Bernard Banta

Bernard Banta has a diverse work experience in the technology industry. Bernard co-founded and served as the CTO of Finplus Group, a FinTech company focused on automating financial processes for MFI's and banks. As the CEO and co-founder of Banta Technologies, they were responsible for strategy, talent management, and business development. Additionally, Bernard worked as a software engineer at Kopo Kopo Inc, a technology company digitizing payment data for SMEs in emerging markets. Bernard also contributed as a co-founder and developer for various projects, including Nairuby, Habari, and Epuka. Furthermore, Bernard gained experience as a contributing author for Software Developer's Journal and served as a senior student developer and facilitator at Startup Supply, Co. Bernard started their career as a software engineering intern at Appfolks, Inc. Overall, Bernard has a strong background in software development, entrepreneurship, and leadership roles.

Bernard Banta holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Nairobi, which they earned between 2009 and 2013. In 2012, they also completed a short course in IT/Computer Science at Seven Seas. Prior to their university education, Bernard attended Memon High School from 2005 to 2008 for their O-Levels and KCSE. Furthermore, they completed their primary education at Jaffery Primary School from 1998 to 2004, obtaining their KCPE certification. In addition to their formal education, Bernard received certification in "Master The Accounting Basics - The Four-Week MBA" from Udemy in August 2019.