Alvin Chole
Project Manager
Sote Information and Communication Technology Limited
Mombasa, Kenya
Seasoned Program Manager with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability. Expert in strategic leadership and stakeholder engagement.
About me
A Program Manager with over 13 years of experience leading teams in diverse national and international projects, focused on entrepreneurship, innovation, and environmental sustainability.
🌱 My mission is to lead impactful initiatives and drive organizational success through strategic program management, fostering innovation, and cultivating collaborative relationships, all while delivering exceptional results that positively impact stakeholders and advance our mission
💼 Key Competencies:
- 💰 Fundraising & Resource Mobilization
- 🔄 Change Management & Decision-Making
- 🧩 Problem-Solving & Risk Management
- 🌟 Visionary Leadership & Strategy Development
- 🤝 Stakeholder & Donor Management
🔍 Additionally, I'm a leadership and career coach, supporting individuals in unlocking their potential and achieving their professional goals. I am also a seasoned MC, specifically for corporate events.
🎯 Previously, I was a Director at a Compassion International assisted project, leading a team dedicated to mentoring young adults toward responsible adulthood through career and entrepreneurship development.
💡 I excel in community engagement, particularly in empowering youth and women through business and life skills training.
🌍 Beyond work, I'm a curious traveller, exploring new horizons, and I find joy in capturing moments through music and photography.
My organisation
Sote Hub is a leading Entrepreneur Support Organisation (ESO) and a strong voice in the Blue Economy sector in Kenya and East Africa. Based at the Kenyan Coast, Mombasa, our mission is to grow a viable pipeline of ocean startups into industry leaders. Over the last three years, we have worked with and supported over 300 high-value startups who today are thriving in the Blue Economy, climate and the digital space. Our approach includes business incubation and acceleration, guiding startups from ideation to market. Our team fosters a culture of constant innovation, connecting startups with mentors, investors and market with a success rate of 70%. Through strategic partnerships with governments, international organizations, and donors, we amplify our reach, contributing significantly to the growth and sustainability of ocean-related initiatives in the wider Eastern Africa region.
Speaker sessions (1)
Thursday, 3 October 2024
14:30 - 16:30