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Invention to Innovation whitepaper reveals an urgent need to train researchers in commercialization:
Partnering to Scale Entrepreneurial Education in Africa
Enoch Muwanguzi aims to address the lack of locally produced shoe brushes in Uganda and bolster the economy with his innovative solution. As an alumnus and current program coach of the Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship, Muwanguzi exemplifies the entrepreneurial spirit by tackling local issues with locally sourced solutions.
Nate is a passionate and innovative leader who uses cutting-edge technologies like VR and AR to create community-centered solutions in architecture, real estate development, and urban planning. What sets him apart is his genuine commitment to making a positive impact on his community. He makes sure that his projects contribute to the greater good. VSN Interactive's immersive VR and AR experiences are a testament to his creativity and dedication. Nate's focus on creating accessible, equitable, and sustainable spaces reflects his good values and desire to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around him.
In a world where technology continues to revolutionize industries, young entrepreneurs like Abdul Karim Sessay are leading the way in transforming healthcare access for underserved communities.
Janki is working as a Sr. Systems Design Engineer in AMD (Advanced Micro Devices) on APU/CPU products to improve Power and Performance. She completed her MASc from Queen's University in Electrical and Computer Engineering with focus on Power Electronics. During her master's she did internship at DDQIC and founded a company called Cromble Corp. Janki is passionate about technology, environment and innovation. While studying at Queen's she was working as a teaching assistant for courses like Innovation and entrepreneurship, robotics, and engineering project. In her current role she is responsible for product development and optimization to bring the best possible value in the market.
John is a finance professional with a passion for entrepreneurship and supporting young entrepreneurs. Having gained experience as an accountant and entrepreneur in Southern Africa and the Canadian investment banking and oil & gas sectors, he has honed his finance technical skills and soft skills that are both key for success. His exposure to different cultural norms has shaped his appreciation for diversity, equity and inclusion. He holds a Bachelor of Accounting degree from University of Botswana and a Master of Finance degree from Queen's Smith School of Business, Canada. He is the founder of Chombah International in Toronto, Canada, a boutique corporate advisory firm that provides bespoke business advisory services and aims to promote and support trade and investment between Canada and Africa.
