Our Team

Meet our innovators: the faces and minds behind our success, driving our vision forward.

Nicholas Ogaye

Co-Founder & CEO

Nicholas Ogaye is a seasoned technologist and accomplished software engineer with a proven track record across global financial and technology sectors. He holds a Master’s degree in Information Technology and Cybersecurity from Harvard University, as well as a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Communication Engineering from Moi University.

Nicholas has held senior technical roles on Wall Street and in New York, including Vice President (Global Banking Technology) at Morgan Stanley and Solutions Architect at American Express. His experience also includes software engineering at JPMorgan Chase, software development at Alcatel-Lucent in the United Kingdom, and data quality engineering at Safaricom PLC in Kenya.

He is recognized for his deep technical insight and leadership in building complex, scalable enterprise systems. Nicholas is also a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) and a Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD), with strong expertise in cybersecurity, financial systems, and digital innovation.

Sheila Ogaye

Co-Founder & CFO

Sheila Ogaye is a proficient auditor and financial professional currently working as a Senior Auditor in Assurance at EY in the New York City. Her expertise includes accounting, auditing, financial reporting, and delivering operational and financial audits to leading U.S.-based Fortune 500 companies.

Sheila has a strong background in program management, private equity, asset management, and fund accounting. She holds a Master of Science in Accounting (Enterprise Risk Management) from North Carolina State University and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Saint Augustine’s University, where she graduated with a perfect GPA of 4.0.

She is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) by Google and has completed a course on Humanitarian Response to Conflict and Disaster from Harvard University. Her professional journey also includes impactful roles at Deloitte and Cytonn Investments, along with active involvement in various projects and volunteer initiatives focused on sustainable development and economic empowerment.

Waringa Ngugi

COO

Waringa Ngugi is a skilled Psychologist and Business Developer based in Nairobi, Kenya, currently excelling as the Business Operations Manager at Nyumba Zetu. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Moi University and actively engages in topics at the intersection of technology and mental health.

With experience in organizational operations, strategic planning, and youth leadership development at AIESEC in Kenya, Waringa blends her psychological expertise with strong business acumen. Her career also includes roles in psychological counseling and mental health advocacy, reflecting her deep commitment to integrating psychological well-being with business innovation.

Njuki Kihori

Business Development Manager

Njuki Kihori is an accomplished Business Development Manager, with a career spanning over a decade in business development, event management, and real estate. His professional journey includes notable leadership roles such as General Manager at the Kenya Professional Realtors Association and Events Director at Ayanna Events Ltd.

Njuki’s academic achievements include Higher National Diplomas with distinction in Sales, Marketing, and Real Estate Education from the Kenya Professional Realtors Association. He is well-regarded for his strategic thinking, leadership, and exceptional networking skills.

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Nyumba Zetu:
(n.) Our homes