Management Team
Ed Partners Africa Management Team
Adam is an all-rounded leader and a catalyst for social change, actively advancing financial inclusions and impact investment. He holds an MBA in strategic Management from Daystar and a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Business Administration from United States University Africa (USIU). Adam joined ED Partners Africa Limited as the Chief Executive Officer in January 2024. He has a wealth of expertise in driving customer experiences, streamlining business operations and driving revenue growth and impact within the financial services sector. His diverse background encompasses banking operations, payment systems, lending and credit finance management, IT project management and IT security, providing a comprehensive skill set for his role as CEO. Prior to joining ED Partners, Adam worked with Letshego Kenya Limited where he served as the Chief Executive Officer from May, 2017. His career also includes pivotal positions including Head of Retail Banking at Bank of Africa and leadership roles at Consolidated Bank and Sidian Bank.
Janet is responsible for managing financial operations and overseeing all aspects of the company's financial success. She is a senior finance executive with over 20 years of experience in leading finance and strategy in national and regional financial services companies. Janet brings diversified financial services experience cutting across finance, investments and insurance across East Africa. She previously held the position of CFO at Britam Asset Management (K) Ltd, where she oversaw operations in Kenya and Uganda. Prior to this role, she held various positions within the Britam Group. Janet has also attained a Masters in Business Administration from USIU-Africa, a BBA from University of Eastern Africa, Baraton and is a member Associations of Chartered Certified Accountants and the Institute of Certified Investments and Financial Analysts.
Certified Agile Leader, University of Colorado at Denver, MBA Corporate Management- KCA University(2016), Bachelors Degree in Banking & Finance(1st Class Honors), CPA, Various management & Risk Certifications. Sylvester joined ED Partners Africa Limited as the Chief Business Officer in November 2023. He is an accomplished C-Suite professional, with over 18 years’ experience financial services sector leadership and management with skewed fervor to business development & Operations, distribution & channels and people management. Prior to joining ED Partners, Sylvester was the Head of Sales & Distribution at Letshego Kenya Limited, Spearheading development of the Letshego Kenya Limited’s financial solutions and distribution channels for consumers, providing strategic management of the franchise and was responsible for promoting and driving innovation. A Financial Inclusion champion, Sylvester offered leadership to the multi-functional teams across the country inculcating an agile culture of delivery.
David is responsible for the overall credit risk management of the company and ensures consistent application of credit policies and internal controls. He has over 10 years of experience in credit risk management and fintech operations. David joined Ed Partners from Crediation Inc, a fintech lender where he led operations as the COO. Prior to that he worked with Kopo Kopo Inc for a long period as the Head of Credit. David holds a BCOM from Kenyatta University, Diploma in Business Management from UON and currently pursuing an EMBA.
Kevin is responsible for people strategy, recruitment, placement, and overseeing all aspects of the company's performance management. He has over 10 years of experience in the banking, insurance, training, and management industries. He joined Ed Partners Africa from ABMC International where he was the HR Business Partner. Prior to that, he had worked at AAR Insurance and at Housing Finance Group within the HR Departments holding various leadership roles. Kevin holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree - Sociology (Major) from Kenyatta University and a Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management from the Institute of Human Resource Management. He is currently pursuing Master of Science in Human Resource Management.
Geoffrey is responsible for managing the company's credit operations and infrastructure and ensures policies and procedures are enforced. He has over 10 years of experience in credit and operations management within banking and microfinance sectors. His prior work experience includes serving as a Senior Credit Risk Analyst at Faulu Microfinance Bank and ECLOF, a national-wide credit-only microfinance in Kenya. Geoffrey has a Bachelor of Science from Moi University and a Diploma in Banking from the Kenya Institute of Bankers.
Mercyline is responsible for the internal audit function that evaluates the effectiveness of the controls, risk management and governance processes of the company. She holds a Bachelors of Commerce degree and, is a certified public accountant (CPAK). She is currently pursuing Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification and is a member of the institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)