassroots. The LGT Impact Fellowship allows me to deepen my understanding of community-led conservation, learn about venture philanthropy, and apply my skills to support sustainable, locally driven change.
My background
I have worked in strategy consulting for over 5 years at Dalberg Advisors and Expertise Global, Prior to that I got a bachelor degree in Financial Economics at Strathmore University.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
I wanted a platform to immerse myself in the realities of impact-driven organizations, to challenge conventional thinking, and to co-create solutions with local teams working at the frontlines of development.
My background
Brian is a trained Program Management, Business Development and Resource Mobilization professional, with over 7 years of international experience with development organizations and think tanks. Brian has proven success designing, managing, and coordinating various programs with a focus on Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation, Agriculture, Youth engagement, WASH and resilience, among others. Brian has successfully raised over $ 6M from strategic funding agencies such as IDRC, FCDO, Bill and Melinda Gates, GIZ, EU, Global Affairs Canada, ARA, Wellcome Trust among others for research and development initiatives across Africa. His extensive involvement in resource mobilization include identifying funding opportunities; proposal development (designing, writing, guiding, reviewing); developing RM strategies, policy and procedure development, networking with partners and funders; team leadership; and reporting. Brian holds a BSc. in Environmental Science, MSc. in Global Environmental Change and an MBA in Green Energy and Sustainable Business.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
I am very passionate about the empowerment of people and organizations across Africa and the rest of the developing world to drive accelerated, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth and development within their communities. The LGT Impact Fellowship aligns perfectly with this. It will give me a lofty platform that I can leverage to make far-reaching impact, especially in the health sector, which is one of the most fundamental pillars of a prosperous society.
My background
I have over a decade of experience in social impact that cut across SME finance, entrepreneurship development, green finance, retail and value chain banking, and development advocacy. Prior to joining the Financing Alliance for Health, I led strategic partnerships with social enterprises and impact-driven tech startups at Sterling Bank (Nigeria). Before that, I led the SME advisory services and SME green finance teams at Wema Bank (Nigeria). My corporate career began in Fidelity Bank (Nigeria), where I served as an SME banking product manager and a value chain banking strategy officer. Beyond my paid work, I also advocate and volunteer for impact-related causes that resonate with me.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
it aligns perfectly with my passion for merging evidence rigor with social impact. FAH’s African-led approach to health financing resonates with my belief in locally rooted solutions, and I’m eager to collaborate with governments and partners to transform MERL systems. The LGT Impact Fellowship’s emphasis on cohort learning and global networks will further amplify my ability to drive change.
My background
With over a decade of experience as MEL specialist, I’ve designed MERL systems for multi-sector African programs funded by leading donor agencies, specializing in third-party monitoring, data analysis, and adaptive management with a strong track record in health systems (e.g., digital health, nutrition, HIV) and cross-sectoral development (WASH, education, livelihoods). I’ve spearheaded data quality assessments, donor reporting, and capacity building for governments and partners.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
I wanted to apply my professional skills to create meaningful social impact, while gaining hands-on experience working with innovative organizations in emerging markets. The Fellowship offered a unique opportunity to bridge my career in the private sector with my personal commitment to driving sustainable development and social change.
My background
I am an experienced Dynamics 365 Business Central Consultant with expertise in implementing and optimizing it for businesses of all sizes. My proficiency spans across end-to-end implementation, configuration, customization, and integration. I have successfully supported development, customization and configuration of Dynamics 365 Business Central financial system to suit the financial, reporting and grants management for a number of organizations.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
of the impact the two portfolio companies in Nigeria (Atreos and MoniePoint) are having.
My background
I have over five years of experience in the startup ecosystem. I led the finance team at a Nigerian fintech startup, where I partnered closely with the CEO to successfully raise $16.5 million across three funding rounds. Prior to entering the startup space, I held roles at Bank of America, KPMG, Chapel Hill Denham, and Guaranty Trust Bank.
I also consult for early-stage companies, helping them design and implement finance structures, build teams, and develop processes. I actively supports founders in preparing for and executing capital raises.
I hold a Master’s degree in Finance from EDHEC Business School and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Lagos. Outside of work, I enjoy playing lead guitar, competing in chess, and trading gold.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
I am passionate about leveraging data and evidence to drive meaningful, lasting change in communities.
My background
I am a seasoned Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Specialist with over 15 years of experience in designing and leading MEL systems for development, agriculture, environmental sustainability, and biodiversity programs. My expertise includes results-based management, adaptive learning, and performance monitoring across multi-country landscapes, with a strong command of digital data tools and donor-aligned frameworks. Have worked with organizations such as USAID Kenya and East Africa, ILRI, and Tegemeo Institute of Agricultural Policy and Development I hold a Master of Science degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics from the University of Nairobi and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts degree in Monitoring and Evaluation at Daystar University. I’m passionate about using data to drive evidence-based decision-making and continuous learning. Outside of my professional work, I volunteer in supporting small village groups to maintain simple financial records and I also enjoy listening to music across various genres, appreciating quality sound and storytelling regardless of style.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
I am in the early stages of breaking into the Impact space and I am looking forward to learning more about how organizations and work together to create a better future for our global society. I am especially excited to meet my fellow cohort members and work with them towards a shared goal.
My background
I bring over a decade of experience in the Tech and Health industries within the private sector. Throughout my career so far, I’ve worked at startups and large-scale, global organizations primarily focused on business development and partnerships. I have a Bachelors degree in Journalism from Boston University however I am technically trained in digital and programmatic advertising formats. I recently completed my Executive MBA at Saïd Business School, and I hope to be able to share those learnings with my cohort.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
It offers a unique platform that aligns with my skills, strengths, and aspirations - combining strategic finance work with local impact. I was drawn to LGT Venture Philanthropy's focus on partnering with mission-driven organizations in education, health, and environment, and fostering peer-based, cross-cultural learning. My role with Educate Girls allows me to apply my financial planning expertise toward a cause I care deeply about - education equity, which holds the potential to unlock broader systemic change.
My background
I began my career in the tech and manufacturing sectors, working across analytics, operations and finance. But it was my lived experience as a queer person, socially inclined family background which, while accessing and questioning the spaces and systems that often felt inaccessible and non-inclusive that, made me pivot toward the social impact space. Over time, I’ve worked with nonprofits on finance and strategy, and co-founded Piravi, a queer-led arts collective that creates safe, expressive spaces through poetry and storytelling.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
of the opportunity to apply my entrepreneurial skills to tackle a systemic challenge: protecting our environment while supporting grassroots communities on the frontlines of the climate crisis. The wisdom, ingenuity, and entrepreneurial potential in indigenous communities are second to none if only they are empowered with the right resources and opportunities. The fellowship allows me to play a role in this meaningful cause.
My background
My career has encompassed the climate and sustainability space for close to two decades, with a particular focus on entrepreneurial and mission-driven ventures. Most recently, I was co-founder and CEO of Sistine Solar, an MIT startup that pioneered a breakthrough aesthetic technology to advance societal adoption of solar. Prior to that, as GM of Corporate Finance at Astonfield Renewables, I helped mobilize public-private partnerships and financing for clean energy projects in developing markets. Early on in my career, I graduated from GE’s Financial Management Program. I hold an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management and a B.Sc Degrees in Finance from the University of Bridgeport.
I joined the LGT Impact Fellowship because
I am an eclectic with deep curiosity, filled with a desire to contribute to society’s sustainability at a macro level. I’m drawn to opportunities that connect individual potential with broader societal transformation.
My background
I am a strategic problem solver who has worked as a management consultant at Dalberg Advisors, a communication specialist at Brunswick Group. I also served as the chief strategy officer at Ngezandla Advisory - a boutique research and strategy firm - and as a part-time lecturer at the University of Cape Town's Sociology Department.