I am a Ghanaian entrepreneur and policy analyst working in technology, public policy, and impact-driven startup building in Africa.
For over 10 years, I have built startups, advised institutions, and worked with international development partners to develop and implement technology enabled solutions that solve real problems in Ghana and across Africa.
I partner with founders, governments, development agencies, and international organizations seeking to navigate Ghana’s innovation and startup ecosystem with clarity, local depth, and execution discipline.
From Startup Builder to Venture Studio Leader
My entrepreneurial journey began in college with the founding of Watsuptek, followed by co-founding ventures such as Scolah and Polldeck. While none became unicorns, each experience sharpened my understanding of product–market fit, execution risk, and the institutional barriers founders face in emerging markets. These lessons ultimately led to the creation of Node Eight.
Node Eight is an innovation and venture studio that builds high-growth, impact-driven startups and develops 10x digital talents. Through the studio, I co-found and operate multiple technology startups such as jesi AI, Akpe, Nouritrack, Lafy among others, working closely with teams from ideation and validation through execution and early scale.
What I Offer to Startups & Entrepreneurs
I advise founders and early-stage teams building digital products and businesses to solve real market problems and prepare for growth.
My support includes:
- Product & Innovation Strategy
Validating ideas, rapid prototyping, and building products that users actually want. - Business & Growth Strategy
Refining business models, pricing, and go-to-market strategies for early growth. - Fundraising & Financial Modeling
Preparing founders for pre-seed fundraising through solid financial models and investor-ready narratives. - Market & Customer Intelligence
Identifying where to play, understanding customer needs, and designing effective acquisition strategies.
Digital Development, Policy & Institutional Advisory
In addition to venture building, my work is deeply rooted in international development and digital transformation. I have worked and collaborated with institutions such as GIZ, the Embassy of Denmark, IMANI Africa, and the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS), supporting policy analysis, program design, and implementation across digital economy, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development initiatives.
I work with governments, NGOs, and international organizations to bridge the gap between policy intent and on-the-ground execution.
Services for Governments, NGOs & Development Partners
- Digital Transformation Advisory
Supporting institutions to integrate digital tools into their operations and build internal capacity for long-term transformation. - Digital Economy & Innovation Policy
Analysing how digital and innovation policies affect companies and advising on frameworks that enable startup growth and private-sector development. - Program Design & Delivery
Designing and managing technology-enabled programs aligned with institutional and development goals. - Research, M&E & Impact Assessment
Conducting rigorous research, monitoring and evaluation, impact assessments, and data analysis. - Public Affairs & Market Entry Advisory
Supporting stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and market entry strategies in Ghana.
Thought Leadership & Media Engagement
I share insights on Ghana’s digital economy and innovation landscape as editor of the Accra Digital Digest, co-host of Accra Digital Dialogue, and co-host of the Tech Art & Soul Podcast. My commentary and analysis have also appeared across national media platforms.
Education, Fellowships & Affiliations
I am a Mandela Washington Fellow, Africa Berlin Network Expert, Mashav Fellow, and a Global Shaper of the World Economic Forum. I am an alumnus of the Korean Development Institute of Public Policy & Management and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (KNUST).
Working With Me
If you are a founder, institution, or development partner working in Ghana’s innovation and digital economy, I can help you understand the local landscape, build great products, develop digital policy, run social impact programs, and execute effectively.