Nadia Mannell

Nadia Mannell is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in education, investment, and business development. Currently serving as the Director of the Cardano Academy at the Cardano Foundation since February 2023, Nadia focuses on empowering future digital architects. As Chief Strategy Officer and Board Member of Women in Tech, Nadia advocates for gender equality in STEM across 45 countries. Additionally, as a Founding Partner at Seed South Capital, Nadia addresses the early-stage investment gap in South Africa. In various angel investing roles, including at Nabta Health and Twodots, Nadia supports innovative healthcare and tech solutions for women. Previously, Nadia held leadership positions at Vitality and Meltwater, where contributions to investor relations, sales growth, and market strategies led to significant business advancements. Nadia holds a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations from Nelson Mandela University and is pursuing further education at INSEAD.