Patrick Kamanu
@patrickkamanu
Driven operations and fintech specialist with 10+ years’ experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a driven operations and fintech specialist with over 10 years of experience in overseeing high-impact payment systems, regulatory compliance, and digital financial services. My career has been marked by significant achievements, including improving customer acquisition by 30% and reducing operational costs by 25%. I have successfully managed remote and cross-border operations within fintech firms, banks, and blockchain-based startups, demonstrating my ability to adapt and thrive in dynamic environments.
As an independent consultant, I have guided blockchain remittance companies in reducing transaction costs and have designed compliance frameworks for early-stage fintech startups. My role as Operations Manager at Yellow Card Inc. allowed me to launch a flagship remittance product and enhance customer experiences through workflow redesign. I am passionate about leveraging my skills in payment systems and compliance to drive growth and innovation in the fintech sector.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Independent Consultant
Self-Employed
Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Guided a blockchain remittance company to reduce transaction costs by 18% through the implementation of stablecoin-based payment rails. Delivered operational consulting virtually across multiple African markets, supporting fintech clients in regulatory transitions.
Operations Manager
Yellow Card Inc.
Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 3 months)
Increased the customer base by 30% in six months by redesigning user experience workflows and removing friction in payment operations. Remotely managed cross-border operations and compliance reviews across multiple African regions, ensuring continuity and coordination.
Deputy Manager
Oriental Bank Ltd.
Mar 2016 - Present (9 years 4 months)
Delivered core banking system migration within a 10-month timeline by leading process mapping, stakeholder alignment and post-launch stabilization. Acted as the official bank representative to the Kenya SWIFT ISO 20022 Working Group, contributing to national standardization efforts.
Operations Officer
Diamond Trust Bank Kenya Ltd.
Nov 2012 - Present (12 years 8 months)
Streamlined customer application processing during receivership, resulting in an 8% increase in the customer base within a constrained regulatory environment. Resolved over 200 payment escalations by liaising with external service providers, ensuring seamless transaction processing and client satisfaction.
Education
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Middlesex University
BSc (Hons) Business Information Systems, Business Information Systems
Completed a Bachelor of Science with Honors in Business Information Systems. Gained comprehensive knowledge in the intersection of business and information technology.
University of Huddersfield
Diploma of Higher Education for Computing in Business, Computing in Business
Obtained a Diploma of Higher Education focusing on Computing in Business. Developed foundational skills in business-related computing applications and principles.
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