With over 20 years of experience in designing and implementing innovation strategies,
I help companies, institutions, and African ecosystems develop their innovation culture, drive their digital transformation, and achieve disruptive growth.
What Makes Me Unique
Pan-African Expertise:
• Operations in over 15 countries (Francophone Africa and the Mediterranean region)
• Incubation of more than 50 startups (Fintech, Healthtech, Agritech)
• Organization of over 30 hackathons and open innovation programs
Impact-Driven Innovation:
• Development of socially useful technological solutions (SMS-based medical monitoring, crisis mapping)
• Creation of third places and innovation labs (OVILLAGE, Société Générale Lab)
• Passion for open source and knowledge sharing (MOVILAB)
Inspiring Leadership:
• “A rare blend of strategic vision and hands-on execution”
• “A mentor who knows how to unlock team potential”
What I Bring
For Companies:
• Innovation strategies tailored to business challenges
• Acceleration of digital transformation through startup partnerships
• Creation of sustainable innovation cultures
For Ecosystems:
• Connection between key players (corporates, startups, institutions)
• Knowledge sharing through conferences and mentoring (UNDP, Jerry DIT, etc.)
My Belief
I believe in meaningful, inclusive, and sustainable innovation for Africa.
My Ambition:
• Strengthen links between African tech ecosystems
• Train the next generation of digital leaders
• Integrate climate issues into innovation models
Interested in discussing innovation, startups, or ecosystem development?
Contact me at: fy(at)fyouzan.ci