Our Team
Empowering Africa’s next generation of leaders through passion, innovation, and purpose.
Leadership
​NexoAfrica's leadership comprises professionals from diverse sectors, including finance, law, technology, business, and public policy. Their combined experience strengthens our mission to uplift the African diaspora and build a connected, global community of changemakers. Grounded in collaboration and a pursuit of excellence, they lead bold, purpose-driven efforts that create lasting impact.
Our Leaders
Mary Abodo
President/Founder, NexoAfrica
Mary Abodo is the President and Founder of NexoAfrica, a global movement empowering diverse professionals. A Towson University graduate in Finance, she exemplifies resilience and visionary leadership. Through NexoAfrica, she champions global collaboration and the transformative power of the African diaspora.
Sewa Gunn, M.A
Vice President, NexoAfrica
Sewa Gunn is the founder of Gunn Federal Consulting Firm and a law student at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, specializing in Global Business Law. He serves as an in-house Paralegal at the CFP Board, a national leader in financial regulation. Previously, he managed high-profile sports immigration cases for Major League Soccer, including visa work for Gareth Bale and Lionel Messi.
Laura Ague
Board Member, NexoAfrica
Ms. Ague, a Cybersecurity Compliance Manager from Lomé, Togo, specializes in risk management and organizational security. She mentors aspiring IT professionals and empowers young women to reach their potential. A visionary creative, she brings ideas to life through storytelling and leadership.​
Kwaku Ampadu
Board Member, NexoAfrica
Mr. Ampadu, a Bronx native and graduate of Temple University’s Fox School of Business, is a Senior Healthcare Systems Engineer at Epic. He specializes in optimizing healthcare operations nationwide through the design, implementation, and training of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems that improve efficiency, patient outcomes, and provider performance.
Josh Greene
Board Member, NexoAfrica
Mr. Greene is a Commercial Real Estate Development Associate, bringing a strong foundation in financial analysis and property underwriting to complex development projects. A Brown University economics graduate and Atlanta native, he remains deeply committed to mentorship and community engagement.
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