Vic is a Nigerian American professional with a passion for youth development, diaspora engagement, and social impact. He brings a powerful blend of strategy, leadership development, and mentorship experience rooted in both corporate and nonprofit spaces. His work across the African diaspora and commitment to empowering youth makes him a valuable potential contributor to eMentoring Africa’s mission.

Key Strengths & Contributions:

• Board leadership experience: Serves on the boards of FHE (Kenya) and FOCUS (Baltimore), contributing to strategic partnerships, grant mobilization, and organizational positioning.
• Corporate and leadership expertise: Former Accenture leader with a background in executive development, strategy consulting, and analytics.
• Youth empowerment advocate: Deeply engaged in mentoring underserved youth and supporting community-based growth.
• Diaspora engagement: Committed to connecting African youth—on the continent and abroad—with transformative opportunities.
• Skilled in storytelling through data: Uses insights and narrative to drive support and alignment for mission-driven initiatives.

Heneka is the Founder & CEO, Grace to Grow Mentorship & Training | Leadership Coach | 7× Author | Podcast & TV Host. She is a seasoned leadership architect, coach, and content creator with deep experience in mentoring, storytelling, and youth development. Her work through Grace to Grow and The Entrepreneurial You podcast/TV show has empowered countless leaders and provided platforms for transformative dialogue. She successfully blends faith-rooted leadership principles with data-driven strategic impact.

Key Strengths & Contributions:

• Leadership Development & Mentoring: Founded Grace to Grow Mentorship & Training (since 2022), and hosts The Entrepreneurial You, where she's interviewed global icons—building leadership ecosystems.
• Content Creation & Narrative Influence: Seven-time author and top-rated podcast/TV host skilled in data-driven storytelling, communications strategy, and building brand platforms.
• Inclusive & Adaptive Leadership: Focused on emotional intelligence, resilience, and vision-based strategies, evidenced in public thought leadership articles like “The Future of Leadership: Adaptability is Key”.
• Women's Empowerment & Community Building: Leads initiatives for women's leadership and hosts major events including Leadercast Women, combining mentorship, public speaking, and social innovation.
• Faith-Aligned Leadership: Integrates spiritual values and Biblical wisdom in her coaching and mentoring approach—creating leadership grounded in purpose and grace.

Silvia is a seasoned business leader with deep experience in international business strategy, financial oversight, governance, and mentorship. Her passion for empowering youth aligns perfectly with eMentoring Africa's mission, and she brings valuable networks to support eMA's growth.

Key Strengths & Contributions:

• Global business expertise: Extensive background in strategic planning and corporate governance across diverse international markets.
• Mentorship champion: Passionate mentor who believes in clarifying ambitions and inspiring the next generation.
• Investor network: Access to philanthropic and educational investors that can support funding and partnership opportunities for eMA.
• Growth-phase catalyst: Well-equipped to guide eMA through its next phase of expansion, scaling impact across Africa.

Aligns with eMA's mission: Deep commitment to youth leadership, social innovation, and mentoring-driven empowerment.

Mohamed Munaf Emam is a senior-level executive with over 30 years of experience in executive management, entrepreneurship, and corporate governance. With a proven track record of leading multimillion-dollar businesses internationally and supporting hundreds of start-ups, Mohamed brings a wealth of strategic, commercial, and board-level expertise to the advisory role. He holds a British passport with active residence in Egypt and is globally mobile. Mohamed's rich international perspective, combined with his entrepreneurial mindset and strong commitment to inclusive development, aligns well with the strategic direction and mentorship ethos of eMentoring Africa.

Key Highlights:

• 30+ years of leadership experience as CEO, COO, and Managing Director in FMCG, retail, and hospitality sectors across Africa and the Middle East.
• Executive and Non-Executive Director roles in start-ups and established companies across sectors such as 3D printing, food manufacturing, waste management, and cosmetics (e.g., Avon Egypt & South Africa).
• Led the coaching, training, and management of over 300 start-ups, particularly addressing youth unemployment and promoting gender diversity in Egypt.
• Currently serving as Strategy Partner at PractiQ Consulting, driving business growth and launching a Venture Capital arm focused on impact entrepreneurship.

Deep expertise in:

• Corporate governance and compliance
• Strategic growth and market expansion
• New venture acceleration and investment readiness
• Diversity, inclusion, and cultural transformation
• Stakeholder engagement and brand strategy

Dr. Njeri Ng’ang’a is a dynamic educator, researcher, and mentor with a PhD in Information Systems and MSc in Computer Science from the University of Nairobi. She currently serves as a faculty member at Strathmore University’s School of Computing and Engineering Sciences, and brings a rich blend of academic, technical, and community-driven experience. Dr. Njeri is committed to designing transformative digital solutions that prioritize empathy, sustainability, and accessibility, making her a valuable contributor to eMA’s mission to scale and deepen impact across the continent.

Key Highlights:

• Academic & Research Expertise:
  • Specializes in ICT for Development and Sustainability (ICT4D/S), with a focus on user-centered, ethical, and inclusive technology solutions.
  • Skilled in design thinking, innovation strategy, and digital transformation, especially around Artificial Intelligence and emerging tech
• Mentorship & Youth Engagement:
  • Passionate mentor and educator, actively engaging youth in STEAMM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, Math, and Management).
  • Chair of IEEE Women in Engineering – Kenya Section, leading initiatives that empower young women and men in tech.
• Practical Impact & Collaboration:
  • Actively involved with eMentoring Africa through the WEMA program, including impactful field engagement such as the Marsabit outreach.
  • Proven ability to connect academic rigor with community relevance, designing programs that are both scalable and impactful.
• Professional Memberships & Networks:
  • Member of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
  • Strong professional networks in higher education, tech innovation spaces, and mentorship communities across Kenya and beyond.

Eric is a multi-disciplinary professional with a strong background in both financial accounting and legal practice. He brings extensive experience in governance and board leadership, having served previously on the eMentoring Africa Board.

Key Highlights:

• Holds academic and professional qualifications in Financial Accounting and Law (LLB).
• Previously served as a Board Member at eMentoring Africa, with a desire to return and contribute with renewed focus.
• Brings over 10 years' experience working with school management boards and private sector companies in both middle and top-level management.
• Demonstrates a commitment to professional collaboration, organizational improvement, and strategic board engagement.
• Open and available for interview and further discussion regarding his candidacy.

Robert is a seasoned legal and fintech strategist with deep experience at the nexus of law, innovation, and youth development. He brings a blend of governance expertise, partnership networks, and hands-on mentorship practice.

Key Strengths:

• Over two decades shaping legal frameworks and fintech initiatives; poised to advise on program design and e-mentorship platform enhancements.
• Senior Partner at T.M.M & Partners; Board Advisor to the Association of Fintechs in Kenya; strong ties across legal, CSR, and tech communities.
• Proven track record in structuring sustainable funding through CSR engagements and legal partnerships.
• Global Mentor on the GLEAC platform and Vice Chair of Sheria Ni Ngao CBO, where he has refined youth engagement and mentor training frameworks.
• Member of the ICT & Intellectual Property Committee at the Law Society of Kenya and Legal Advisor to Bantu Blockchain Foundation, ensuring robust governance and ethical standards.

Stephanie is a passionate youth advocate and grassroots mobilizer whose mentorship journey began with eMentoring Africa as a young participant, and who now returns full circle, ready to give back with purpose. Currently leading the Jiinue Growth Program at GROOTS Kenya, she designs and delivers high-impact empowerment programs for youth across multiple counties. Stephanie brings not only technical expertise in gender and development but also an inspiring personal story of impact.

Key Strengths:

• A former eMentoring beneficiary herself, crowned Miss Kiambu during an eMA event—her authentic understanding of eMA’s youth-centered model adds unmatched perspective to the board.
• Leads a flagship initiative at GROOTS Kenya, equipping grassroots youth with skills to access economic opportunities and lead transformation in their communities.
• Skilled at mobilizing and mentoring youth collectives, fostering leadership and advocacy capacity.
• Experienced in building partnerships, guiding program growth, and ensuring alignment with community realities.
• Deep belief in mentorship as a tool for systemic change, grounded in personal experience and professional practice.