The global deep tech ecosystem has a new champion as Remy Chukwunyere has been officially appointed a Deep Tech MEA Ambassador, representing the rapidly growing innovation landscape across the Middle East and Africa (MEA).
In this role, Chukwunyere will connect visionary deep tech founders, investors, corporates, and policymakers, creating opportunities that accelerate transformative technologies in areas such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, climate tech, and advanced engineering.
In this role, Chukwunyere will connect visionary deep tech founders, investors, corporates, and policymakers, creating opportunities that accelerate transformative technologies in areas such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, climate tech, and advanced engineering.
“I am deeply honored to serve as a Deep Tech MEA Ambassador,” said Chukwunyere. “MEA is home to extraordinary talent and bold ideas. My mission is to shine a global spotlight on the region’s deep tech potential, foster cross-border partnerships, and ensure that innovative founders can scale and compete on the world stage.”
As a startups mentor and leadership coach, Remy Chukwunyere brings a wealth of experience in guiding entrepreneurs and executives. His appointment reflects both his dedication to the ecosystem and his unique ability to bridge MENA startups with international investors, corporates, and innovation hubs.
The Deep Tech Ambassador program is designed to empower leaders who can amplify innovation ecosystems, foster collaboration, and accelerate global impact. Ambassadors act as ecosystem connectors, driving initiatives that open doors for startups to grow beyond borders.
Through this role, Chukwunyere will:
1) Facilitate cross-border investment and partnerships.
2) Support deep tech founders in becoming investor-ready and scalable.
3) Advocate for greater global recognition of MEA innovation.
This appointment underscores the momentum building across the MEA deep tech ecosystem and signals a bright future for entrepreneurs seeking to shape industries and solve global challenges.
About Remy Chukwunyere, EMBA…
Remy Chukwunyere is a seasoned startups mentor, leadership coach, and ecosystem builder dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and corporate leaders.
He is currently the Executive Director of the Ugwumba Leadership Center, where he has supported the birth of over 7,000 SMEs in Nigeria and has built a community of over 20,000 young entrepreneurs across Africa.
With a focus on innovation, strategy, and growth, he has supported founders and executives across multiple industries in building sustainable, high-impact ventures.
