Tech Entrepreneur
Derrydean
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Derrydean is an accomplished technology entrepreneur with a knack for creating smarter and enriching life experiences for people and society.
- Born in Takoradi, Ghana
- Experience 20+ Years
- Date of Birth 14th June
Biography
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Derry is a seasoned technology entrepreneur, digital transformation consultant and policy advisor. Over the last fifteen years, he has come to be respected as an authoritative leader and visionary in the technology and fintech space.
He co-founded DreamOval Limited, one of Ghana’s earliest and now more established Tech startups, in 2007, fresh out of Ashesi University.
As the company’s CEO, Derry led DreamOval’s growth and transformation, culminating in expanding into multiple countries.
After his tenure as CEO of Dreamoval, he was appointed CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Technology. He brought his commitment to helping the technology ecosystem to evolve a robust and viable tech market for players to bear while also turning his focus to impacting government institutions and policy frameworks.
In that role, he also served on several critical committees to build and implement robust policies that guide the Ghanaian technology and payments ecosystem across varied sectors.
After his term as CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Technology, he continues to serve in consultancy and directorship roles with organisations dedicated to this vision, where he brings his passion and expertise in Innovation, Digital Transformation, Fintech, Social Design, and People Development to bear.
Derry has come to be recognised as a keen believer that technology innovation is the optimal pathway to Africa’s transformation and as someone dedicated to driving that vision forward.
True to his problem-solving predisposition, Derry has recently founded and runs The Heritors People (THP) LLC, an ethical, people-driven Consulting, Business Growth (BG) and Project Delivery provider that focuses on the Digital Economy and Africa's transformation. Additionally, he founded Heritors Labs LLC, a game-changing product development house, software engineering enclave, research centre and innovation services hub.
A keen inclination for creating smarter and more enriching life experiences for society conitues to guide his drive for African innovation and economic development.
Resume
Renowned entrepreneur and results-driven professional with over 20+ years of experience in the field of Technology. Proven ability to lead teams, develop strategic plans and drive revenue growth. Strong analytical skills and experience in data analysis and financial modeling.
EXPERTISE
Innovation & Digital Transformation
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Software Engineering
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FinTech
100%
Social Design
100%
People Development
100%
Artificial Intelligence
100%
Digital Skills Training
100%
Agile Methodology
100%
Cyber Security and Data Protection
100%
Services
Software Engineering Consulting
Innovation & Digital Transformation Consulting
FinTech Advisory & Consulting
Qualification
Jan. 2022
Fintech Foundation Program Flex
International Finance Corporation (World Bank Group) & Alipay
2018
Stanford GSB Seed Program Certificate in Business Transformation
Stanford Graduate School of Business
2003 - 2007
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Ashesi University
Awards
2021
NEXTi2i Impact Award
Ashesi Venture Incubator, MITD-Lab and USAID, 2021
2016
Discovery of the Year
EMY Africa Awards
2015
Young ICT Entrepreneur of the Year 2015
Ghana Telecom Awards
2014
Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year 2013
Entrepreneur Foundation of Ghana, April 2014
2013
Google Innovation Hero
Google Ghana, Ministry of Trade and Industry, Accra, Ghana, May 2013
2012
National Youth Achievement Awards
Gold Award for Innovation in ICT, Accra, Ghana, November 2012
2011
Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2011
WAVES International, April 2011
Experience
2019 - Present
Heritors Labs LTD, The Heritors People LTD
Founder & CEO
2021 - Present
The STIRS Collaborative
Board Member, Executive Director
2007 - 2018
DreamOval LTD
Co-Founder, Immediate-Past CEO
Ghana National AI Strategy– GIZ/MOCD
Consultant
Ghana Digital Innovation Week– GIZ/MOCD/MESTI
Strategic Facilitator
New Economy Booster
Consultant and Entrepreneur-In-Residence
German Development Cooperation (Giz)
Consultant, Covid-19 Response for Start-Ups
Ghana Cashlite Roadmap Implementation– UNCDF/BTCA Engagement
Consultant
Policy Engagements & Advisory
- Member, Steering Committee for the development of the Ghana Digital Roadmap Strategy at the Ministry of Communications
- Member of External Stakeholder Advisory Group, contributing to the development of Ghana’s Digital Currency(e-Cedi)
- Chair of the Technology Track (Sub Committee) implementing the Financial Trust Corridor between the Government of Ghana and the Government of Singapore through Bank of Ghana (Ghana) and Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), respectively.
- Consulted on the development of US$ 21,906,000.00, 2021 COMPACT FOR POST-COVID TRANSFORMATION between the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation under the Ghana COVID-19 Alleviation and Revitalisation of Enterprises
- Support Ghana Covid-19 Alleviation and Revitalization of Enterprises Support (GhanaCARES) ‘Obaatan pa’ programme
- Member, Bank of Ghana-assembled team that developed the Ghana Payment Systems Strategy and the Guideline for Electronic Payment Channels, 2019
- Private-sector member of a four-member team that Developed the Ghana Integrated Digital Transformation Blueprint, 2020, an over 1.2 billion Dollar Digital Transformation Programme of activities envisioned to make Ghana a frontrunner digital economy in Africa.
- Led engagement with the BoG on the development of the Bank of Ghana Licensing Regime for Payment Services Providers as CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Technology, 2020
- Member, Payment Systems Advisory Committee, Chaired by the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, 2020-January 2021
- Consultant, Digital and Organization Transformation, Ghana National Service Scheme (NSS), October 2018- October 2019
- Member, National Advisory Council, The Smart Campaign, Jan 2017 to 2019
- Member, Working Group, Ghana Digital Roadmap, Ministry of Communications
Featured Slides
The following slides represent a selection of some of Derrydean's most notable presentations on the topic of how technology transformation impacts business. Each presentation delves into a specific aspect of this complex and ever-evolving field, providing valuable insights and strategies for businesses looking to stay competitive in today's fast-paced and technology-driven world.
Overall, these presentations aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of the impact of technology transformation on business and the various industries. They provide valuable insights and strategies for businesses looking to stay competitive and stay ahead of the curve in today's fast-paced and technology-driven world.
Video Library
Featured Videos
11 Videos
Latest Blog
Welcome to my Blog, a digital destination where you will find a diverse collection of articles and resources on a wide range of topics that are designed to inform, educate, and entertain. Whether you are a business professional, a technology enthusiast, a leader in your field, or a sports fan, you will find something here that will pique your interest and expand your knowledge.
Business, Everything
April 19, 2013
April 19, 2013
This post is a re-posting of an update on Facebook by Bright Simons one of the very few and limited personalities I respect and…
Business
March 10, 2012
March 10, 2012
For the past weeks I have been pondering about the issue of unemployment. I have been thinking about recent statements…
Business
September 22, 2011
September 22, 2011
The latter part of the 20th century saw persons under the age of 25 years affecting their world revolutionarily through…
Clients
The following businesses, companies and organizations are just a few of the notable clients that Derrydean has had the privilege of working with. Each of these clients represents a diverse range of industries and has unique needs, but they all share a common goal: to achieve success through the use of technology and digital solutions.
Get In Touch
engage@derrydean.com
Email
20 Dr Tagoe Ave,
East Legon, Accra, Ghana
East Legon, Accra, Ghana
Office Address