Nyimbi ODERO
Chief Information Officer
Nyimbi Odero is a distinguished leader in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector, with extensive experience spanning both public and private domains. In the private sector, Nyimbi served as the Head of West Africa at Google, where he spearheaded strategic initiatives to foster digital growth and innovation across the region. He also led Seme Research as Chief Executive Officer, driving cutting-edge technological research and development. As the Senior Vice President of Technical Product Management at Crossover, he oversaw the development and management of technical products, ensuring they aligned with market needs and maintained the highest quality standards.
In the public sector, Nyimbi has been a trusted advisor to governments and institutions. He served as Advisor on Innovation and Digitization to the Government of Kenya, providing strategic counsel to integrate innovative digital solutions into public services. As Chief Technology Officer for Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), he played a pivotal role in modernizing electoral processes by implementing secure and efficient technological systems. He also advised the Chief Justice of Kenya on adopting digital tools to improve judicial efficiency and accessibility and worked with the Ghana Judiciary and Police Service to develop ICT strategies that strengthened judicial and law enforcement frameworks.
Nyimbi's academic achievements include a Bachelor of Science in Theoretical Physics from the University of Nairobi, where he developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills. He furthered his expertise at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), earning an Advanced Certificate for Executives in Management, Innovation, and Technology and a Certificate in Technical Management, equipping him with advanced leadership and technical management capabilities.
In addition to his professional achievements, Nyimbi is a successful publisher, contributing valuable insights and knowledge to the field of ICT and its applications across various sectors. His career exemplifies a commitment to leveraging technology to drive progress and efficiency in both governmental and corporate settings. (location: Kenya)
In the public sector, Nyimbi has been a trusted advisor to governments and institutions. He served as Advisor on Innovation and Digitization to the Government of Kenya, providing strategic counsel to integrate innovative digital solutions into public services. As Chief Technology Officer for Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), he played a pivotal role in modernizing electoral processes by implementing secure and efficient technological systems. He also advised the Chief Justice of Kenya on adopting digital tools to improve judicial efficiency and accessibility and worked with the Ghana Judiciary and Police Service to develop ICT strategies that strengthened judicial and law enforcement frameworks.
Nyimbi's academic achievements include a Bachelor of Science in Theoretical Physics from the University of Nairobi, where he developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills. He furthered his expertise at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), earning an Advanced Certificate for Executives in Management, Innovation, and Technology and a Certificate in Technical Management, equipping him with advanced leadership and technical management capabilities.
In addition to his professional achievements, Nyimbi is a successful publisher, contributing valuable insights and knowledge to the field of ICT and its applications across various sectors. His career exemplifies a commitment to leveraging technology to drive progress and efficiency in both governmental and corporate settings. (location: Kenya)
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