Agnes Nyamvula is a seasoned innovation and entrepreneurship expert with over 15 years of experience across academia, government, and the private sector. Deeply rooted in the start-up ecosystem, she has empowered entrepreneurs, innovators, and researchers through strategic support in business development, fundraising, market analysis, and more. She is passionate about leveraging entrepreneurship to foster youth employment and socio-economic growth in marginalized communities with experience across sub-Saharan Africa. Her work involves working with innovators, researchers, SMEs, industry partners bridging the finance gap whilst creating an enabling environment for growth of sustainable ventures. Currently serves as the Technical Lead for the Joint Innovation Facility (JIF) under the Africa-Europe Digital Innovation Bridge (AEDIB 2.0). Outside her career, she enjoys cooking, traveling and exploring different cultures. She also enjoys singing and the outdoors, which brings a balance to her personal and professional life.