Daniel Yu is an accomplished entrepreneur and nonprofit leader currently serving as a Board Director at Malengo, a nonprofit dedicated to facilitating higher education and apprenticeships for students from low-income countries through a structured support model. As the Founder and CEO of Wasoko, Daniel is transforming the informal retail sector across Africa by providing a platform for shops to order goods via SMS or mobile app, complemented by same-day delivery and financing options. Daniel is also a Pledger with Founders Pledge, committing to allocate 70% of future earnings from Wasoko to effective philanthropy, and has been recognized as an Endeavor Entrepreneur, gaining access to a global network aimed at amplifying business impact. Previously, Daniel served as a Faculty Coach at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where instruction focused on application development for MBA students. Daniel is presently on leave from the University of Chicago, pursuing studies in International Studies and Near Eastern Languages.
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