Inlaks Names New Leader to Fuel Growth and Innovation – International Edition (English)
Inlaks, a prominent systems integrator and ICT service provider across sub-Saharan Africa, named Charles Ifedi as the new CEO for African operations, according to an announcement from the company on Monday.
He takes over from Interim CEO Henry Okolo, who goes back to his previous position at Inlaks as a board director.
With more than 25 years of international expertise, Charles has established himself as a skilled business leader, tech advisor, and startup founder, focusing on propelling financial technology advancements and implementing groundbreaking digital strategies.
The company said Charles is widely recognised as a pioneer in the fintech and digital payments industry.
The newly appointed CEO was one of the founders of Interswitch, which is Africa’s top private firm for electronic transactions and payment processing. He also spearheaded Verve International at its inception, guiding it to become the dominant player in card payments across the continent.
He is likewise the creator of eBanqo, an artificial intelligence conversation firm that is transforming how customers interact and receive support.
On his appointment, Inlaks Chairman Mohammed Hayatudeen stated, "We are delighted to announce Charles Ifedi as our new Chief Executive Officer. He brings a strong history of developing and expanding tech-focused companies, along with deep industry knowledge, which matches exactly what we envision for progress and creativity at our company."
In addition to his success as an entrepreneur, Charles has also taken on key strategic positions at companies like American Express, PwC, and Accenture. His expertise covers various regions including Africa, Europe, and the United States.
His proficiency in fintech, digital transformation, and business strategy equips him to guide Inlaks through its subsequent stage of growth and innovation.
Expressing his thoughts on the new role, Charles Ifedi commented, "I am thrilled to become part of Inlaks during this crucial period. The firm is ideally situated to advance considerably within the realms of finance and technology. I am eager to collaborate with the group to improve user interactions and generate enduring benefits for all our partners."
Charles has earned a First-Class Honours degree in Computer Science from the University of Ilorin, an MBA from Cranfield University in the UK, and a Doctorate in Business Administration from Georgia State University in the US. With him at the helm, Inlaks aims to expedite its expansion plans, strengthen its market presence, and solidify its role as a frontrunner in the industry.
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