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.
Denis is a certified accountant with Institute of Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) with 15 years of post qualification experience across finance, strategy and operations. He started his trade at KPMG audit, risk and assurance office covering various industries, then in Operational Finance leadership as CFO and Global Finance Director in various multinational development organizations and social enterprises and as a CFO consultant helping organizations in their investor readiness and fundraising efforts. As a CFO at Ed Partners Africa, Denis is tasked with managing our fundraising and investor/funders relations, and supporting strategic-level finance initiatives such as liquidity and runway management, improvements to net interest margin and loan executive education programs with IESE and Harvard Business School
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.
Kibet Kipkemoi is a seasoned technology and operations leader with over 20 years of experience driving strategic ICT management, Operations and organizational transformation in the financial services sector. His expertise spans banking, microfinance, and non-deposit-taking financial institutions, where he has played a pivotal role in advancing digital transformation, enhancing operational efficiency, process optimization and aligning technology strategies with business objectives. A visionary professional, Kibet is known for fostering innovation, ensuring governance excellence, and leading large-scale digital initiatives that propel business growth. His core strengths include: · Transformational Leadership – Spearheading digital strategies that modernize operations and enhance customer experiences. · Strategic Execution – Aligning IT initiatives with corporate goals to drive efficiency and scalability. · Compliance & Governance – Ensuring regulatory compliance and robust IT governance frameworks. · Collaborative Leadership – Building high-performing teams and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Passionate about financial inclusion, Kibet leverages technology to expand access to financial services, particularly for underserved communities. His commitment to capacity building and mentorship has also helped shape the next generation of technology leaders. Education & Professional Memberships · Executive MBA, Management University of Africa · BA, University of Nairobi With a proven track record of aligning technology with strategic goals, enhancing governance, and delivering operational excellence, Kibet Kipkemoi is uniquely positioned to drive impactful decision-making at the executive level
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.
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)
Elizabeth is an accomplished Credit and Finance professional with over a decade of experience in credit management, risk management, and policy and frameworks development. She holds an MSc in Entrepreneurship from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology and Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from Catholic University of Eastern Africa and Certified Public Accountant (K). Currently the Head of Credit and Risk Management at Ed Partners Africa Ltd, she provides strategic oversight on credit analysis, portfolio management, risk and compliance, while supporting senior management and board-level decisions. Previously with Consolidated Bank Kenya, Elizabeth is recognized for her integrity, analytical expertise, and leadership in driving growth, strengthening risk controls, and mentoring high-performing teams.
