2023 Theme

Getting it right in the commercialization of Research Output and ideas

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The Commercialization and Entrepreneurial Leaders’ Summit is an initiative aimed at fostering innovation, promoting entrepreneurship, and advancing the commercialization of ideas in Kenya and Africa.

The aim of the summit that is projected to run annually, is to strengthen the commercialisation processes at national, institutional and individual levels, by articulating the business case for commercialisation, providing evidence and empowering the leadership to influence efforts, initiatives and outcomes of commercialisation in Kenya.
The summit seeks to bring together aspiring entrepreneurs, business leaders, investors, institutional leaders, government representatives, and other stakeholders to exchange ideas, learn from experts, and explore opportunities for growth and collaboration in various industries.
Who Will Be There?

Target Audience

Universities
Research Institutions
Academics and Researchers
Private Sector
Startup Incubators and Accelerators
Government
Relevant Parastatals
R2C Accelerator Graduates
Objectives

Purpose of the Leaders Summit

Encourage Entrepreneurship
Inspire and encourage aspiring entrepreneurs to take the leap and transform their ideas into successful businesses, driving economic growth in the region.
Facilitate Knowledge Exchange
Provide a platform for experienced entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and experts to share their insights, best practices, and success stories.
Foster Networking and Collaboration
Create opportunities for attendees to connect with potential partners, investors, and mentors, fostering a collaborative business ecosystem in Africa.
Promote Commercialisation
Promote the commercialisation of innovative products, services, and technologies, enabling local businesses to scale and access new markets.

Speakers at the CEIL Summit

Hon. Ababu Namwamba, EGH
Hon. Ababu Namwamba, EGH
Cabinet Secretary - Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Prof. Stephen Kiama
Prof. Stephen Kiama
Vice Chancellor - University of Nairobi
Dr. Beatrice Muganda Inyangala
Dr. Beatrice Muganda Inyangala
Principal Secretary (PS) , Higher Education and Research - Ministry of Education
Mr. Ismail Maalim Madey
Mr. Ismail Maalim Madey
Principal Secretary - State Department for Youth Affairs
Prof. Tom Ogada
Prof. Tom Ogada
Board Chair - Kenya National Innovation Agency
Maggie Flanagan
Maggie Flanagan
Program Officer - Lemelson Foundation
Dr. Tonny K. Omwansa
Dr. Tonny K. Omwansa
CEO - Kenya National Innovation Agency
Geoffrey Monari
Geoffrey Monari
CEO - Universities Fund
Agnes Tsuma
Agnes Tsuma
Manager, Innovation Commercialisation - Kenya National Innovation Agency
Maureen Ochako
Maureen Ochako
Program Manager - Victoria Ventures
Robert Karanja
Robert Karanja
Co-founder & Chief Innovations Officer - Villgro Africa
Stephen Gugu
Stephen Gugu
ViKtoria Ventures - Co-founder and Director
Dr. Norah Clarke
Dr. Norah Clarke
Director - Entrepreneurship - Universities South Africa
Monica Blagescu
Monica Blagescu
Head of Programmes - Higher Education, British Council
Prof. Elijah Omwenga
Prof. Elijah Omwenga
Vice Chancellor - Open University of Kenya
Prof. Laban Ayiro
Prof. Laban Ayiro
Vice chancellor - Daystar University
Professor Gurpreet Jagpal
Professor Gurpreet Jagpal
Pro Vice-Chancellor Business and Entrepreneurship - University of Suffolk
Norah Ndege
Norah Ndege
Doctoral Fellow - African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS) Kenya
Dr. Mule Munyao Shadrack
Dr. Mule Munyao Shadrack
Lecturer, School of Science and Technology - Kabianga University
Dr. Andrea Lane
Dr. Andrea Lane
Assistant Professor in Entrepreneurship - Newcastle University Bussiness School
Ms.  Khatuchi Khasadi
Ms. Khatuchi Khasadi
Director of Inventions and Education Patnerships - RICE 360
Prof. Dickson Andala
Prof. Dickson Andala
CEO NRF - NATIONAL RESEARCH FUND
Ms. Stella Muhoro
Ms. Stella Muhoro
Chief Manager Corporate Research, Policy & Strategy  - KonzaTechnopolis 
Ms. Ruth Muriithi
Ms. Ruth Muriithi
Head of Science Parks  - Dedan Kimathi University of Technology 
Ms. Cynthia Orango
Ms. Cynthia Orango
Research and Innovation Grants Coordinator - ICIPE
Prof. Odote Collins
Prof. Odote Collins
Director and Snr Professor - The University of Nairobi, Faculty of Law  
Prof. Samuel Muriithi, PhD
Prof. Samuel Muriithi, PhD
Director Academic Affairs (DAA) - Daystar University  
Prof. Romano Mwirichia 
Prof. Romano Mwirichia 
Associate professor of Microbiology  - University of Embu
Dr. Kevit Desai
Dr. Kevit Desai
Managing Director - Centurions Systems Limited
Ms. Esta Kamau
Ms. Esta Kamau
Country Director - Heifer International
Prof. Jamal Abafita (PhD)
Prof. Jamal Abafita (PhD)
President - Jimma University
Mr. Ahmed Abdulwahab
Mr. Ahmed Abdulwahab
Founder and CEO - Next Arabia
Ms. Jedida Kandagor 
Ms. Jedida Kandagor 
Program CD's Office Assistant - Mastercard Foundation 
Dr Jordan Kyongo
Dr Jordan Kyongo
East Africa Research and Innovation Hub Team Lead - Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
Ms. Pamela Hill
Ms. Pamela Hill
Executive Cardiovascular Sales Specialist - AstraZeneca
Ms. Yvonne Njeri
Ms. Yvonne Njeri
Director, Product Communications & Packaging - Mastercard
Prof. Ndiragu Kioni
Prof. Ndiragu Kioni
Senior Lecturer - Dedan Kimathi University of Technology 
Prof. Mike Kuria
Prof. Mike Kuria
C.E.O   - Commission for Higher Education in Kenya
Prof. Isaac Kibwage
Prof. Isaac Kibwage
Egerton University - Vice chancellor
Prof. Emily Achieng Akuno. PhD
Prof. Emily Achieng Akuno. PhD
Vice chancellor - Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
Mr. Ngosa Mupelar
Mr. Ngosa Mupelar
Chief Financial Officer - Close The Gap Kenya Limited
Ms.  Rosebell Owiti
Ms. Rosebell Owiti
Founder - Studio Bela Bela startup
Mr. Gameli Adzaho
Mr. Gameli Adzaho
Country Technical Lead (Ghana) -  Research Innovation Systems for Africa
Mr Baybars Altuntas,
Mr Baybars Altuntas,
Executive Chairman - World Business Angels Investment Forum
Prof. Robert Gateru
Prof. Robert Gateru
Vice chancellor - Riara University
Prof. Peter N Muchiri
Prof. Peter N Muchiri
Vice chancellor - Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
Mr. Michael Kamau
Mr. Michael Kamau
Huawei ICT Academy Manager - Huawei
Dr. Josea Rono
Dr. Josea Rono
Co- Founder and Managing Partner - E & K Consulting Firm
Ms. Sheena Mukesh Raikundalia
Ms. Sheena Mukesh Raikundalia
Country Director ; Board Member KeNIA - UK- Kenya Tech Hub
Dr. Moses Thiga
Dr. Moses Thiga
Director, Research, Innovation and outreach - Kabarak University

Programme of Events 2023

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