Innovation Programmes

From hackathons to global innovation facilities tackling social and climate challenges

Experience and Approach

I support organisations to design and implement innovation programmes across Asia, Latin America, and Africa - ranging from hackathons and policy labs to large-scale innovation facilities supporting entrepreneurs and impact ventures from around the world

My work focuses on helping organisations structure innovation processes, build effective partnerships, and create programmes that generate tangible impact.

I bring more than a decade of experience working with public institutions, international organisations, and private sector partners on complex initiatives that connect policy, entrepreneurship, and sustainable economic development.

My focus areas

  • From internal idea competitions to global programs: I advise on the selection criteria, promotion mechanisms, funding structure, governance frameworks and other core aspects for a successful and strategic programme design.

  • Bringing innovative projects to scale requires rethinking strategy and organisation. I accompany projects and funds in their journey to scale across new sectors, markets or functional areas, and help to balance a clear strategic focus with flexible adaptation.

  • With a decade of experience in sustainable development, I advise projects on how to balance the social, environmental or climate impact goals with a sound business model. My specialisation are innovations based on digital technologies.

Recent clients and experiences

  • Modern building with multiple floors featuring curved architectural design and extensive green landscaping including grass, shrubs, and plants on each level.

    Green & Digital innovation facility

    To strengthen digital and green innovation ecosystems across Africa, the project designs a new funding facility addressing the gap in climate-positive, scalable tech solutions. My role focuses on aligning projects with sustainability goals and advising on digital business models and emerging tech trends.

  • Red and black striped modern sculpture against blue sky with sunlight and clouds.

    Alliance for AI-based innovation

    Public-private collaboration is key to reap the potentials of Artificial Intelligence technologies in East Africa. To strengthen regional AI capacities, I supported the design of the East African Community (EAC) AI Skills & Innovation Alliance—aimed at fostering cross-border collaboration in research, innovation, and policy. The alliance promotes integration of AI into higher education and stronger academia-industry linkages.

  • Interior of a library with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, wooden flooring, shelves with books, and tables with chairs for reading or studying, overlooking a green, tree-filled outdoor scene.

    University-Industry AI "Living Labs"

    Living Labs are an innovative approach for structured collaboration between universities and industry across Germany and Asia. Within the project, I advised on how they can be leveraged to serve as joint experimentation and learning environments where innovations can be tested, responsible AI practices applied, and curricula aligned with labor-market needs. The approach strengthens international innovation partnerships while supporting inclusive participation, knowledge transfer, and talent and education mobility.

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