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About our team

Delta40 is a team of experienced entrepreneurs, operators and investors reimagining how we invest in and support entrepreneurs in Africa. 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

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Lyndsay Holley Handler

Founder & Managing Partner

Elana Laichena

Portfolio Director

Sidee Dlamini

Talent & Strategic Partnerships Director

Kanini Mutooni

Venture Partner

Nick Quintong

Chief Commercial Officer and Portfolio Director

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Bankole Cardoso

Managing Director- Nigeria

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.

Tyler Karahalios

Chief of Staff

Micheline Ntiru

Post Investment Director

Global professional with experience in five continents

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Payan Ole-MoiYoi

Product & Industrial Design Director

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Venture Partner

Venture Partner

Brian Warshawsky

Venture Partner, Energy

Venture Support Manager

Cynthia Muhia

People and Talent Operations Associate

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Abel Kayakih

Partnerships & Engagement Lead

Prithika Mohan

Program & Product Design Manager

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Sean Karanja

Venture Support Associate

Christine Muiru

Studio Operations Analyst

Christine believes that a team that plays together, excels together

Helidah Wagude

Business Analyst/EA

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

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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

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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