Unleash Your Tech Potential
Caribbean
Tech Pioneers
Unleash Your Tech Potential
Caribbean
Tech Pioneers
The Caribbean Tech Pioneers offers a talent acceleration program devoted to fostering and empowering tech talent across the Caribbean region. Our platform connects aspiring tech professionals with an accomplished mentor community of over 40 individuals who have roots in the Caribbean and are either highly successful technology entrepreneurs or esteemed professionals from prominent institutions and organizations including:
As Caribbean natives thriving in fast-paced environments, we are well-equipped to guide and support the next generation of tech innovators.
Our purpose is to bridge the gap between local talent and global opportunities, ensuring that the Caribbean remains competitive in the rapidly evolving tech industry.
Our vision is to see a major tech company led by leaders from the Caribbean by 2035.
Boost career prospects through opportunities for advancement in the Caribbean and beyond.
Connect and collaborate with peers while working on tech projects and research.
Receive guidance from industry professionals to turn tech ideas into successful ventures.
Cultivate a tailored road map for transitioning into the world of tech.
A distinguished Caribbean scholar, Geoff holds degrees in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence from MIT and an MBA from Harvard. Since founding his first startup in 1988, he has established multiple successful tech companies, including the Caribbean's largest enterprise software firm. Residing in Silicon Valley, Geoff co-founded Caribbean Tech Pioneers in 2021.
Dr. Mark Moyou, a Senior Data Scientist at NVIDIA, has experience in diverse machine learning applications. With a Ph.D. in Systems Engineering and a background in Chemical Engineering, he actively engages with the tech community as host and producer of the Caribbean Tech Pioneers Podcast and the Southern Data Science Conference.
Dr. Nick Fuller, VP of Automation and Edge at IBM Research, brings over 20 years of experience in Semiconductors, Hybrid Cloud, and AI. He has had transformative impacts in AI-powered IT automation, edge computing, and CMOS technologies. Currently, he leads a team dedicated to integrating AI and foundation models into IBM's Automation and Edge portfolios.
Taurean, an ex-Innovation Lead at Accenture Labs and current Senior Technical Project Manager at NVIDIA for AI Infrastructure, expertly combines his technical, creative, and design abilities. With advanced degrees in Mechanical Engineering, focusing on robotics and energy tech, and Applied Mathematics, he is passionate about both physical and digital realms.
Sekou is a Staff Research Scientist and Challenge Lead at IBM Research – Africa. With a focus on health-tech interactions, he aims to develop transformative technologies for Africa and beyond. An alumnus of Georgia Tech (Electrical Engineering) and Morehouse College (Computer Science), Sekou has taught and studied at various esteemed institutions. At IBM, he leverages Machine Learning to enhance decision support by expanding the evidence base.
With five degrees from MIT, Professor Patrick Hosein has made major strides in cellular communications and the internet. His career includes work with industry leaders such as AT&T, Ericsson, and Huawei, yielding 35 international patents. Currently, he's the CEO of the Trinidad and Tobago Network Information Centre (TTNIC) and serves as a Professor of Computer Science at the UWI.
Krystal Maughan is a PhD candidate in Mathematical Cryptography at the University of Vermont, focusing on post-quantum cryptography. She has gained industry experience with Meta, Google, and JPMorgan Chase & Co. Krystal also engages in programs advocating for underrepresented individuals in Computer Science Research and has participated in several workshops and conferences, underlining her active commitment to the academic community.
Learie Hercules, a tech leader with a specialty in data-driven solutions, brings experience from key roles at AT&T, Lightspeed Systems, and Smart Warehousing. With an MSc in Computer Science, he founded Heft IQ, mentors at Techstars, and serves on the Southern Data Science Conference advisory board.
Marcelle has enjoyed a varied career spanning finance, wearables, and EdTech. He has been the first engineer at a number of successful startups, and currently works as a Machine Learning Engineer at Turnitin developing natural language processing solutions for educators.
Here are some of the feedback received from our mentees.
The mentorship is providing a measure of reassurance and guidance, especially in my case with a mid-career pivot. And at this stage, it isn’t about following in someone else’s footsteps, but rather having a support group of sorts to pursue your own aspirations.
Mentee
Participating in this mentorship helped me break the self-imposed limitations on my career and growth potential. Interacting with the various mentors helped to sharpen my skills and put me on the path for substantial progress. I believe that a mentorship like this is essential for those looking to maximize their career. It helps you to not just live in the now, but to build career capital so you can excel in the future.
Mentee
The mentorship has been a source of inspiration and guidance, fostering my growth in both technical and soft skills, while fueling my entrepreneurial ambitions. With their encouragement, I am confidently charting my own course and embracing new challenges in the world of technology.
Mentee
The mentorship was beneficial to me in both my professional and technical capabilities. It allowed me to use my technical skills and explore avenues that I may not have ventured before. Professionally, it created an avenue for me to develop my interpersonal communication skills to transform my relations with clients. Establishing trust; clear, detailed and useful interactions and an ability to connect with them deeply as we work to turn their ideas into reality. Overall, I have been impacted beyond what I could have imagined.
Mentee
This mentorship has provided me with skills that go above and beyond what is typically taught in schools, to the extent that I feel confident in applying them in the real world. Geoff and the other mentors at CTP are committed to developing leaders and innovators in the Caribbean. They have exposed us to real-world scenarios without hand-holding, while still providing the necessary guidance. They have made themselves available time and time again, sharing their combined years of experience from various backgrounds in the industry.
Mentee
I'm honored and privileged to be part of this mentorship program. The level of detail, time, effort, advice, and coaching I receive from my mentors is invaluable. Through this program, I've grown not only in technical skills but also in non-technical areas such as communication, leadership, teamwork, and confidence. I've gained practical experience building and using world-class software and applications, which has been instrumental in accelerating my career in the high-tech industry. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to achieve their career goals, as the value of the guidance and support provided by the mentors is unparalleled.
Mentee
I had the honor of taking part in this tech mentorship program, and it was a fantastic experience. The mentors' level of commitment to us and their investment of their time, energy, and resources is simply amazing. I have improved my technical skills through this program, but I have also received vital experience in teamwork, leadership, and communication. I had the chance to collaborate with a group of peers on a software project thanks to the mentorship program, and our mentors gave us the tools and advice we needed to be successful. Overall, if you want to improve your technical skills, obtain real-world experience, and acquire crucial non-technical skills, I would definitely recommend this mentorship program.
Mentee
I'm excited to share my experience with the Caribbean Tech Pioneers mentorship program, which has been invaluable to me in my venture into tech as an aspiring entrepreneur. I have built a career in engineering, in the oil and gas industry. However, I've seen the opportunities for tech in my industry, and decided to explore it. Fortunately, I was introduced to the program, and it's been a game-changer. The knowledge-sharing sessions on topics like Data Science and ChatGPT have been incredibly informative. During a simulated consultant-client project, the exposure to software development and agile practices has been insightful. Under the guidance of my assigned mentor, I've started a personal Data Science project to learn additional skills to apply to problems and data in my field. The mentors in the program are from the Caribbean and have reached far in tech across the world. They understand our background and local culture, and provide crucial feedback to bridge the gap to world-class. For example, my mentor gave me specific advice on how to communicate and collaborate with clients in tech. Through my involvement in the program, I've made meaningful connections with mentors and fellow mentees, helping me start my network in tech. I highly recommend this program to anyone in the Caribbean looking to take their career in tech to the next level.
Mentee