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JOHN WANGOMBE
John Ndiritu Wangombe is the Founder and CEO of OPESHA Solutions, a fintech platform leveraging AI and advanced analytics to improve access to finance for SMEs across Africa. An ex-banker with experience in Retail Banking, Risk & Recoveries, and the Realization Unit, he has deep insight into the SME credit lifecycle. John has served as a judge for global startup competitions including Africa’s Business Heroes and Women in Africa. His ventures have been showcased at international platforms such as GITEX Africa and global startup summits. Through OPESHA and ecosystem partnerships, he works to bridge Africa’s SME financing gap and empower entrepreneurs.
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Mentoring Experience
Startup mentor with experience supporting early and growth-stage ventures in fintech, SME development, and social impact sectors. Served as a judge for Africa’s Business Heroes and Women in Africa startup competitions, evaluating startups across the continent. Mentor on VC4A and actively engaged in international startup ecosystems through global innovation programs and startup summits. Founder of OPESHA Solutions, working to bridge Africa’s SME financing gap using AI-driven solutions. Passionate about guiding entrepreneurs on fundraising readiness, business strategy, and scaling sustainable ventures in emerging markets.
Preferred Company Stage
Idea Stage
Early Stage
Growth Stage
Areas of Professional Experience
Business Development
Data / Analytics
Executive Development / Leadership
Fundraising
Marketing / Digital Marketing
Operations
Project Management
Public Relations / Communications
Sales + Pipeline
Strategy
Sustainability and Social Impact
Technology/IT
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Peferred Speaking Topics
Data + Research
Ecosystem Development
Entrepreneurship Education
Social Entrepreneurship
Starting + Scaling
Presentation Languages
English
Swahili
Past GEN Event Presenter
No
Open to Inquiries without Stipend or Honoraria
Yes
Open to Inquiries without Speaker Travel Coverage
Yes
Additional Comments
Founder of OPESHA Solutions, a fintech platform improving SME access to finance across Africa. Available to speak on fintech innovation, SME financing, and startup ecosystem development in emerging markets.