Phiona N. Bukulu

Phiona N. Bukulu is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in technology and mentorship. Currently serving as a Consultant - Lead Coordinator at the International Trade Centre and as a Mentor & Coach for the Mastercard Foundation Enrichment Program, Phiona oversees five Mentees from Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana, and Uganda. As the Founder & Executive Director of Novus Innovation Initiative, Phiona has demonstrated leadership within the tech industry, previously holding positions such as Regional Leader for Africa & Middle East at AnitaB.org and Graduate Researcher at Università di Trento. Phiona's background includes various roles in engineering and innovation, firmly rooted in a strong educational foundation that features an MSC in Information and Communication Engineering from Università di Trento and certifications in data science and telecommunications.