

I was honored to participate in the Inaugural MSME–Innovator Connect Forum 2026 held at Konza Technopolis, under the theme “Innovation with Purpose: Co-creating Market-ready Solutions for MSMEs.”
I had the privilege of serving as a Judge during the Innovator Pitching Session, where I engaged with bold, purpose-driven solutions emerging from the Manufacturing, AgriTech, Health and ICT sectors. The quality of ideas, depth of problem understanding, and commitment to real market needs were encouraging.
In addition, I participated in a Fireside Chat with Innovators, contributing to conversations on embedding market realities early in the innovation process, bridging the gap between pilots and scalable solutions, and the critical role MSMEs play in shaping meaningful innovation.
Grateful to Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) led by John Paul Okwiri, OGW, MBA, MCIPS- Chief Executive Officer and partners Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), Youth Enterprise Development Fund, Kenya Association of Manufacturers, Riara University among others for convening such a timely platform that strengthens collaboration between academia, innovators, industry, and MSMEs. Forums like these are essential for translating ideas into impact and building resilient, market-ready enterprises.
I look forward to continued engagement in ecosystems that advance innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable MSME growth.
Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA), Victoria Ventures, Riara University School of Business,Mambo Maithya, BSc., MSc., Ruth Muriithi, Maureen Ochako (PMP. CPA. MBA. MA.), Agnes Tsuma, Tabea Sarah Mbughuni, Dr. Zephania Thaisaiyi Opati (PhD).
#MSMEInnovation #InnovationWithPurpose #Entrepreneurship #KonzaTechnopolis #StartupEcosystem #Pitching #AcademiaIndustryLinkages #DesignThinking
30 Janvier 2026 à 12h18
Voir sur LinkedIn →