Meet the founders
Luma Circle was founded by leaders who have spent their careers building businesses, networks, and institutions across Africa and beyond.
CEO / Founder
A leading builder of women's entrepreneurship and peace-tech across Africa, and co-founder of LUMA WOMAN. Thelma brings a continental network of founders, funds, and institutions, and the Silicon Valley relationships to bridge them.
CIO / Co-Founder
Serial entrepreneur, podcast host, and board advisor with more than 25 years of experience. Chris founded MallforAfrica, led the North American expansion of Interswitch Group, and founded OCFX Inc. He hosts a podcast interviewing entrepreneurs and innovators, and serves on boards spanning fintech, logistics, ESG, and diaspora networks.
Our partner
Luma Circle works in partnership with Silicon Valley Advantage, a female-founded accelerator and hub at the center of the world's densest innovation and venture community.
Two communities. One mission. Solve what the world overlooks.