Foundry Tech Talks
The Foundry Tech Talk Initiative
Welcome to the Balboa Tech Foundry Tech Talk Initiative. We are committed to advancing innovation and information parity in emerging markets. We are traveling around emerging hubs of ingenuity, innovation, and entrepreneurial activity to talk with small business owners and entrepreneurs to get their perspectives on thriving in this digital age.
Through this effort, we aim to:
Gain valuable insights about what is working and evolving
Understand the opportunities and challenges for local businesses, global partners, and potential investors.
Share knowledge throughout our partner network.
We hope you enjoy these videos and appreciate the insights we discover.
Tech Talks
Kampala with Frank Birondwa
Dec. 11, 2023 Tech Talk in Focus:
Balboa Tech Foundry’s latest tech talk with Frank Birondwa, CEO of Nextel System Ltd. from Kampala, Uganda. Join Jay as he discusses digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, tech investment and finance in East Africa, and the regulatory environment and much more with one of Uganda’s up and coming tech entrepreneurs.
Nairobi with Mwenezi Musalia and Khadija Kassim
Oct. 13, 2023 Tech Talk in Focus:
BTF is in Nairobi, Kenya. We’re diving into a crucial discussion about the technological landscape for small businesses. Specifically, we’re focusing on small business technical requirements and concerns. Nairobi is a vibrant hub of entrepreneurial activity, and we want to ensure that businesses here have the right tools to thrive in this digital age. That’s why we’re talking to actual small business owners who are at the forefront of innovation and growth. These incredibly valuable insights help us understand the opportunities and challenges for local businesses, global partners, and potential investors.
Tech Shorts
Venezuela Primary Participation
Oct. 22, 2023 Tech Short:
Venezuela saw massive voter turnout for its primary elections on 22 October 2023 preceding the 2024 presidential election. This is actual footage from voting sites around Venezuela. The 2024 election has the potential to be a significant event in the dynamics of the Western Hemisphere.