Salah Adan

Supported business development and growth at SafariBucks, a cross-border fintech wallet enabling African travelers and diaspora communities to transact seamlessly across borders. SafariBucks simplifies foreign exchange, allowing users to convert local currencies into USD or other major currencies at competitive rates and pay anywhere.

Established a nonprofit program to increase access to entrepreneurship education and innovation opportunities for youth in Africa.

Mentored 150+ young founders over four weeks, guiding them in building revenue-generating businesses from the ground up. Collaborated with instructors, mentors, and staff to create an engaging and impactful learning experience.

Launched AwardX Kenya, a national high school entrepreneurship pitch competition engaging students in innovative problem-solving and startup methodologies. Established partnerships with schools and ecosystem organizations, enhancing growth of entrepreneurial talent across Kenya.

• Analyzed client needs to recommend appropriate coverage options.
• Educated clients about insurance products and benefits.
• Processed policy applications and managed client accounts efficiently.
• Conducted regular follow-ups to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
• Collaborated with team members to enhance sales strategies and practices.
• Developed training materials for new agents on product knowledge.

Supported business development initiatives at Jasiri,

a technology platform that developed digital title and verification systems for electronic devices, enhancing trust and proof of ownership in second-hand marketplaces.

Expanded LaunchX programs in Africa by building school partnerships and shaping the ecosystem for teen entrepreneurship across the continent.

Oversaw curriculum logistics and daily operations for LaunchX's 2025 summer entrepreneurship programs, facilitating the delivery of academic and program support.

Led safety programs and compliance efforts, implementing training protocols that fostered a safety-first culture and aimed at reducing incidents.

Interviewed prospective students for LaunchX as part of the interviewing panel.

Led LaunchX's inaugural African pitch competition, engaging 60 schools and 300 students to foster entrepreneurial skills.

Developed community-driven growth strategies to increase awareness and adoption at NALA, a leading fintech platform in Africa.

Provided academic and program support for LaunchX’s summer entrepreneurship programs, handled curriculum logistics and daily operations.

Supported business development, market growth, and strategic outreach to enhance Dawati's presence in secondary education across Kenya.