Paul Kimani 🇰🇪🌍

Founder/CEO at Workpay, specializing in Payroll, Benefits, and HR solutions for Africa

Paul Kimani is the Chief Executive Officer of Workpay, a company that provides payroll, benefits, and HR solutions tailored for small businesses in Africa. He has held this position since January 2019, leading a team focused on enhancing operational efficiency for small enterprises.

Professional Background

Before joining Workpay, Kimani served as the Executive Director at Afrisoft Africa Limited from April 2015 to December 2018, where he was responsible for the day-to-day operations, business intelligence, and project management. His earlier roles include Business Manager at CoolPoint HVAC Engineers and CEO & Founder of The Aspirant. He also has experience in mobile and web app development and served as a Relations Officer at Equity Bank Limited.

Education

Paul Kimani holds a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Nairobi (2008-2013) and participated in the Y Combinator program in Winter 2020. He also has certifications in Business Management and Managing Technical Professionals.

Skills and Interests

Kimani is described as a techpreneur passionate about leveraging technology to streamline business processes. He is fluent in both English and Swahili, which complements his professional endeavors in Kenya and beyond.1

Experience

Chief Executive Officer at Workpay (January 2019 - Present)

Executive Director at Afrisoft Africa Limited (April 2015 - December 2018), Business Manager at CoolPoint HVAC Engineers ltd (January 2014 - March 2015), CEO & Founder at The Aspirant (January 2012 - April 2013), Mobile and Web Apps Developer at MTL Systems (May 2010 - September 2011), Relations Officer at Equity Bank Limited (April 2007 - October 2009)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Honors at University of Nairobi (2008 - 2013), Winter 2020 Program at Y Combinator (2020), High School at Ndururumo High School, A (2002 - 2006)