About Us
We are a diverse team of scientists,
engineers, and entrepreneurs with deep expertise in technology development, techno-economic analysis, business innovation, and supply chain optimization
Our Team
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Shashi Buluswar
Founder & Co-CEO
Shashi Buluswar is the founder of the Institute for Transformative Technologies. A scientist with a PhD in Artificial Intelligence, he has a long and distinguished track record in social entrepreneurship, academics and the corporate world.
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Sanjay Khazanchi
Vice President
As Vice President at ITT, Sanjay brings in a decade of experience in the space of renewable energy and off-grid rural electrification and supply chain management.
Jeff Rueppel
Programs Lead
Jeff comes to ITT with over 15 years experience in technical program management, product evangelism, leading operating processes across the technology, globalization, and non-profit domains.
Ijeoma Anyigbo
Oxygen Hub | West Africa Regional Manager
Ijeoma provides country support to ITT’s oxygen infrastructure work in Nigeria
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Christopher Okoye
Oxygen Hub | Nigeria Sales Associate
Christopher Okoye is the Sales manager for Oxygen Hub. He is a pharmacist with over 10 years of experience in Healthcare services, Pharma Sales, Key Account Management and Business development.
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Noha El-Ghobashy
Co-CEO
A mechanical engineer by training, Noha is an inventor, founder and venture builder, and award-winning leader recognized for her impact in engineering and innovation.
Victor Maina
Oxygen Hub | CEO
Victor Maina is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in supply chain management, logistics, and health systems across Africa. He has a proven track record of driving operational excellence and accelerating business growth in emerging markets.
Payan Ole-MoiYoi
Senior Product Designer & Engineer
Payan has over 20 years of experience in engineering and product development in the US and Africa in the development and private sectors, with expertise in Agriculture, Energy, and Sanitation.
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Harun Asefa
Oxygen Hub | Technology and Data Analytics Manager
Harun is Special Project Manager for Oxygen Hub. He is an experienced project manager and technology professional with a passion for success.
Kalkidan Tsegaye
Oxygen Hub | Ethiopia Country Manager
Kalkidan is a highly skilled and accomplished professional with over 5 years of diverse experience in the healthcare and technology industries, with a specific focus on women’s health.
Karuna Dookan
Oxygen Hub | Administrative Coordinator
Ms Karuna Dookhan is the Administrative Coordinator at Oxygen Hub Ltd.
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Roger Sathre
Chief Scientist
As Chief Scientist at the Institute for Transformative Technologies, Roger is responsible for ensuring the scientific rigor of the technology pipeline.
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Ratana Ismail
Director of Finance & Operations
Ratana is Finance and Operations Director, bringing over 10 years experience in corporate accounting and finance.
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Leyou Tameru
Oxygen Hub | Legal and Compliance Officer
Leyou Tameru is Oxygen Hub’s Legal Advisor. She is an independent arbitrator and expert in Africa focused international Arbitration. She advises governments and international government organizations on investment and policy matters
Etse-Hiwot Girma
Oxygen Hub | East Africa Regional Manager
Etse provides country support to ITT’s oxygen infrastructure work in Ethiopia
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Henry Aniago
Oxygen Hub | Nigeria Sales Associate
Henry Aniago has 10 years of sales experience in the pharmaceutical industry. He is currently the Sales Associate for Oxygen Hub in the North-West region of Nigeria. Prior to joining Oxygen Hub, Henry worked as a Sales Associate in Sevier pharmaceutical and as a territory manager in Shelf Life Nigeria.
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Faizal Soobhany
Finance Manager
Faizal Soobhany FCCA, overseas the finance function. With over 20 years of experience in financial management, reporting, compliance, and the implementation of internal controls across various industries, Faizal brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team.
Olatunji Ayimora
Oxygen Hub | Maintenance Lead
Olatunji comes with two decades of experience in production and maintenance operation management.
Our Board & Advisors
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Ursula Wynhoven
Board of Directors
Ursula Wynhoven is an international lawyer with more than 25 years of experience. She works at the intersection of technology and sustainable development as the ITU’s Representative to the United Nations in New York.
Board of Directors
Charlene has 20 years of global experience across tech, non-profits, and Fortune 500s. She’s co-founded impact ventures, led operations, and now heads a foundation focused on African development. With deep expertise in strategy and systems, she empowers organizations for social impact. She holds degrees from UC Berkeley and Duke.
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Karen Oppenheimer
Board of Directors
Karen is a strategy and operations adviser for philanthropic, social enterprise and nonprofit organizations, currently focusing on climate action and the COVID-19 pandemic response. She is currently an angel investor in social enterprises in emerging markets and serves on multiple nonprofit organization boards.
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Madji Sock
President Haskè Ventures
Oxygen Hub | Board
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Amod Kher
CEO Skalar Analytical B.V.
Oxygen Hub | Board
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Nnamdi Agbim
CEO Interkel Networks
Oxygen Hub | Board