Impact Masters Podcast
The Impact Masters Podcast explores the forces shaping Africa’s technology and innovation ecosystem while connecting them to global tech trends and best practices. Hosted by Michael Kimathi, we feature authentic conversations with founders, developers, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who are building the future of Africa and influencing the global digital economy.
Each episode dives deep into how technology is transforming the way we live, work, create, and govern: from engineering and digital transformation to software development, developer experience, DevRel, product design, AI, and startup growth. While we are deeply rooted in Africa’s tech journey, we also explore global innovations, global movers and shakers, lessons, and collaborations that inspire local impact and worldwide relevance.
We tell authentic stories, preserve Africa’s tech history, share actionable insights, and challenge the status quo: Body, Mind, and Spirit.
If you’re a tech founder, developer, investor, or innovator looking to understand Africa’s digital future while staying connected to global technology trends, this podcast is your guide.
Impact Masters Podcast
Building Brave, Shaping Africa’s Tech Ecosystem & Blending Music, Web3, and Talent Strategy with Jessica Colaço | Impact Masters Podcast
What does it take to build the "Silicon Savannah" and then disrupt the music industry with Web3? In this episode, Michael Kimathi sits down with Jessica Colaço, the legendary co-founder of iHub and Brave, to explore the "intentional serendipity" behind Africa’s tech revolution.
A TED Fellow, Harambean, and computer scientist, Jessica has spent over a decade at the intersection of talent strategy and innovation. From guest lecturing at Harvard to releasing Kenya’s first music single as an NFT, she provides a masterclass on blending creativity with executive leadership.
📌 SEO-Optimized Topics Covered
- The iHub Story: A behind-the-scenes look at co-founding East Africa's first tech hub and the evolution of the Silicon Savannah.
- Global Talent Strategy: Lessons from Platform01 and Brave on building "Navy Seal" teams for Series A startups.
- Web3 & The Creator Economy: Exploring the future of music and art through Blockchain and NFTs in Africa.
- Venture Building & Scale: Insights from her time as COO at Amitruck and managing global partnerships.
- Women in STEM: The mission behind AkiraChix and creating peer-to-peer mentoring networks for African women in tech.
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