Cyril Bieh

Cyril Bieh is a dedicated social sector professional with over ten years of diverse experience spanning the fields of education, entrepreneurship, health, arts, and ICT/digital skills programming. Cyril is driven by a passion for ensuring that every young African person has the prerequisite skills necessary for a brighter future.
Cyril’s career is marked by significant contributions to entrepreneurial ecosystem programme design and implementation. His notable role as Founder/ Coordinator and Foundation Manager at the Centre for Youth Entrepreneurship Development and Edet Amana Foundation allowed him to spearhead multiple projects focused on enhancing youth entrepreneurship, alongside digital, literacy, and numeracy skills among primary and secondary school children in Nigeria. His collaborative efforts have included partnerships with esteemed organizations such as the Nigeria Society of Engineers, Imperial College London, and the Global Entrepreneurship Network.

Since 2013, Cyril has been actively engaged with children and youth, providing mentorship and counseling through various platforms, including UNDP, UNESCO, and the MasterCard Foundation. His current role as a freelance mentor with Upskill Universe on the Google Hustle Academy showcases his commitment to empowering the next generation.

A skilled communicator and public relations advocate, Cyril has participated in numerous conferences and has been featured as a commentator on over ten radio stations, discussing pressing issues related to children and youth entrepreneurship. His strong analytical skills, along with his proven ability to foster stakeholder engagement among government officials, educators, and community leaders, underpin his success in delivering impactful educational initiatives.
Cyril is adept at resource mobilization and problem-solving, effectively managing multiple assignments and meeting tight deadlines. His values of respect, collaboration, and integrity resonate deeply with the mission to prioritize local impact.