Emmanuel Gbeve

EMMANUEL M. GBEVE INFORMATION SYSTEMS & AI EXPERT EDUCATION MBA - ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, ML & DL CANDIDATE EDU Effec ve Business School / Czech Republic / 2024 AREAS OF COURSEWORK 1. Ar ficial Intelligence and Machine Learning I. 2. Ar ficial Intelligence and Machine Learning II. 3. Ar ficial Intelligence and Machine Learning III. 4. GDPR and Data Privacy 5. Informa on privacy within the US context 6. AI and ML in prac cal applica ons 7. Python I. 8. Python II. 9. Deep learning and neural networks 10. Cybersecurity MSC - MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS Ghana Ins tute of Management and Public Administra on (GIMPA) / Accra, Ghana / 2019 BOX KN1319, Kaneshie, Accra, 00233, Spintex Road. GT. Accra. Ghana -/-- ABOUT ME • Over 15years of planning, designing, developing, & implemen ng IT solu ons and So ware projects • I.T policy formula on • AI, ML & Deep Learning strategy, implementa on & management • Product Engineering & Management • Product Reliability & Quality • Digital & Social Media Strategy • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Expert • Technology Assessment • Architecture Design • Solu on Architecture • Governance and Compliance • Stakeholder Management • Team Leadership • Infrastructure Strategy • Infrastructure Opera ons • Capacity Planning & Building • Vendor Management • Security and Compliance AREAS OF COURSEWORK 1. Systems Analysis and Design 2. Informa on Risk and Security 3. Database and Programming 4. I.T Project Management 5. Managing Organiza ons 6. Organisa onal Study of Informa on Systems 7. Informa on Systems Research Methods 8. Informa on Systems Management • Disaster Recovery and Business Con nuity • Budget and Resource Management • Team Leadership • Experienced in consul ng with customers and other stakeholders to gather requirements, define scopes, and set project plans. • Business and Customer-oriented with excellent communica on skills • Extensive IT knowledge in conceptualizing, developing, and leading the implementa on of mul ple and complex IT solu ons/applica ons • Hands-on experience in database design, emerging technologies, management informa on systems, E-commerce, I.T project management, networks, and communica ons. 9. Networks and Telecommunica ons 10. Informa on and Knowledge Society 11. Data Warehousing 12. Electronic Business WORK EXPERIENCE AIDEC DIGITAL Chief Technology Officer (CTO) East Legon, Accra Jan 2023 - Present • Control data management, protec on, governance, and security. 13. Business Intelligence and Data Mining • Maintain rela onships with technology partners and vendors. Manage performance metrics, goal and KPI se ng, and IT resource alloca on. Postgraduate Disserta on on the Topic: The impacts of e-commerce on socioeconomic condi ons in Ghana. • Define the overall IT plan for the corpora on to support opera onal goals. • Provides visionary leadership, guiding a dynamic team to develop cu ng-edge solu ons. PUBLICATIONS/ARTICLES • Oversees successful project management, aligns technology with business objec ves, and ensures the delivery of efficient, innova ve solu ons globally. 1. Will the Advent of Technology Reduce Teacher Popula on? (Source: h p://askitgurus.blogspot.com/2 017/07/tech-ar cles.html) 2. The Idea of Employment Crea on Vis-à-vis Revolu ons and Technology. (Source: h p://askitgurus.blogspot.com/2 019/12/the-idea-of-employmentcrea on-vis-vis.html) • Bridges the gap between technology and business, focusing on client value and staying abreast of emerging trends & Technologies, such as Ar ficial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning. AIDEC HOLDINGS LTD East Legon, Accra Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 • Create and update training curriculum, content, and materials for various cyber security subjects, such as system security, network security, reverse engineering, penetra on tes ng, secure coding, and more. • Develop lab exercises, presenta ons, and accompanying resources to support the training materials. BACHELOR OF ARTS Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) / Kumasi, Ghana / • Manage and supervise AIDEC Group's technical opera ons which include strategic decision making, overseeing Aidec Digital employees, and ensuring all technology systems and applica ons support the organiza on's goals and objec ves. 2008 BA. Industrial Art Undergraduate Disserta on on the Topic: Qualita ve and Quan ta ve Analysis of Tex le Products. A case study of selected small and medium scale enterprises in Ghana. MIS/Training Manager CONTINENT TOURS Osu, Accra Apr 2022 - Present Senior Digital Marke ng Strategist (Consultant) • With extensive knowledge and understanding of social media pla orms, analy cs, key influencer seeding, and content management, we provide insights, thought leadership, and strategy. • Responsible for the con nuing administra on, con nuity, and execu on of numerous influencer marke ng campaigns on social media and in digital spaces, achieving business and brand objec ves. SKILLS • Growing digital and social media team, collabora ng crossfunc onally with all Con nent Tours clients to drive digital and social plans for some of the biggest organiza ons and events in the world and in the na on. FLASK (WEB FRAMEWORK) NODE.JS (JAVASCRIPT LIBRARY) REACTJS PYTHON JAVASCRIPT PHP, MYSQL CHARTERED INSTITUTE Digital Marke ng Lecturer (Part-Time) OF MARKETING, • Design teaching material and deliver either across a range of modules or within a subject area. GHANA ( CIMG) Accra, Ghana Mar 2022 - Nov 2022 • Supervise student and iden fy areas where current provision is in need of revision or improvement. BUSINESS ANALYSIS, ITSM WITH JIRA, MS PLANNER, ETC • Contribute to the planning, design and development of objec ves and material. PRODUCT MANAGEMENT - BRD/SRS PROPOSAL WRITING • Set, mark and assess work and examina ons and provide feedback to students. DATA ANALYTICS/BI WITH SPSS, POWERBI & TABLEAU CEED GHANA HTML5, CSS3 Spintex Road, Accra Oct 2020 - Jan 2022 UX/UI WITH ADOBE XD, LUCIDCHART • Use appropriate teaching, learning support and assessment methods. Director, MEAL & MIS • Plan, lead, and oversee all MIS opera ons, technology, and services. • Consults with others to understand compu ng needs, recommending and implemen ng hardware, so ware, applica ons, and services to meet these needs. OFFICE 365 SUITE (AZURE, SHAREPOINT, WORD, EXCEL, ETC) GRAPHIC & MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS (ADOBE XD, PHOTOSHOP, PREMIERE, CORELDRAW • Providing strategic advice on using technology to achieve goals. • Maintains the inventory of worksta ons, peripherals, so ware licenses, and other equipment and supplies. DIGITAL/SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGIES & MARKETING. • Nego ates prices for hardware, so ware licensure, and services from vendors. CMS: WORDPRESS, ANDROID STUDIO, • Managing IT ini a ves and collabora ng with in-house technical staff. • Manage project or programme's roadmap to implemen ng ac vi es as intended. COURSES • Conduct monitoring and evalua on ac vi es in a mely and efficient fashion, and ensure accountability and con nuous learning throughout the project and programmes cycle. ISO/IEC 42001 - AI MANGEMENT SYSTEMS ALISON OCT 2024 - OCT 2024 ITIL 4 AITI-KACE YOUTH CHALLENGE IT Manager INTERNATIONAL • Provide leadership and management of the technological elements of the HUB project. Also, delivery and oversight of the technological aspects of the project ini a ves. Silver Star, Accra Jul 2018 - Sep 2020 MAY 2024 - JUN 2024 • Support the Programme Quality and Research, teams, and partners in incorpora ng monitoring, evalua on, accountability, and learning into programme design, proposal development, and internal and external repor ng through collec on and analysis of data rela ng to outputs, outcomes, and impact of programmes. ISC2 CERTIFIED IN CYBERSECURITY (CC) LINKEDIN LEARNING • Support ac vi es to build partner capacity in u lizing IT to enhance project outcomes. FEB 2024 - APR 2024 • Provide guidance to the HUB staff regarding tools and strategies to ensure that programming u lizes technology in an effec ve way MICROSOFT AZURE AI FUNDAMENTAL AITI-KACE • Liaise and coordinate with technical consor um partners and implemen ng partners to ensure effec ve delivery of ac vi es JAN 2024 - FEB 2024 • Provides or contribute to IT Cost Drivers to support forecast within the area of responsibility LEVERAGING CHATGPT FOR SMARTER CYBERSECURITY LINKEDLN LEARNING • Par cipate fully in Monitoring and Evalua on processes and ac vi es JUL 2023 - AUG 2023 GLOBAL COMMUNITIES & ARTISANS CERTIFICATE IN IDENTIFYING, MONITORING, AND ANALYZING RISK AND INCIDENT RESPONSE AND RECOVERY (ISC)2 JUN 2019 CERTIFICATE IN INTERACTIVE PROGRAMMING IN PYTHON RICE UNIVERSITY NOV 2015 CERTIFICATES IN CSS3 AND HTML5, UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN OCT 2015 - NOV 2015 ASSOCIATION OF GHANA. Golf City, Tema Jun 2016 - Jun 2018 IT Coordinator • Plan, gather requirements, design, analyzed, developed, test, and deployed systems for data analysis from consor um partners (Global Communi es, AAG, AABN, YESGHANA, OICGC, HFC-Boafo) automated systems. • Support the Programme Quality and Research, teams, and partners in incorpora ng monitoring, evalua on, accountability, and learning into programme design, proposal development, and internal and external repor ng through collec on and analysis of data rela ng to outputs, outcomes, and impact of programmes. • Planning, designing managing, and coordina ng the prepara on and implementa on of IT-related courses for Ar sans. • Managing database and various communica on func ons across all the regional offices. • Track performance of all the city coordinators across all the regions in Ghana • Repor ng/presen ng to the board of directors, project partners and other stakeholders • Keep server up to date and secured and ensure backups are being performed and stored correctly. CERTIFICATE IN SOFTWARE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT, UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA • Microso SQL Server 2008/2012 – Installa on, Administra onAc ve directory configura on and Troubleshoo ng. OCT 2015 • Develop and maintain ar sansghana.org website • Supervise photography and member’s ID card prin ng. CERTIFICATE IN SOFTWARE PROCESSES AND AGILE PRACTICES UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA • Manage the produc on of marke ng materials, including leaflets, posters, flyers, newsle ers, e-newsle ers, all social media pla orms and DVDs; • Arrange the distribu on of marke ng materials; maintain and update membership databases; NOV 2015 CERTIFICATE IN CLIENT NEEDS AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS, UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA MAR 2016 CERTIFICATE IN FUNDAMENTALS OF PROJECT PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA • Organize membership mee ngs, conferences, and networking sessions for the associa on OXFORD RESEARCH IT Specialist GROUP & • Electronic Client management ac vi es PHILANTHROPY FORUM, GHANA. Spintex Road, Accra May 2015 - Jun 2016 • Website development and maintenance • Research tool development for online data collec on • Physical client data management • Development and implementa on of IT policy and best prac ce guides JUN 2015 CERTIFICATE IN ADVANCED COMPETITIVE STRATEGY LUDWIG MAXIMILIAN UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH • Digital Marke ng/Social Media engagement ac vi es CROWN CASINO Community 6, Tema May 2014 - Jun 2016 SEP 2014 IT Consultant • Examine the exis ng system to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses, develop ways it can be op mized. • Op mizing the system for easy use, and training employees in its func ons. Generally, a training program was organized to educate employees as efficiently as possible. CERTIFICATE IN SYSTEMS ENGINEERING THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES • Installa on, configura on, and administra ng of Sage ERP • Performing day-to-day maintenance on the ERP system, as well as installing new upgrades and tes ng for bugs. System configura on and data migra on. JUL 2014 • Sage ERP Enterprise Management / X3 CERTIFICATE IN GLOBALIZATION OF BUSINESS ENTERPRISE IESE BUSINESS SCHOOL • Installa on, Customiza on, Implementa on and Post Implementa on Support for ERP, HR and Payroll Databases and So ware for Clients • Sage People & Payroll APR 2015 CERTIFICATE IN ONLINE ADVERTISING OPEN UNIVERSITIES, AUSTRALIA SEP 2015 CERTIFICATE IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT OPEN UNIVERSITIES, AUSTRALIA SEP 2015 • Business Intelligence (BI) & Report Wri ng • Lead, Manage and Train the Sage/SAP Business ERP Technical Team INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE Community 20, Tema. Accra Apr 2012 - Jun 2016 Head of Technology Department • Curriculum Development: Design and implement teaching plans for subjects including Computer Science, Graphic Design, Web Design, and Advanced Excel. • Academic Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance within the Technology Department, fostering a culture of excellence and innova on. • Strategic Planning: Align departmental ac vi es with college objec ves, ensuring they support student success and reputa on enhancement. • Staff Management: Oversee staff performance, development, and training to maintain high standards and ensure compliance with college policies. BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS ALLISON COURSES LEARNING PLATFORM • Quality Assurance: Monitor and maintain academic quality and standards, ensuring adherence to college policies and procedures. APR 2018 IPMC ADVANCED INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES IN THE VIRTUAL CLASSROOM COURSERA Tema Community 6, Accra Jun 2012 - Aug 2013 Web & Graphic Design Instructor (Part-Time) Instruct students in the following subjects: • Introduc on to HTML/DHTML • MS PhotoDraw v 2 • Developing a web site using CSS and HTML/XHTML MAR 2016 • Photoshop CS DIPLOMA-IN-CPROGRAMMING ALLISON COURSES LEARNING PLATFORM • Designing a website with FrontPage, Dreamweaver and Ms. Expression Web MAR 2015 • Microso Project and PowerPoint PROJECTS/ACHIEVEMENTS • Over 15 years of planning, designing, developing or implemen ng IT solu ons and projects. • Principles and concepts of using Adobe Flash • Graphic Design with CorelDraw and Adobe Illustrator CS ROSAAB Crea ve Designer/Systems Support INTERNATIONAL • Direc ng branding and crea ve ac vi es of the company Dome Pillar 2, Accra Jun 2011 - Apr 2012 • Producing all site visuals and proposed products into visual formats • Design/Create marke ng visual tools • Assis ng the business development manager in performing all marke ng du es in and outside the office. 1. LameseAI - An AI-powered Health Tech solu on • Suppor ng ac vi es of the opera ons unit 2. Jus Bot - An AI-powered Legal Tech solu on • Other ac vi es include; Market research, Corporate Iden ty/Branding, Logo design, Adver sements, Poster design, Billboards, Brochures, Mo on video graphics, Direc onal/Signage, Pylons, Wall & Glass Signs. 3. Wetaverse Business ERP Accoun ng, HRM, Project, POS, Inventory, etc. (h ps://wetaverseafrica.com) • Handling all informa on technology (I.T) needs including technical support on hardware, so ware, and networking for all departments. 4. WITUniversity - School Management ERP (h ps://wituniversity.org) • Crea ng and configuring email account on the company’s website Cpanel for each worker and new workers 5. ASA-IeMP Project = LMS (h ps://mysaleslms.com) 6. Heritage Deli Project - Resturant Management System (h ps://heritagedeli.net) 7. AIDECIA Project - School Mangement System. (h ps://aidecia.com) NATIONAL SERVICE IT Technician/Support Specialist & Mathema cs Teacher SCHEME • Teaching Mathema cs at JHS level Ministry Of Defense, Burma Camp, Accra Nov 2008 - Nov 2009 • Teaching ICT at JHS level • Troubleshoot computers • Repair brokendown computers 8. Africoursity Project - LMS/MOOC Pla orm. (h ps://courses.africoursity.org) 9. Tech News Global - Tech News Portal. (h ps://technewsglobal.net) 10. QuikNote Project - Learning Management System. (h ps://quiknoteonline.com) 11. Development of an android mobile applica on that integrates Youth Challenge LINKS Blog: h p://askitgurus.blogspot.com LinkedIn: h ps://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-gbe ve Interna onal (YCI) eHub systems to that of Kumasi Technical University (KsTU) as a partner. 12. Project Manager and Codeveloper of School Report Manager V1.0 (On and Offline Web-Based Database for School Management System.) PUBLICATIONS AI ECOSYSTEMS IN AI Ecosystems in Ghana - Evolu on, Trends and Concerns GHANA Oct 2023 13. Built more than 2000 websites 14. Plan, design, develop & deploy Ar sans Associa on of Ghana’s automated database system, AAGPro V1.2 with Sharepoint server and central administra on. 15. Lead the planning, development/designing, integra on, deployment and implementa on processes of Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) for Ar sans Associa on of Ghana and TXTGhana on the other side. UNLOCKING BUSINESS Unlocking Business Poten al: Harnessing Digital Twin as An AI Tool POTENTIAL For African Enterprises Sep 2023 TECH NEWS Tech expert and chief urges gov’t to digi se chie aincy ins tu ons Jul 2023 ETHICAL AI IN AFRICA Ar ficial Intelligence: Prac cing Ethical AI in Africa Jun 2023 MEMBERSHIP ETHICAL AI • AIAI - AI Accelerator Ins tute May 2023 Ar ficial Intelligence: Machine Learning &Prac cing Ethical AI • TICON Africa - Pan-African Technology Community • IIIPGH - Ins tute of ICT Professional, Ghana GHANA E-LEVY E-Levy brouhaha: My Perspec ve as an Informa on Systems BROUHAHA Professional and Analyst • Internet Society - Ghana Feb 2022 • GCITSP - Ghana Chamber of IT Service Providers EDTECH IN GHANA The Idea of Employment Crea on Vis-à-vis Revolu ons and Dec 2019 Technology REFERENCES MR. EMMANUEL ADU-MENSAH GIMPA T: - E:- MR. DAVID GOWU Ins tute of ICT Professionals, Ghana CONFERENCES Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda Sep 2023 - Sep 2023 TICON Africa inaugural conference TICON Africa inaugural conference: Unifying ICT Talent to Power the Con nent to 2030 and beyond. • The Inaugural TICON Africa conference, took place at the Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda, from September 6 – 9, 2023, aiming at powering Africa into the future with the latest technological innova ons. T: - E:- MS GIFTY VOLIKARIME KUUG CEED Ghana • Moderated panel discussion on the topic, Genera ve AI a Produc vity Panacea or Pandora’s box. T: - E:-Sarova Beach Hotel Mombasa, Kenya Oct 2024 - Oct 2024 TICON Africa 2nd Conference Cape Town, South Africa Oct 2024 - Oct 2024 Africa Tech Fes val Key Speaker Topic: The AI Mindset: Preparing for the 4th/5th IR and the upcoming disrup on. Tech Solu ons Exhibitor, Partnership & Network Building, and a par cipant AWARDS July 2024 - Na onal Best Iconic African in Innova on & Technology of the Decade award July 2024 - Outstanding Leadership in Innova on & Technology award June 2015 - Best Teacher Secondary Sec on: the annual teacher awards and 4th Gradua on celebra ons May 2014 - Most Dedicated staff: the annual teacher awards and AU day celebra ons - (Interna onal Community College) April 2013 - Most Dedicated Staff: the annual teacher awards and AU day celebra ons - April 2013. (Interna onal Community College) Profile Emmanuel GBEVE Information Systems & AI Expert About Me Emmanuel Gbeve is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of dedicated experience in Information Systems. With a proven track record of managing numerous successful IT projects, Emmanuel has become a trusted leader in the field of technology and innovation. Currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at AIDEC Digital, Emmanuel leads a dynamic team in the development and management of cutting-edge solutions and applications for businesses spanning the globe. In 2024 Emmanuel has been awarded National Best Iconic African in Innovation & Technology of the Decade Award and other one on Outstanding Leadership in Technology Award. His visionary leadership and deep technical expertise have propelled AIDEC Digital to the forefront of the AI industry, delivering impactful solutions that drive efficiency, productivity, and growth for companies worldwide. Emmanuel's passion for harnessing the power of technology to solve complex business challenges has been a driving force throughout his career. About Me His holistic approach to Information Systems combines strategic vision with hands-on technical proficiency, ensuring that each project he oversees delivers tangible, sustainable value to clients. Emmanuel holds a distinguished MBA in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Deep Learning, from Czech Republic and Masters in Management Information Systems from GIMPA, Ghana. He also holds certificate in Microsoft AI Azure Foundation and Certified Cybersecurity. These educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in both the technical and managerial aspects of Information Systems and AI, enabling him to seamlessly bridge the gap between technology and business objectives. Skills Frontend HTML5, CSS3, JAVASCRIPT, REACT Backend PHP, SQL, PYTHON, FLASK FRAMEWORK, Project Management MS PROJECT, MS PLANNER, JIRA, AGILE, CMS WORDPRESS, JOOMLA, WIX Data Analytics & AI KNIME, MS Azure AI Fmtals, OPENAI, AI, ML, DL, POWERBI, TABLEAU, ORANGE, SPSS UX/UI/Creative Designs PHOTOSHOP, CORELDRAW, STARUML, LUCIDCHART My Projects Projects Developed & Managed Aidecdigital Ultimate web application for aidecdigital’s services and solutions. Technews Global Tech news portal Africoursity MOOC platform for free online courses for learners and instructors in Africa and the world QuikNote Doument management systems for lecturers & students’ note publications. MySalesLMS Heritage Deli Learning Mgt System Restaurant Mgt System Aidecia AI Powered Comprehensive School Management System for schools of all levels. It’s a SaaS. Wetaverse ERP AI Powered Business ERP system My Publications PUBLICATIONS ● Oct 2023 - AI Ecosystems in Ghana - Evolution, Trends and Concerns ● Sep 2023 - Unlocking Business Potential: Harnessing Digital Twin as An AI Tool for African Enterprises ● Jul 2023 ● Jun 2023 - Artificial Intelligence: Practicing Ethical AI in Africa ● May 2023 - Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning & Practicing Ethical AI ● Feb 2022 - E-Levy brouhaha: My Perspective as an Information Systems Professional and Analyst ● Dec 2019 - The Idea of Employment Creation Vis-à -vis Revolutions and Technology - Tech expert and chief urges gov’t to digitise chieftaincy institutions Conferences TICON Africa Conference 2024. Mombasa – Kenya. 24 - 28th Sept. 2024 AI MINDSET: Preparing for the 4th/5I R and the Upcoming Disruption Key Speaker and a Panel discussant. ● The AI mindset involves embracing technological change, fostering continuous learning, and preparing for disruptive innovations that characterize the 4th and 5th Industrial Revolutions. Keynote Topics 1. Embracing the future: the AI mindset 2. AI’s disruptive force in key sectors 3. Insights from key visuals in the presentation 4. The fifth industrial revolution: human-centric AI 5. AI adoption in Africa 6. Call to action: embrace AI today Conferences AIDEC AI Centre of Excellence (AIDEC Digital) 18th April 2024 AI Africa Series (AIAS – 2024): Empowering Africa's Future: AI Innovation & Collaboration ● The Convenor, Host, Keynote Addresser and a Panel discussant. ● This event aims to bring together AI enthusiasts, experts, and stakeholders across Africa and beyond to discuss, share, and strategize on harnessing the power of AI to shape Africa's future. It will focus on innovative AI solutions, collaborations, and policies that can drive sustainable development in Africa. Partnered by ACITY, IIPGH, 7W AI Ltd & Hubtel. Objectives of the Event ● To foster a culture of AI innovation and collaboration in Africa. ● To showcase groundbreaking AI projects and initiatives in Africa. ● To facilitate networking and partnership opportunities among AI stakeholders. ● To discuss policy and ethical considerations in AI application in Africa. Conferences African Youth Leadership & Entrepreneurship Conference 2024 24th July 2024 Harnessing the 4th Industrial Revolution and Artificial Intelligence for Africa's Future: Opportunities and Challenges Keynote Address and a Panel discussant. ● The panel discussion was on emerging technologies that are shaping the global digital economy, such as AI, blockchain, the IoT and their potential impact in Africa Keynote Topics 1. Understanding the 4th Industrial Revolution and its Impact on Africa 2. Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Africa's Development 3. Challenges and Opportunities of Implementing Al in Africa 4. Ethical Considerations in the Adoption of Al in Africa 5. Policy and Regulatory Frameworks for Al in Africa 6. Future Prospects of Al and 4IR in Africa Conferences Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana.(CIMG) 15th March 2024 World Consumer Rights Day 2024: Fair and Responsible AI for Consumers ● The Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana (CIMG) organise a dynamic panel discussion to delve into the realm of consumer rights, under the theme, “Fair and Responsible AI for Consumers”. ● This was hosted at Coconut Grove Hotel, Accra with live broadcast on JoyNews, GTV, MetroTV, TV3 and all social media platforms Conferences Academic City University College, Ghana 9th March 2024 ACITY Tech Expo 2024: Exploring Innovative Technology in Healthcare ● Serve as a judge to evaluate artificial intelligence and robotics innovations developed by university students in 2024. ● The evaluation of innovations from more than 5 universities, totaling 10 projects, along with invention from over 15 high schools, encompassing 15 additional innovations. Conferences Tang Palace Hotel Ghana 9th February 2024 OnPoint Africa - ITSM CONNECT Breakfast Edition 2024: The Role of AI in ITSM. ● As a Panelist I have emphasized the transformative power of AI-driven solutions in streamlining operations, enhancing efficiency, and delivering personalized experiences. ● From leveraging data analytics to harnessing the capabilities of virtual agents, through document intelligence and knowledgebase data processing and analysis. Conferences Accra International Conference Centre Ghana 8th November 2023 Ghana Digital Innovation Week 2023: Innovate | Collaborate | Elevate ● Panelist for National Entrepreneurship & Innovation Programme-NEIP ● ● ● ● symposium representing AIDEC Digital to share my insights on the topic "Innovate: Shaping a Future of Endless Potential. The need for innovation among the teaming youth". We discuss specific areas, such as: Current State of Innovation and Challenges in Promoting Innovation: including Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning. The Youth in Innovation and its Cultural Impact Potential Growth Areas and Overcoming Future Challenges Conferences Academic City University College. Accra – Ghana 30th October 2023 Faculty of Computational Sciences and Informatics AI Stakeholders Forum: Topic - AI Ecosystems in Ghana - Evolution, Trends and Concerns. ● Speak on; ● Analyze and Assess the Current State of AI Ecosystems in Ghana​ ● Identify Key Trends and Advancements in AI Technology​ ● Highlight Challenges and Concerns for Sustainable AI Development​ ● Provide a Comprehensive Understanding of the AI Landscape​ ● Examine Initiatives and Investments by Local and International Organizations​ ● Highlight Potential Benefits of AI Adoption in Various Sectors Conferences Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda Sep 2023 - Sep 2023 TICON Africa inaugural conference: Unifying ICT Talent to Power the Continent to 2030 and beyond. ● The Inaugural TICON Africa conference, took place at the Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda, from September 6 – 9, 2023, aiming at powering Africa into the future with the latest technological innovations. ● Moderated panel discussion on the topic, Generat i ve AI a Productivity Panacea or Pandora’s box. Conferences Academic City University College. Accra. Ghana 2nd June 2023 Annual Faculty of Computational Sciences and Informatics AI Stakeholders Forum: Topic - Practicing Ethical AI in Africa. • As a Speaker on the topic “Practicing Ethical AI in Africa” • Addressing Algorithmic Unfairness, Human Rights, and Responsible AI Ecosystems • Ethical frameworks, consequence scanning, justice, and accountability in AI systems. • Collaborative efforts between governments, academic institutions, industry leaders, and civil society to develop and implement policies and frameworks that prioritize ethical AI practices. Conferences AIDEC AI Centre of Excellence. East Legon. Accra Ghana 4th May 2023 AIDEC Digital’s AI Seminar: Machine Learning and Practicing Ethical AI ● As a Speaker on; ● Ethics and Responsibility in AI Development and Deployment. ● Opportunities presented by trending technologies such as AI, Machine learning, Deep learning, ChatGPT (Chat Generative PreTrained Transformer) etc. ● Potential dangers of these emerging technologies and how to deploy ethical AI tools to deal with them within a legal and regulatory environment. Qualifications First Degree 2008 –Bachelor of Art (Hon.) Industrial Art Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology Certificate MBA 2024 – MBA in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Deep Learning. Edu Effective Business School. Plague – Czech Republic Certificate 2024 – Microsoft Artificial Intelligence - (Azure AI) 2024 Information Technology Infrastructure Library – (ITIL 4) Kof i Annan ICT Centre – Accra. Ghana Kof i Annan ICT Centre – Accra. Ghana MSC 2019 – MSc in Management Information Systems. Ghana Institute of Managnement and Public Administration (GIMPA) Accra - Ghana Awards & Citations ● 2024 - National Best Iconic African in Innovation & Technology of the Decade Award ● 2024 - Outstanding Leadership Award ● 2015 - Best Teacher Secondary Section Award ● 2014 - Most Dedicated staff of the Year ● 2013 - Most Dedicated Staff of the Year Professional Courses Year Jul 2023 Jul 2023 Jul 2023 Jul 2023 Jul 2023 Jun 2021 Jun 2020 Jul 2020 Jun 2009 Course AI Accountability Essential Training Applied Machine Learning: Algorithms Applied Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Executive Guide to AutoML Machine Learning and AI: Prediction, Causation, and Statistical Inference ITIL 4 M&E Fundamentals Economic Evaluation Basics Certificate in Identifying, Monitoring, and Analyzing Risk and Incident Response and Recovery For More, Click here Thanks! 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