I am a full-time employee, social entrepreneur, and believer in the future. My roles can be grouped into professional, social, and strategic side gigs:

Professional roles

  • Group Chief Financial officer, Arise P&L – London based joint venture between Africa Finance Corporation, AP Moller Capital and Olam International. The company invest in Ports & logistics in Africa with currently three subsidiaries.
  • Vice President Finance, Africa Finance Corporation – A multilateral financial institution, created by African sovereign states that develop and finance infrastructure, natural resources and industrial assets for the enhanced productivity and economic growth of African states.
  • Previously worked for Ecobank Gambia Ltd & GTBank Gambia ltd in Finance & Operations

Social Roles

  • President – Finance Leadership Forum – a networking & learning forum
  • Co-Founder & President, Next Generation Foundation – supporting young girls and boys in the Gambia through education
  • Financial advisor, The Saruja Foundation – A community-based organization focusing on Saruja
  • Active Member (2020/2021 President) of Seaside Toastmasters Club in Nigeria

Strategic Side Gigs

  • Course Tutor – Corporate Governance, MBA Students through Edinburgh Business School approved learning partner in Nigeria
  • Blogger & Editor – BusinessinGambia.com
  • Author – 1 published and 4 free ebooks
  • Course Facilitator ( Excel, Data Analysis, Finance leadership, Finance, IFRS etc) – IG Business & Finance
  • Speaker & Moderator – Webinars & Seminars
  • Currently exploring digital assets
  • Previously lectured at Management Development Institute and Nusrat Management & Accountancy Training Centre for over 5 years