He has a strong background in finance, having held significant roles such as Head of Finance at Touchtech Payments, which was acquired by Stripe, as well as positions at Stripe and Paystack.

His journey began with an education in Accounting and Finance at the Dublin Institute of Technology, followed by a career start at Ernst and Young, one of the world’s big four accounting firms.

Kinvi’s career path transitioned from accounting to the tech investment space, illustrating a successful shift from traditional finance to entrepreneurship and investment in the tech sector.

He is the co-founder of HoaQ, an investor community with over 100 investments across Africa and its diaspora.

HoaQ is particularly notable for its role in backing entrepreneurs and creating scalable businesses for Africa and its diaspora.

The club boasts over 300 members and investors from 14 different countries, focusing on early-stage startups serving Africa and the diaspora.

He is also the Founder of Stealth Startup.

As the pioneering Country Manager at Sand Technologies (ALX Africa) in Nigeria, Ruby is at the forefront of a transformative mission that’s shaping the next generation of tech leaders.

Under Ruby’s leadership, ALX Nigeria has become a catalyst for change, impacting over 145,000 Nigerian youths by equipping them with vital tech skills and opening doors to rewarding careers.

Remarkably, more than 40 per cent of these beneficiaries are women, underscoring Ruby’s commitment to fostering gender inclusivity in the tech space.

Ruby’s dedication and innovative strategies have not gone unnoticed, as she has been honored with prestigious accolades like the AOT Social Innovation Award and the Gage EdTech Award.

But her influence extends beyond the boardroom, as she is also the co-founder of Archivi.ng, where she plays a pivotal role in preserving Nigeria’s heritage through digital archiving, ensuring future generations have access to their rich history.

An award-winning film writer and producer, her work has garnered international acclaim, with her short film “Samaria” winning the ‘My 1st Short Film’ award at the Stockholm Film Festival.

At her core, Ruby is an educator and mentor, imparting her knowledge of Law at the Centre for Law and Business and guiding thousands of young minds through platforms like ALX, Co-Create, and YALI.