Our Team

Keith is an award‑winning entrepreneur, healthcare developer, and published author with a 30‑year career spanning real estate, financial services, publishing, and major government initiatives. He has engaged with senior UK government officials, including at the Prime Minister’s Office and the House of Lords, contributing to multimillion‑pound national programmes such as the Learning and Skills Council, Business Link, and Primary Care Trusts. Today, he focuses on delivering high‑value healthcare, infrastructure, and food‑security projects across Africa.

Keith holds two UK postgraduate qualifications in Management Studies and Further Education Teaching, alongside advanced leadership training from the Professional Speakers University and Common Purpose. He is also the author of Mine Your Business, documenting three decades of entrepreneurial experience.

As Chairman of Mobay and Company, Keith leads board‑level partnerships with growth‑oriented banks, aligning regional institutions with international capital infrastructure to unlock large‑scale development. His strategic clarity and commitment to impactful investment continue to shape Mobay’s mission globally.

Mehrunissa is the Chief Financial Officer of Mobay and Company, bringing over 25 years of senior experience in financial management and project leadership. With an Institute of Administrative Management Diploma and Prince2 Practitioner qualification, she combines strong financial expertise with disciplined project delivery to enhance organisational performance.

Her career includes optimising financial operations, strategic planning, and resource management across complex environments, including community care. As a CQC Registered Manager, she has built governance frameworks that strengthen financial sustainability and support high‑performing teams.

At Mobay, she shapes financial strategy and supports the firm’s mission to expand access to large‑scale capital across Africa and global markets, ensuring international funding partnerships are grounded in strong financial governance. Focused and impact‑driven, she advances Mobay’s financial resilience and development outcomes.

Derek is an accomplished Chief Operating Officer and seasoned management consultant with over 30 years of experience across telecommunications, electronics, and business operations. Specialising in Program Management, Design Manufacturing, and Business Development, he has a strong record of improving organisational performance by optimising processes and enabling management teams to operate effectively.

His expertise spans Mobile Phone Development and Manufacture, Software Development and Test, Change Management, and Network Architecture and Implementation. Derek’s career includes senior roles with GEC Telecommunications, Ferranti, Orbitel, Kenwood Electronics, Nortel, SUN Microsystems, 4D Sales and Marketing, Black & Brahman, and Berkshire High Tower Group.

He holds a HND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, a Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Techniques, and an MBA. Notable projects include the Douala–Yaoundé RBQPSK Microwave Radio Link, GSM 1–4 mobile development, base and server station management, and the design and delivery of LSE and CPCS training programmes.

Mahmoud serves as Chief Investment Officer at Mobay and Company, overseeing strategic initiatives and cultivating high‑value networks that drive the firm’s international growth. With a background in Business Travel and Tourism and fluency in Arabic, he brings versatile operational experience from senior roles in mobile phone wholesale, luxury retail, and real estate development.

He previously led the expansion of a high‑end flooring company in London, earning recognition for negotiation strength, project coordination, and team leadership. His portfolio includes numerous successful property refurbishment and development projects across the UK, reflecting precision, adaptability, and market awareness.

Mahmoud’s global perspective is shaped by direct engagement with international government and industry contacts, enabling Mobay to identify strategic opportunities and build impactful cross‑border partnerships. Known for diplomatic communication and relationship‑building acumen, he enhances the company’s presence across real estate, infrastructure, and investment sectors, demonstrating entrepreneurial drive, commercial instinct, and the ability to navigate diverse networks with purpose and tact.

Regina, Project Director, East Africa, is recognised for her expertise in strategic communications, high‑level networking, and integrating innovative systems that strengthen organisational performance. With a strong record in forging high‑value partnerships across diverse sectors, she shapes strategies that drive sustainable growth and social impact.

A graduate of Graffins in Business and Marketing, with advanced Behaviour Technician training from EDS Learning Institute, Regina blends academic insight with deep stakeholder engagement experience. Her work with Biokube Company Limited and her curriculum development contributions for the speech‑language pathology programme at MTRH School of Medicine demonstrate her ability to translate complex needs into clear, actionable solutions.

Renowned for VIP relationship management, she aligns clients with global networks and joint‑venture specialists, cultivating collaborative ecosystems that enhance access and long‑term value. As founder of Stewards of Children with Special Needs and a Global Advisory Board member of Smiles for Speech, Regina champions inclusion and human‑centred progress across communities.

Fred is a project partner and holds a Master of Business Administration (Finance) and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Nairobi. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), bringing over 25 years of experience in financial strategy, governance, and operational transformation across Kenya’s public and private sectors.

His expertise spans financial policy formulation, regulatory compliance, and budgetary oversight for complex institutions and high-impact initiatives. Fred previously served as Assistant Finance Manager at the National Construction Authority, a parastatal under Kenya’s Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development, where he led the development and implementation of financial policies and annual budgeting frameworks.

Earlier in his career, he was Financial Accountant at Sameer Africa Ltd, a regional tyre manufacturer with operations across East and Central Africa. Fred brings to Mobay a wealth of financial acumen, institutional insight, and a commitment to enabling sustainable growth and innovation across Africa.

Meera Thakrar, Medical Supplies Associate, brings a blend of clinical expertise, cross‑cultural experience, and strategic insight to Mobay and Company’s healthcare initiatives across underserved communities. Trained in paediatrics and neonatology, she is committed to advancing maternal and child health through practical innovation and frontline engagement.

Her medical journey spans pre‑medical studies in San Francisco and an MBBS from the University of Debrecen in Hungary, grounding her in diverse clinical environments and emerging best practices. Meera also brings financial acumen from her role as a treasury officer at Imperial Bank, where she strengthened risk management and operational discipline—skills she now applies to complex healthcare systems.

Fluent in six languages, she is known for inclusive communication and community connection. Her work in Nairobi paediatric clinics, support for children with disabilities, and contributions to local medical training reflect her commitment to equity and access. Meera also enhances Mobay’s outreach through programming, content development, and visual communication.

Malcolm is a Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in medium‑sized business services, banking, transport solutions, renewable energy, and the African market. He founded Abell Limited in 1999, establishing a corporate finance division specialising in capital structuring for early‑stage businesses. Malcolm has a strong track record of helping clients achieve strategic goals across diverse transactions, providing advisory services and securing funding through equity and debt solutions supported by his high‑net‑worth and professional networks.

He believes that with the right guidance, business plan, and funding approach, finance is achievable for growing enterprises. His team brings deep experience in structuring business plans that maximise the likelihood of success. Malcolm’s core specialities include mid‑sized business services, banking, African market strategy, transport optimisation, and renewable energy development. Known for his meticulous attention to detail, he ensures clients receive precise, well‑structured support that strengthens their financial position and long‑term growth potential.

Patrick is the Ambassdor for Health and Wellbeing at Mobay and Company, he is also a strategic brand architect, and social impact leader whose work spans wellness innovation, youth empowerment, and public narrative transformation. He brings a cross‑sector perspective to human resilience, governance, and community investment.

With a background in IT and corporate systems, Patrick transitioned into entrepreneurship to co‑found pHKind, a purpose‑led brand that reframes health ownership through education, storytelling, and scalable lifestyle solutions. His approach blends commercial acumen with grassroots credibility, positioning wellbeing as a platform for equity and agency.

Patrick’s influence extends into civic leadership, where his widely recognised act of courage during the 2020 London demonstrations established him as a bridge‑builder in volatile environments. A published author and speaker, he advises youth‑focused organisations including The Hope Collective, the Rio Ferdinand Foundation, and The Black Students Support Fund. At Mobay, he leads wellbeing strategies that embed human resilience into enterprise design.

Soka Kapundu is a mining executive and finance specialist with over 38 years of experience in accounting, strategic financial management, and leadership. Born in Zambia and based in the UK since 1983, he brings a global perspective strengthened by renewed engagement in Zambia, where he now focuses on advancing his mining ventures. As CEO of Sellome Investment Limited and Kabompo Mineral Resources Limited, he leads two greenfield mining companies committed to sustainable, community‑driven development aligned with international environmental standards.

Soka’s career spans multiple sectors, including contributing to EasyJet’s pioneering low‑cost airline model and leading the digital transformation of the Royal National Theatre’s accounting systems. He ranked first globally in the Association of International Accountants exams and holds a Bachelor of Accountancy (Distinction), an MSc in Charity Finance, and ACCA and CIMA qualifications. As an Associate at Mobay and Company, he provides deep sectoral insight to support transformative projects across Africa and the Middle East.

Allan Tollo is a technologist and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in information systems, digital transformation, and innovation‑led growth. As Founder and CEO of Myfugo, an agri‑finance company, he is redefining access to credit for farmers by financing productive agricultural assets and using sensor technology to generate real‑time insights on animal health and behaviour.

His career spans senior roles across fintech, healthtech, manufacturing, and aviation. 

As Technology Director at Smart Applications, he led healthtech innovations that strengthened efficiency and access across healthcare systems.

A champion of “Tech for Good,” Allan has led billion‑shilling ICT projects with expertise in systems analysis, ERP implementation, change management, and client‑centric software development. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education, an MSc in Information Systems, and multiple professional certifications. At Mobay, he supports scalable, tech‑enabled solutions across agriculture, finance, and development ecosystems.

Ian K. Orogon is a dynamic finance and management advisory professional with a strong background in financial structuring, agribusiness development, and strategic project execution. With a BSc in Actuarial Science from the University of Nairobi, Ian brings analytical rigor to business planning and investment advisory. As Managing Director at MK Changwony and Associates Consultants, he has led advisory engagements for multi-million dollar agribusiness and infrastructure projects, including successfully securing funding for sugar processing plants and implementing supply chain solutions for international clients. He is committed to delivering data-driven, innovative solutions that drive sustainable growth and value creation for clients.