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About our team

We are a team of experienced entrepreneurs, operators and investors reimagining how we invest in and support Founders in Africa. We have been building innovative companies on the continent for a combined 60+ years and love rolling up our sleeves to help Founders grow their ventures from idea to pan-African scale.

A diverse, innovative and hard working team...

We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not just valued but celebrated. Our team is driven by a collective passion for unlocking Africa's potential and addressing global challenges.

Meet the Team

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Lyndsay Holley Handler

Founder & Managing Partner

Elana Laichena

Kenya Managing Director

Tyler Karahalios

Chief of Staff

Sidee Dlamini

Chief Ecosystem & Partnerships Officer

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Venture Partner

Micheline Ntiru

Venture Support Partner

Global professional with experience in five continents

Kanini Mutooni

Venture Partner

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Bankole Cardoso

Managing Director - West Africa

With a strategic focus on empowering emerging markets, Bankole plays a pivotal role in shaping Delta 40’s growth initiatives and enhancing its influence in Nigeria’s venture landscape.

Brian Warshawsky

Venture Partner, Energy

Prithika Mohan

Program & Product Design Manager

Venture Partner

Senior Venture Support Manager

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Abel Kayakih

Partnerships & Engagement Lead

Cynthia Muhia

People and Talent Operations Associate

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Eric Njoroge

Associate, Venture Support

Helidah's attention to detail is unparalleled, and she is the go-to person for turning chaos into organized success

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Sean Karanja

Venture Support Associate

Christine Muiru

Studio Operations Analyst

Christine believes that a team that plays together, excels together

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Kanyinsola Ojeshina

Strategic Communications Manager

With Payan, team meetings turn into a strategic concerts where ideas harmonize and deadlines become the tempo

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Janice Dibia

Venture Support Associate, Nigeria

Our board

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Ada Osakwe

Board Chair

Laurie Spengler

Board Member

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Board Member

Where we are...

Our offices in Nairobi, Kenya

A dynamic hub for creative minds, entrepreneurs, ecosystem builders, and impact investors.

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