Contributors

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Jessica Francisca Colaço

I am an entrepreneur, computer scientist, and ecosystem builder at the intersection of technology, beauty, and philanthropy. Over the last 15 years, I have co-founded amazing ventures - Brave and the iHub (Kenya’s first innovation hub, 2010)—while leading operational and strategic growth in startups across tech, logistics, and creative industries.

As General Manager of Lintons Academy & Foundation, I now focus on empowering African youth through vocational training, beauty education, and digital innovation. We have partnered with global leaders like L’Oréal Foundation, KCB Foundation, and Cleanstart, sponsoring over 200 students to date and pioneering AI-powered social commerce programs for the beauty industry in just 12 months.

My work bridges ecosystem building, talent development, and fundraising—mobilizing resources and partnerships that unlock opportunity for youth and women in Africa.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicacolaco/
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Michael Kimathi

He is passionate about connecting people to solutions that unlock their potential and growth, and has earned multiple honors from BlackBerry, Atlassian, University of Nairobi and Africa's Talking for his outstanding contributions to the developer ecosystem. 

He also has a strong interest in the music and entertainment industry, which has helped him develop and manage teams while focused on all aspects of solution building. 

His mission is to leverage his skills and expertise in agile, product management, software engineering, tech ecosystem, research, and strategy to create value and impact in the computing and entertainment industry.

https://linktr.ee/impactmasters

Guests

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Dr. Mathew Egessa

Dive into the remarkable journey of Dr. Mathew Egessa, whose path from computer science to blue economy innovation demonstrates the transformative power of purpose-driven technology. Growing up in Western Kenya and navigating his way through the academic world, Mathew's story isn't just about personal achievement—it's a testament to how passion and persistence can create meaningful change in unexpected places.


🎤 Guest: Dr. Mathew Egessa
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathewegessa/
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🎤 Host: Michael Kimathi
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelkimathi/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/m_k_global

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