Speaker Bio
Ernest Gavor is an EdTech strategist, startup ecosystem architect, and digital transformation advisor with over a decade of experience shaping innovation across Africa. He has designed and led accelerator and incubation programs supported by UKaid, Mastercard Foundation, DOHE Global, and GIZ, equipping hundreds of founders to scale ventures that drive inclusive growth.
As President of the ENGINE Business Network and a key advisor to the Ghana Society for Education Technology, Ernest supports national digital skills initiatives and policy advisory for education technology, cybersecurity, and ecosystem development.
Ernest’s work sits at the intersection of youth innovation, AI, and sovereign digital economies—helping governments, startups, and development partners leverage technology to expand access, strengthen resilience, and build trust in digital systems. A sought-after speaker at global forums, including Bett Global, the Africa Tech Festival, among others, Ernest champions Africa’s role as a co-creator of the global digital economy.