About our team

Delta40 is a team of experienced entrepreneurs, operators and investors. We have been building innovative companies in Africa for a combined 60+ years and love rolling up our sleeves to really help Founders grow their venture 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

Lyndsay Holley Handler

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Founder & Managing Partner

Working with Lyndsay means embracing a fast-paced, action-packed journey where efficiency meets exhilaration.

Elana Laichena

Portfolio Director

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Elana's leadership inspires the team to embrace innovation and welcome change with enthusiasm.

Helidah Wagude

Business Analyst/EA

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

Sidee Dlamini

Talent & Strategic Partnerships Director

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With Sidee, work isn't a routine; it's an ongoing parade of creativity where every idea gets its own float.

Tyler Karahalios

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Chief of Staff

Tyler's enthusiasm for recognizing achievements creates a positive and rewarding work environment

Cynthia Muhia

People and Talent Operations Associate

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Thia ís known for her positive energy and can-do attitude

Payan Ole-MoiYoi

Product & Industrial Design Director

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

Kanini Mutooni

Venture Partner

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Experienced Board member with a demonstrated leadership skills with an results focussed mindset with Global executive level experience gained in the financial services sector and non-profit sector.

Christine Muiru

Studio Operations Analyst

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Christine believes that a team that plays together, excels together

Sam Mbugua

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Venture Support Associate

An investment professional with over 7 years of experience in corporate finance, management consulting, investment analysis, capital markets research, strategy, and project management within Sub-Saharan Africa.

Micheline Ntiru

Post Investment Director

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Global professional with experience in five continents

Brian Warshawsky

Venture Partner, Energy

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Versatile engineering and business professional with 20+ years experience in product development and global operations for technology businesses.

Juliana Green

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Venture Partner

Juliana's experiences range from diligence, sourcing, and investment strategy, to board level decision making and advisory activities.

Nick Quintong

Chief commercial officer and portfolio director

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Our board

Ada Osakwe

Board Chair

Laurie Spengler

Board Member

Our advisors

Our board

We bring >100 Years of Founder, Operator, and Investor experience in Africa to select, scale, and exit the best opportunities and the team is growing in 2024