Impact Masters Podcast
The Impact Masters Podcast explores the forces shaping Africa’s technology and innovation ecosystem while connecting them to global tech trends and best practices. Hosted by Michael Kimathi, we feature authentic conversations with founders, developers, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who are building the future of Africa and influencing the global digital economy.
Each episode dives deep into how technology is transforming the way we live, work, create, and govern: from engineering and digital transformation to software development, developer experience, DevRel, product design, AI, and startup growth. While we are deeply rooted in Africa’s tech journey, we also explore global innovations, global movers and shakers, lessons, and collaborations that inspire local impact and worldwide relevance.
We tell authentic stories, preserve Africa’s tech history, share actionable insights, and challenge the status quo: Body, Mind, and Spirit.
If you’re a tech founder, developer, investor, or innovator looking to understand Africa’s digital future while staying connected to global technology trends, this podcast is your guide.
Impact Masters Podcast
Google Africa Tech Director on Fintech, R&D, and Cybersecurity Leadership with Jack Ngare | Impact Masters Podcast
Jack Ngare is a technology leader with over 15 years of experience driving digital transformation and innovation across Africa’s financial and technology sectors. He is currently the Technology Director, Office of the CTO at Google in Africa, shaping the region’s technology strategy and partnerships.
Previously, Jack served as Managing Director of Microsoft’s Africa Development Centre (ADC), leading Microsoft’s first major Research & Development facility on the continent. Before that, he was Managing Director at Finserve Africa (Equity Bank Group), where he pioneered Equitel and the Eazzy App, redefining digital banking in East Africa.
Jack’s career also includes senior leadership roles at NIC Bank (Head of Information Security & IT Operations), Stanbic Bank, and British Telecom, with global assignments in the UK, Saudi Arabia, Peru, and Japan. He is currently a Non-Executive Director at Credit Bank PLC.
Academically and professionally, Jack is highly credentialed — holding two Master’s degrees (Management & Advanced Computer Science) from Harvard University, a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Leicester, and multiple top industry certifications:
CISSP, CISM, CISA, ITIL, PRINCE II Practitioner, MCSE, MCITP, CCNA, CCNP, OCA, SCSA, CEH.
In this episode, we explore:
- Jacks life and experiences
- Building Google’s technology strategy for Africa
- Leading Microsoft’s Africa Development Centre (ADC)
- Driving fintech innovation with Equitel & Eazzy App
- Cybersecurity, IT governance, and global tech leadership
- Lessons from 15+ years of scaling innovation in Africa and beyond
- What makes a great engineer
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Connect with Jack Ngare
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackngare/
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