Robyne Pfende

Robyne Pfende is an accomplished professional currently serving as the Director of Programming Digital Transformation at Mastercard Foundation, a position held since June 2025. Simultaneously, Robyne has been an Assessor for GetSmarter since February 2022, providing expertise for MIT Sloan courses related to digital transformation and artificial intelligence. Prior experience includes significant leadership roles at The Coca-Cola Company as Senior Director of Tech Products for Africa and Global Head of Tech PMO at Mastercard Foundation. Additional past experiences encompass key positions at Pernod Ricard, The HEINEKEN Company, Mars, Unilever, and Derivco, focusing on project management, technology, and business strategy. Robyne's educational background includes ongoing studies for a Master of Philosophy at GIBS Business School and degrees in commerce from the University of Cape Town.