About Ashley Immanuel

Ashley Immanuel is Co-Founder and COO of Semicolon, a company that is enabling Africa’s digital transformation by building tech-focused talent and businesses. Ashley coordinates Semicolon’s delivery of innovative solutions related to education, talent management, digital advisory/implementation services, and venture-building.

Ashley has two decades of experience delivering impact-focused work in locations worldwide. She started her career in management consulting with IBM Global Business Services. Before joining Semicolon, Ashley was CEO of EFInA (Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access), an organization that drives inclusive finance in Nigeria through research, advocacy, capacity building, and innovation. In this role, Ashley supervised leading research and engagement on financial sector innovation in Nigeria and oversaw the delivery of EFInA’s Innovation Fund.