Emeka Akano

Led enterprise transformation for a Fortune 500 financial services client by designing a multi-product platform strategy that reduced operational inefficiencies by 30% while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Implemented Salesforce CRM solutions with compliance-aware modules, increasing user adoption by 40%.

Led a cross-functional team of 20 to design technology solutions that improved customer experiences by 35% annually while adhering to financial services regulations. Delivered platform ecosystem recommendations by aligning stakeholders across geographies and balancing regulatory requirements with business objectives.

Built an IoT payment product from concept to market launch in 6 months, leading a cross-functional team of 15 to achieve product-market fit. Designed a multi-stakeholder platform strategy connecting device manufacturers, payment processors, and end-users through a unified interoperability layer.

Built a 0-1 digital lending product processing $2M+ monthly transactions within 3 months, covering the end-to-end lifecycle from origination through distribution across B2B channels. Established KYC/AML compliance frameworks and integrated lending, payments, and credit scoring into a multi-product platform focused on interoperability and data integrity.

Founded and launched a digital payments platform from 0-1, building a B2C mobile application with a rewards engine serving thousands of users across Nigeria. Navigated Central Bank of Nigeria compliance requirements, built an interoperable payment network, and secured $200K pre-seed investment.

Facilitated strategic partnerships between the university and global energy conglomerates, securing multimillion-pound research projects through stakeholder alignment and clear vision communication. Managed internal and external stakeholders across technical, financial, and institutional requirements.

Directed product development projects from ideation to execution by collaborating with engineering teams to deliver technical solutions. Improved delivery timelines by 20% through process improvements and cross-functional coordination.

Completed an MSc in Sustainable & Renewable Energy Systems, focusing on systems optimization and efficiency frameworks.

Earned a BEng in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, providing a technical foundation in systems architecture and engineering principles.