Origin
In the summer of 2015, a group of individuals found that they all shared a passion to contribute to the economic growth of African countries through the development and diversification of its private sectors. With this passion in mind, they formed Gritcube: a mission-driven organization that accelerates startups in Africa at low cost.
Founders
Jessica Shen
Marketing
U.C. Berkeley alumni with a background in Digital Marketing, Jessica is passionate about using the power of technology to create productive relationships, expand capacity, and increase learning and information.
Jay Chikobe
Business Development & Finance
Business development consultant with a background in startup enterprise, Jay is passionate about spreading an innovative and scale-able approach to incubation in Africa.
Jennifer Shen
President
Duke Alumni with a background in interdisciplinary social science research, Jennifer is passionate about the power of locally-founded startups to increase income and employment in Africa.
Indiana Baseden
Programs
Development professional with a background in environment & development, Indiana is passionate about working with inspiring, young entrepreneurs who are eager to change the business landscape in Zambia.
Get Involved
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