Mathew Rym
@mathewrym
Founder building AI-powered operational intelligence systems for African enterprises.
What I'm looking for
I’m a founder building AI-powered operational intelligence systems for African enterprises, focused on efficiency, sustainability, and scalable growth. I’m the CEO of Foodvrse Limited behind Dishii, where I help businesses streamline procurement and improve profitability.
At Dishii, I lead product and execution—recognised by 500 Global and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for potential economic and environmental impact across Africa. I drive measurable outcomes, including a 30% decrease in overall waste production through food waste reduction strategies.
I also build for real-world operations: I’ve partnered with food rescue organizations to divert an estimated 10 tons of food from landfills annually and reduced food waste by 25% via streamlined processes and employee training. I enjoy turning complex operational needs into systems people can adopt and trust.
Before leading these efforts, I strengthened my technical and operational foundation through roles spanning data quality, IT support, and PLC automation. I bring a hands-on mindset—combining data analysis, software engineering, and collaborative leadership to deliver solutions that improve how enterprises operate.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Leads Dishii, an AI platform focused on streamlining procurement, optimizing operations, and improving profitability for businesses.
Innovating for a Sustainable Future in reduction of food wastage, To us "surplus is a plus".
- Actively Implementing innovative food waste reduction strategies in collaboration with local businesses, resulting in a 30% decrease in overall waste production.
-Spearheading community outreach programs to educate residents on the importance of composting and proper food storage, leading to a significa
Development of the Foodvrse Marketplace webapp
Innovating technologically for peaceful and secure communities.
-Established and managing a successful CCTV surveillance company in Home and business security, overseeing all aspects of business operations and strategic planning.
- Develop and implement commercial strategies according to company goals and objectives aiming to accelerate growth
- Conduct market research and analysis to create deta
Performed high-quality data annotation, classification, and validation for AI and ML pipelines across text, image, and audio datasets for enterprise clients. Conducted rigorous quality assurance to ensure data accuracy and consistency across large-scale annotation pipelines, supporting scalable AI model development.
Designed, deployed, and optimised PLC automation programs and control systems for industrial manufacturing, improving process reliability and throughput. Applied data analysis tools to identify root causes of equipment failures, achieving a 30% reduction in maintenance costs and a 15% reduction in machine breakdowns. Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams to implement system upgrades
Resolved technical issues across 20+ computers, networks, and hardware systems, improving overall system efficiency by 70% and reducing downtime by 45%. Managed software deployments, network installations, CCTV configuration, and wireless device setup across the organisation.
IT Support Engineer
Mission Aviation Fellowship
Nov 2018 - Feb 2019 (3 months)
Resolved technical issues across 20+ computers, networks, and hardware systems, and managed software deployments, network installations, CCTV configuration, and wireless device setup.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
St. Paul's University
Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Computer Science
-Strong foundation in algorithms, data structures, databases, and software engineering.
-Skilled in system design, cloud computing, and data management.
-5+ years of software engineering experience in foodtech, SaaS, and sustainability.
-Built and deployed scalable web and mobile applications with cloud integration.
-Proven ability to design, implement, and optimize impactful software solutions.
African Leadership Experience
Data Analytics
Developed skills in database management, data visualization, and problem-solving while working on collaborative projects. Applied analytical techniques to interpret datasets, generate actionable insights, and support decision-making. Strengthened teamwork abilities by coordinating with diverse peers to meet project goals and deadlines.
Technical Tools & Skills:
Programming & Analysis: Python (Pan
Moringa School
Computer Software Engineering
As a Team Lead at Moringa, I led the development of a School Management Platform, managing the full software lifecycle from ideation to delivery. I utilized Notion for project dashboards and documentation, Slack for real-time coordination, Google Workspace for collaborative planning, Airtable to track deadlines and feature requests, Git for version control, Figma for UI/UX design reviews, and Miro
Strathmore University
CIPIT's Data Protection Course, Data Protection
IPIT's Data Protection Course provides comprehensive training on data privacy laws and regulations, focusing on compliance, best practices, and the implications of data protection in various sectors. Participants gain essential knowledge to navigate legal frameworks, implement effective data management strategies, and safeguard personal information in their organizations.
Ambrose University
Certificate, Organizational Leadership
Jaffray Centre for global initiatives
(Servant Leadership)
African Leadership, Inc.
Data Analytics
SQL, data analysis, business intelligence, data visualisation, and analytical storytelling for business decision-making.
Strathmore University
Data Protection Certificate
Kenya Data Protection Act compliance, data governance frameworks, and ethical data handling.
African Management Institute
Development Studies
Business strategy, financial planning, operational leadership, and process optimisation for high-growth organisations.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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