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Barclay Paul Okari
Founder & Builder
Barclay Paul Okari is a prominent Kenyan entrepreneur, currently serving as the Co-Founder and CEO of FinAccess, a financial technology company focused on digitizing non-traditional financial institutions such as savings and credit unions. He has held this position since January 2017, operating primarily out of the San Francisco Bay Area.1
Background and Education
Okari's entrepreneurial journey began at a young age, motivated by social issues he encountered during volunteer work at a girls' high school in Western Kenya. This experience led him to establish Impact Africa Industries Ltd in 2011, which manufactures affordable sanitary products aimed at improving the lives of women in rural communities. His flagship product, Safi Pads, is a reusable sanitary towel designed to be cost-effective and accessible for low-income women.23
He holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Finance from the University of Nairobi, graduating in 2013.1
Achievements and Recognition
Barclay Okari has received numerous accolades for his entrepreneurial efforts, including:
- Forbes Most Promising African Entrepreneurs 2015
- Young Person of The Year Africa by The Future Project in December 2015
- Recognition as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Men in Kenya by Business Daily in December 2014.12
His work has not only contributed to local economies but also garnered international attention, highlighting his commitment to social entrepreneurship and innovation in Africa.
