Peter is a seasoned sales and marketing leader with deep experience across IT, security infrastructure, and emerging technologies. With a career spanning Australia, APAC, and the USA, he brings strong business acumen, multicultural insight, and a track record of helping companies break into new markets. He has led business development for complex technology solutions, driven market research and vertical expansion, and built high‑performing sales teams through clear structure, coaching, and hands‑on leadership. Comfortable working with channel partners or selling directly at the front line, Peter is known for his ability to win business and strengthen long‑term customer relationships. Having guided multiple US startups entering ANZ and APAC, he offers something rare — practical wisdom. He focuses on market realities, resource alignment, and revenue timelines, helping founders avoid costly missteps and build pragmatic, achievable go‑to‑market plans.

A decorated former British Army EOD specialist, he later spent 13 years with the New Zealand Defence Force, commanding the NZSAS E Squadron and representing New Zealand on Five Eyes and NATO groups while contributing to global counter‑terrorism, capability development and special operations initiatives. His career includes supporting US Government Special Forces programs and advising governments, defence leaders and international partners in complex security environments. As an Advisor to Afrikapreneur, he provides strategic insight into security, governance and resilience across Africa, helping governments and investors navigate challenging operating environments and support long‑term stability and development.

As the Founder of "Grand Power" SRL, Anatolli established the company in 2016 as a branch of the Slovak company of the same name with the aim of organizing the production of sports and hunting firearms. The company's main activities are:- • Non-specialized wholesale trade • Wholesale of other machinery and equipment • Wholesale of clothing and footwear • Intermediaries in trade in machinery, industrial equipment, ships and aircraft • Intermediaries in trade in fuel, ores, metals and industrial chemicals • Intermediaries in trade in specialized goods not included in other categories • Intermediaries in trade in various goods • Manufacture, assembly, import, export, re-export, trade in weapons and ammunition.

Sergey Yeliseyev is an international business executive with extensive experience across payment cards, secure ID documents, national eID programs, e‑passports, and PKI‑based security solutions. He has worked closely with banks, personalisation bureaus, processors, and government institutions, giving him a deep, end‑to‑end understanding of the global identity and payments ecosystem. Technically skilled and highly familiar with the latest innovations in the card industry, Sergey brings strong expertise in customised software development for card personalisation, processing systems, and secure issuance workflows. His background also includes hands‑on experience with video surveillance technologies, adding breadth to his security and infrastructure knowledge. With a strong track record in business development, solution design, and market trend analysis, Sergey supports Afrikapreneur as an advisor on emerging opportunities in payment technologies, digital identity, and secure document programs across Africa and international markets.

Irina is a senior business development leader with deep international experience in biometrics, digital identity, and large‑scale government transformation programs. She drives strategic growth across Europe and Africa, specialising in national ID ecosystems, border management, elections, and secure enrollment solutions. Known for uniting commercial strategy with operational execution, she excels in complex stakeholder environments, long‑cycle government programs, and multi‑partner ecosystems. Her expertise spans market expansion, solution positioning, negotiations, and managing major international opportunities from early engagement through delivery. As an advisor to Afrikapreneur, Irina strengthens the organisation’s capability to support national‑scale biometric and digital governance initiatives across the continent.

Praney Jain is a distinguished and accomplished advocate, renowned for his exceptional expertise and unwavering dedication to the field of law. With a stellar academic record and a strong foundation in International Trade Laws, IPRs, Contracts and Civil Laws, Praney has successfully represented Indian as well as multinational clients in various courts, including the Supreme Court of India, the Delhi High Court, and District Courts. He has been an active participant in various legal forums, seminars, and workshops, sharing his expertise and insights with fellow professionals.

As the Founder of Shailin Farming Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Shailav's has been responsible for building scalable ventures in agriculture, sustainability, and rural innovation. As Founder, he focuses on turning high- potential ideas into practical, profitable, and impact-driven businesses. Through Shailin Farming Solutions Pvt. Ltd., the team works on modern farming ecosystems, agri-consulting, and eco- tourism—bridging traditional agriculture with real market opportunities. Focused on scale. Driven by execution. Built for impact.

• Defining and developing budget, monitoring costs, and optimizing resources to meet production goals. • Leading daily operational activities to achieve quality, operational, and financial objectives and monitoring and improving performance indicators in these areas. • Overseeing the maintenance and repair of equipment to ensure smooth and efficient production processes. • Collaboration with the QA department to implement and maintain the quality management system, identifying and implementing process improvements and new technologies to enhanceefficiency / reduce waste. • Hiring, developing, and coaching team members to build a collaborative and high-performance culture, ensuring the safety of all employees.

Vivek Tiwari is an independent strategic thinker associated with international collaborations, institutional development, media, and value- driven initiatives. With a multidimensional background spanning business, branding, human behaviour, and cross-cultural engagement, he brings clarity, discretion, and long-term perspective to complex situations and emerging opportunities. He is currently engaged in exploring global partnerships and purpose-led ventures connecting India with international markets. PROJECTS • De-Salination Demonstration Event At Nellore, Andhra Pradesh • Production Of Water And Energy By New Organic Solution By De-salination technology Of Sea Water

Creating Smart Wealth

AFRIKAPRENEUR

Baba Neem Karoli

Guiding Energy

Humantarian Services

Alok Goel

Founder & CEO

Peter Harrington

Senior Advisor

Digital Identity

Adam Modd

Advisor Defence & Security

Anatolii Turturica

Advisor Defence Production

Vaibhav Gupta

Advisor Civil Infrastructure

Sergey Yeliseyev

Advisor for Secure ID Documents

& Digital Identity Technologies

Katerina Korreja

Advisor for Digital Identity

& Project Management Expert

Irina Stoica

Advisor for Large-Scale Government

Biometric & Digital Identity Programs

Praney Jain

Senior Legal Advisor

Shailav Manjkhola

Advisor Agro Farming & Hydroponics

Darko Todorovic

Advisor Ammunition Production

Vivek Tiwari

Advisor Strategy

Results driven Founder and Chief Executive Officer with over twenty years of experience across defence technology, security solutions, corporate affairs, international contracts, and business strategy. Recognised for evaluating and deploying defence and security technologies to strengthen border security and internal safety while promoting sustainable and greener solutions aligned with circular economy principles.

VGS Solar & Building Systems Pvt. Ltd. leads in delivering advanced Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEBs) and modular steel construction solutions across India and South Asia. As the CEO with over 27years of leadership, they drive the company’s vision, emphasizing speed, safety, and durability in large-scale projects. Recent achievements include a 28-storey commercial high-rise completed in 11 months and an industrial facility with a 120 ft clear span, delivered in just 100 days during the pandemic.

Katerina is a results-driven strategic advisor specialising in the deployment of global Digital Identity frameworks and complex government IT solutions across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. With a 100% project delivery success rate, she leads end-to- end IT lifecycles from pre-sales to launch, ensuring secure, scalable digital transformation. On Afrikapreneur.com, Katerina advises on cross-border identity systems and mentors the next generation of project managers to build robust digital infrastructure.

Baba ji is a world renowned saint who is above religion and recognised for his vision for humanity and treating world as one family. He is the main guiding energy and chief inspiration to Afrikapreneur for carrying out humanitarian missions across Africa for caring and uplifting lives by promoting worldclass education, building food and job security and promoting wellbeing and prosperity among all Africans. Baba ji truly inspired likes of Mark Zuckerberg, Steve Jobs, Julia Roberts and many other global citizens to render humanitarian services across continents.

Monica is an educator, Brain & Memory trainer and the Founder of WhiteForest Academy. She has over 20 years of teaching experience and is Master in Computer Application. She is driven by a simple but powerful belief: no one teaches students how to learn—and memory is a trainable skill. Her flagship initiative, Memory Jamboree, is a structured memory sports program conducted at multiple levels—Intra-school, Inter-school, Regional, State, and National Level. She is the author of No One Teaches How to Learn, Memory Tools for the Schools, Game of Brains, and Tickle Brain, designed to make learning effective, engaging, and enjoyable for students of all ages..

Monica Thomas

Advisor Education & Memory Coach

As a freelance consultant with over Twenty Four years of experience in the sugar industry, Parag provides turnkey solutions for sugar and cogen power projects, modernization, and capacity building. He has a master's degree in management studies, an associate's degree in energy audit, and a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. He is skilled in detail engineering, MVR, and project planning. He has successfully led and commissioned multiple projects as a lead consultant for sugar, cogen, and allied industries, delivering them on time and within budget, and meeting the desired operating cash flow for the clients. He can also apply his operational experience, strategic initiatives, and fundamental knowledge of project financial requirements to ensure project success. He is assionate about continuous improvement, never-ending learning, and building long-term relationships in the sugar industry.

Parag Gaikwad Chief Advisor Integrated Sugar Industrial Complex

Ashish Asthana

Chief Advisor

Finance & Economic Affairs

Ashish Asthana is a highly accomplished Chartered Accountant with over 25 years of professional experience. He became a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in 2000. Specializing in Anti- Money Laundering (AML) and tax compliance, particularly in the UAE and India, Ashish has cemented his reputation as a trusted advisor in the financial services sector. He co-founded Artifae in Dubai alongside Abhishek and Sharaf to navigate the new corporate tax regime in the UAE, obtaining a license for tax consultancy services. At Artifae, Ashish contributes strategic insights to the management team, leveraging his extensive experience to support SMEs and promote their growth. As a Founder and Managing Partner of TASK and Associates, Ashish has led the firm to prominence. The firm serves approximately 2,000 clients across multiple sectors, including marketing, advertising, manufacturing, mining, finance, NGOs, trading, real estate, government contractors, political parties, and hospitality. Under his leadership, TASK and Associates has become a trusted partner to both local and international businesses, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and financial success.

Creating Smart Wealth

AFRIKAPRENEUR

Baba Neem Karoli

Guiding Energy

Humantarian Services

Peter Harrington

Senior Advisor

Digital Identity

Alok Goel

Founder & CEO

Adam Modd

Advisor Defence & Security

Anatolii Turturica

Advisor Defence Production

Vaibhav Gupta

Advisor Civil Infrastructure

Sergey Yeliseyev

Advisor for Secure ID Documents

& Digital Identity Technologies

Katerina Korreja

Advisor for Digital Identity

& Project Management Expert

Katerina is a results-driven strategic advisor specialising in the deployment of global Digital Identity frameworks and complex government IT solutions across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. With a 100% project delivery success rate, she leads end- to-end IT lifecycles from pre-sales to launch, ensuring secure, scalable digital transformation. On Afrikapreneur.com, Katerina advises on cross-border identity systems and mentors the next generation of project managers to build robust digital infrastructure.

Irina Stoica

Advisor for Large-Scale Government

Biometric & Digital Identity Programs

Praney Jain

Senior Legal Advisor

Shailav Manjkhola

Advisor Agro Farming & Hydroponics

Darko Todorovic

Advisor Ammunition Production

• Defining and developing budget, monitoring costs, and optimizing resources to meet production goals. • Leading daily operational activities to achieve quality, operational, and financial objectives and monitoring and improving performance indicators in these areas. • Overseeing the maintenance and repair of equipment to ensure smooth and efficient production processes. • Collaboration with the QA department to implement and maintain the quality management system, identifying and implementing process improvements and new technologies to enhanceefficiency / reduce waste. • Hiring, developing, and coaching team members to build a collaborative and high- performance culture, ensuring the safety of all employees.

Vivek Tiwari

Advisor Strategy

Vivek Tiwari is an independent strategic thinker associated with international collaborations, institutional development, media, and value-driven initiatives. With a multidimensional background spanning business, branding, human behaviour, and cross-cultural engagement, he brings clarity, discretion, and long-term perspective to complex situations and emerging opportunities. He is currently engaged in exploring global partnerships and purpose- led ventures connecting India with international markets. PROJECTS • De-Salination Demonstration Event At Nellore, Andhra Pradesh • Production Of Water And Energy By New Organic Solution By De-salination technology Of Sea Water

Monica Thomas

Advisor Education & Memory Coach

Parag Gaikwad Chief Advisor Integrated Sugar Industrial Complex

Ashish Asthana

Chief Advisor

Finance & Economic Affairs

Ashish Asthana is a highly accomplished Chartered Accountant with over 25 years of professional experience. He became a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in 2000. Specializing in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and tax compliance, particularly in the UAE and India, Ashish has cemented his reputation as a trusted advisor in the financial services sector. He co-founded Artifae in Dubai alongside Abhishek and Sharaf to navigate the new corporate tax regime in the UAE, obtaining a license for tax consultancy services. At Artifae, Ashish contributes strategic insights to the management team, leveraging his extensive experience to support SMEs and promote their growth. As a Founder and Managing Partner of TASK and Associates, Ashish has led the firm to prominence. The firm serves approximately 2,000 clients across multiple sectors, including marketing, advertising, manufacturing, mining, finance, NGOs, trading, real estate, government contractors, political parties, and hospitality. Under his leadership, TASK and Associates has become a trusted partner to both local and international businesses, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and financial success.