Noramble

Noramble is a brand and packaging design studio helping brands grow through proper differentiation by rebelling against their category cliches.

Ever noticed how olive oil is always in a transparent bottle? Or how do Cereal brands always use a mascot? Or how most beauty products use a white? These category cliches create a sea of sameness on shelves and online. It makes buying products impossible and typically results in consumers finding the cheapest option becuase that's the only differentiator.

Since 2020, our work has rebelled against all this to help brands grow through true differentiation.

Founder

Creative Ninety Five

Freelance

QPC Global Ltd

Junior Packaging Designer

Apple

Specialist

Salford City College

Working in a team to create and layout information in the format of a newsletter. Turning pages of text and image into readable editorial layouts.

Graphic Designer

Iya, I’m Daniel (never Dan)

A 30-year-old, Manchester-born design agency founder. 

I started Noramble because I was frustrated seeing so many brands looking, talking, and feeling the same. Decision-making when shopping for a product becomes impossible and a chore, resulting in chasing the lowest price or the best deal.

At Noramble, we refuse to add more noise to the sea of sameness. Over the years, we have crafted a process to help brands rebel against their category and grow through proper differentiation that gives consumers a reason to give a crap.

Daniel Poll

The most undervalued D2C strategy? Packaging. Hands down.

I always hear founders and brand managers say:
"We don't need to focus on packaging because the sale has already been made"

I hear ya, but you're wrong.

Yes, the sale has been made.
But now you can create a brand fan by creating an experience.

Came across this brand the other week called Moérie Beauty, which sells hair products.

Their products come in these boxes that you slide out from and then open up.

Honestly, their origami packaging blew me away:
- It was genuinely surprising
- It created a proper experience
- It had loads of mega information that actually helped

It created a memorable touchpoint that has left the brand at the top of my mind for a few weeks.

And that's powerful in today's mental world.

So, Kudos to you, Moerie! Class work.

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Founder of Noramble | Brand + Packaging design that rebels against category cliches

NEW WORK 💃

𝗔 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗼𝗱𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴

Shift X Noramble

About the project 👇
With Shift going through a new phase of growth, Jonathan approached Noramble to help reposition the refill packaging to lean more into the brand's premium positioning.

We created an entirely new visual that is now able to stand on its own. Creating a cleaner look through the use of colour blocking, clean typography and premium materials, whilst reimagining the back of pack to include a new QR code linking to the brand's sustainability mission.

Cheers to Jonathon for trusting us with this project.
On to the next pal 💚

Shift

Digital & E-commerce specialist | 10+ Year’s Experience | Marketplace specialist | Founder of Shift. The UK’s first 100% plastic-free, refillable deodorant.

Look, I'm not one for blasting work publicly. I actually hate it.
But I can't let this slide!

Drove past this a few weeks ago.

It's an ad by a very well-known brand, marketing what I assume is a new product for their brand.

However, I glanced at it for a mere 3 seconds and ended up with a migraine.
👉 It's a benefit vomit on a billboard
👉 It's got zero hierarchy
👉 It looks like it was done in Microsoft Paint?!

I'd love to hear any data on this billboard if anyone has any.

And please feel free to let me know if I'm being overly negative or unconstructive. I've not had a morning coffee yet. Ha.

This packaging confused the hell out of me last week!

Shopping for some chocolate. Naughty, I know, don't @ me.

I'm not massively brand loyal when it comes to chocolate; I just get what I want in the moment.

And I spotted this new GREEN KitKat from afar and instantly thought:
"Oooo, a mint chocolate KitKat, that's a bit of me"

Then, as I was walking closer, I thought:
"Oh, actually, it might be a new Dubai chocolate" 🙄

However, when I go to the box, to my upset, it WASN'T mint chocolate NOR Dubai chocolate.

Either I'm an idiot, and my consumer perception of flavour colours is completely wrong
Or someone has gone off the beaten track and thought 'F*ck it'.

Any guesses as to what it was?

Do people have a designated place they go to get inspiration for their work, or is it just me?

I'm not a huge fan of platforms like Pinterest or Behance for inspo.

Online inspo only shows the polished result.

They don't show the real-world piece of work.
They don't show how people ship that product category.
They don't show how it's merchandised on a shelf.

You've gotta get out and touch some grass for the real stuff.

My go-to is always Selfridges, they absolutely nail it with the brands they sell and also their own brand products.

Here's a few of my faves from the past week, happy Friday y'all!

Ey! New Work Alert 🚨

PickandMix.com X Noramble

Creating a new bag design to establish a category leader

PickandMix.com approached us to help with their next phase of growth by creating a new bag design for their brand to establish them as the market leader in this category.

We created a completely unique bag for the brand, featuring a split colour block in their brand colours to create a bold and impactful visual that looked good both on screen, on social media, and in the hands of their customers.

We gave their back of pack the same treatment by creating a nice hierarchy that was not only easy to read and consume, but also visually appealing to help grow the brand's customer retention rate.

The result? Launch weekend was their busiest weekend ever.

Massive shout-out to William Hale for trusting us with the project! Mega result.

I see this all the time, but it ALWAYS stops me in my tracks.

If you're new here, I love a brand that does things differently.

And Engine Gin has had me in a chokehold since I can remember.

The category is full of:
- Glass bottles
- Fancy textured labels
- More heritage stories than you can shake a stick at

So, when Engine Gin landed on the shelf, it ripped up the category.

They have a distinct asset that is instantly recognisable across all touchpoints.

Think petrol can.
Think retro racer.
Think something you’d find in a garage, not a bar.

It's bold.
It's playful.
It practically jumps off the shelf.

Distinctive packaging isn’t just about being different
It’s about being memorable at every single touchpoint.

P.S. Their website is also absolutley mega

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How it started as a designer:

- I design logos
- I design websites
- I design packaging
- I design flyers
- I design social media templates
- I design posters
- I design brand guidelines

10 years later:

- Studio owner
- We design packaging for FMCG brands that rebel against category cliches

You can change what you do.

Focus is everything.

Nothing is permanent.

Don't stress. 'Appy Friday ✌️

I must be the only person in the world that HATES working from home.

The COVID pandemic forced the world into a WFH culture that has stuck around.

I get it; you have more freedom, less commuting time, and feel more productive.

𝗡𝗮𝗵, 𝗜'𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀.

The reality for me is:
👉 I get lonely
👉 I procrastinate
👉 I'm unproductive

I love getting into an office and going to work.
👉 I get to separate work and home
👉 I love meeting and being around people
👉 I love a commute to listen to music or a podcast.

The moral of the story is that you've got to do what works for you.

A project from earlier this year, 'appy Friday!

Helping a disruptive cider brand with their retail growth plans

SXOLLIE Cider X Noramble

After some retailer and consumer feedback, SXOLLIE approached Noramble to help refresh the brand for the next phase of brand growth. Tasked with delivering a new 4-Pack design for the brand's new premium retail ventures and a visual identity refresh to help the brand communicate more precisely and more effectively across all their touchpoints.

We set out to help the brand look exactly how it tasted and acted: refreshing, bold, and honest. We paired a cleaner font family with slightly softer colours to give the brand a more approachable look while retaining the bold appeal people love. We applied this approach to the visual refresh and their new 4-pack design to create a more approachable brand that was true to its direction.

SXOLLIE Cider

Ey, this was lovely to wake up to! 🥂 Cheers WBDS for featuring our project w/ Shift

Noramble - A New Visual Repositioning for Shift Deodorant that Helps their New Premium Offering https://lnkd.in/eKkNkKWB
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As the Shift brand embarks on an exciting new phase of growth, Jonathan recognised the critical need to refine its packaging to better align with its premium market positioning. In light of this, he turned to Noramble for expertise in repositioning the refill packaging to elevate its aesthetic and communicate its values more effectively.
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Packaging design isn't just an expense, it's an investment in your brand's future.

It’s no secret that packaging design can be a hefty investment.

You should refresh your packaging every 2-3 years to stay current and proactively keep up with the times.

But sometimes you might need to do it reactively; some examples are:

👉 When you’re developing a new brand or product.
👉 When your product ranges lack alignment.
👉 When sales, profits and revenue are down.
👉 If customers struggle to understand what you're selling.
👉 The need for sustainability.

If you don’t, you leave yourself open to disruption from your competitors.

People don't tend to talk about the bad times on social media, so here goes nothing.

Back in 2017, when I first started working with clients, I had:
👉 No experience
👉 No process
👉 No bloody idea

And this ended up biting me on the arse.

I got a promising lead via email. We exchanged messages; after a bit of back-and-forth, I sent over a proposal.

Then it all went south.

𝗜 𝗵𝗮𝗱 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗹𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

Her reply was a polite rejection laced with some hard truths.
It was a proper gut punch.

But that brutal lesson turned me into a right stickler for detail.

Fell in love with this over the weekend.

Felt compelled to share it.

No big strategy breakdown like I usually do

Just wanted to share it because it did EXACTLY what it was supposed to.

Stop me in my tracks.
Consider it.
Buy it.

Simple.

P.S. Yes, I obviously got the Earl Grey.

Your packaging is 90% of your marketing touchpoints. Show it some love.

Something that always gets overlooked by brands is how your packaging fits into your marketing mix.

I often sit on calls with:
Brand managers
Founders
Marketing managers

And they assume packaging will sit on a shelf.

But it's so far from reality.

Your packaging is a marketing silver bullet that shows up nearly everywhere.

I'd argue about 90% of your touchpoints.

Think about it; it's not just on the shelf. It's on:
- Social media posts
- Billboards
- The sides of buses
- Brochures
- Website images
- Digital banners
- Point of sales
- Emails
- Events

Your packaging is EVERYWHERE.

So, what happens if it’s not pulling its weight?

You’ve got a marketing nightmare plastered over 90% of your marketing.

Ouch.

The lesson? Don't let your packaging be the weak link in your marketing chain.

Ah yeah, the most pointless email to ever land in my inbox 🙄

A client said, "𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙨𝙣'𝙩 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙚 𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜," which made us tweak our process.

People don't tend to share their downfalls, so here goes.

In 2021, we'd just started a project with a great client.

A few weeks passed, and we were finally ready to share some design concepts for their brand and packaging.

"𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗹, 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼."

We had jumped straight into the deep end and spent weeks designing assets for something the client didn't expect.

Moral of the story?

Have a solid creative process that you take EVERY client on.

Make sure your process includes elements like:
👉 Design Strategy
👉 Mood Boards
👉 Creative Directions
👉 2-3 Initial concepts

That way, the client isn't blindsided, and you will leave no stone unturned.

It's a win-win for everyone.

Ever underestimate the power of packaging? This is how Tropicana lost $50,000,000 with that approach.

It's 2009. Tropicana, arguably the world's leading juice brand, decides to give its North American packaging a makeover.

However

Whilst on paper, it was a much better design:
👉 It was a bolder design.
👉 It had unique design cues, like an orange for the cap.
👉 It was stripped back for a more premium feel.

The majority of Tropicana’s consumers criticised the new packaging.

All because it lacked ONE critical thing

Familiarity with the consumers

The packaging had changed so much that customers couldn’t recognise it on a supermarket shelf.

The redesign resulted in an estimated $50M loss in sales.

The brand reverted to the original packaging a few weeks after launch.

P.S. If you prefer bits in your orange juice, don’t talk to me.

Don't EVER underestimate the tactile sense of touch in packaging design, especially in a cluttered retail space.

It's tough for FMCG brands to stand out in a retail environment. That's nothing new.

Especially in the RTD category.

I was in my local shop last week, and there were cans of [**MOTH Drinks - B Corp™**](https://lnkd.in/eaEgfmUf) whispering "pick me up"

And let me tell you, when I did, it was like discovering a hidden treasure!

The label wasn’t just a label; it had texture.

A subtle, tactile surprise that set it apart.

Here’s why this packaging nerd was over the moon:

- It created an experience I don't usually get when shopping
- Stood out in a sea of sameness, with competitors.
- Screamed “premium” without saying a word.

The tactile sense is a goldmine in retail packaging, yet it's still in the shadows.

If your products are in a retail space fighting for attention, then you should consider it:

- You can set class expectations for your products.
- Sets you apart on the shelf.
- Can be a mega way to differentiate different SKU’s.

P.S. This is the stuff that gets me out of bed in the morning.

This is your Friday reminder that Entrepreneurship is glamorised. Trust me.

On the outside, people see starting a business as all sunshine and roses:
- Work wherever you want
- Work 3 hours a day
- Drive a new Porsche

But it’s so far from the truth, unfortunately. 

Growing a business is actually:
- Working in the corner of a coffee shop with a pot noodle
- Working 16 hours a day
- Stressful days and sleepless nights
- Driving a 10-year-old car that leaks oil

If owning a business were so good and easy, everyone would do it.
And it bores me that people make out it's so easy.

Social media is a highlight reel of people's good days.
Don't forget that.

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Country Director Uganda, AVODA Group

Content & Marketing Director 

Pearl Trek Adventures

African Business Institute

Associate Marketing Director

Tenge 

Business Development  

HARA Token

Africa Representative Business Development .

Calvary Chapel Bible College

Lecturer

Country Director @ AVODA Group UG | Executive MBA @ Quantic | Helping Christian entrepreneurs and business owners launch, build, and grow their faithdriven ventures

AVODA Group empowers faith-driven entrepreneurs in Uganda as part of its mission to drive transformative social impact. As Country Director Uganda, the role focuses on training, funding, and advising SMEs to address growth and scaling challenges through strategic planning and innovative market solutions.  

Drawing from an Executive MBA from Quantic and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from African Business Institute, the work emphasizes strategic thinking, management, and leadership. Previous roles as CFO and Content & Marketing Director have shaped a values-driven approach to fostering sustainable business growth.

Joshua Pi'Rwot

[AVODA Blue Program, August Cohort Profiles] 


Background
Helen completed formal education up to university, majoring in accounting. Despite a stable career path, she has always been drawn to entrepreneurship as a space to be creative, implement her own ideas, and build something impactful. 

Her desire to transition from formal employment to business ownership stems from wanting financial independence, long-term sustainability, and the ability to innovate.

Aspirations
Helen aims to generate additional income alongside her current work, prepare for life after formal employment, and build a business that stands out as a game-changer in her industry.

She wants her ventures to create meaningful opportunities for personal growth, community impact, and financial stability.

Faith & Business Vision
As a Christian entrepreneur, Helen intends to use her business as a platform to employ youth, mentor them, and introduce them to Christ. 

She also plans to collaborate with her church by directing part of her business income to support church programs, integrating faith and entrepreneurship to create both spiritual and economic impact in her community.
___________

If you're an entrepreneur considering your options, DM me to discuss your journey. 

You can also 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙑𝙊𝘿𝘼 𝘽𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢 𝙉𝙊𝙒. It starts January, 24th.

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Every great team begins with self-awareness — understanding who you are at the core.

Your temperament is the rock you were cut from — the God-given design that shapes how you think, lead, follow, and connect with others. While personality can shift with experience or environment, temperament reveals your natural wiring and default mode, especially under pressure.

Are you a social butterfly, a trailblazer, a thinker, or a peacemaker? Know the rock from which you are cut to shape your edge. There is no greater temperament, only greater awareness. Building a business and teams is a marathon of self-leadership — and knowing your temperament is the starting point for growth.

Join Ruth Ndwiga, Founder of BADILI CONSULTS, for an insightful session on “Understanding Temperaments for Stronger Teams.” This follow-up to Startup Teams: Leadership & Followership will help entrepreneurs:
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Winning is an attitude! 

As you get into the week, you will be confronted with issues, probables, challenges. 

These are opportunities for you to actually win. 

How you show up to the battles ahead of you will determine, to a large extent, whether or not you will win. 

Don’t wait to arrive in the ring to change your attitude, arrive with the attitude. 

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[AVODA Blue Program, August Cohort Profiles] 

Name: Joshua Kisubika
Business Interest: Agritech & Edutech Ventures

Background
Joshua grew up watching his mother start initiatives while fully employed. Though she successfully managed other people's enterprises, he often wondered what would have happened if she had put all that effort into her own. Over time, seeing friends and some family members thrive in business while solving problems inspired him to pursue entrepreneurship as a better path for building and sustaining a future.

Aspirations
He is passionate about social entrepreneurship and desires to build ventures that add value to people's lives. His goal is to establish businesses that not only serve communities today but also stand as a lasting legacy for the next generation.

Faith & Business Vision
For Joshua, business is more than profit-making — it is a platform to share the gospel and live out God's command to be fruitful, multiply, and dominate. Through entrepreneurship, he seeks to uplift the less privileged, create opportunities, and demonstrate Christ's love by building ventures that transform communities.

___________

If you're an entrepreneur considering your options, DM me to discuss your journey. 

You can also 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙑𝙊𝘿𝘼 𝘽𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢 𝙉𝙊𝙒. It starts January, 24th.

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[AVODA Blue Program, August Cohort Profiles] 

Name: Ruth Aine
Businesses: Software development, real estate, car wash, poultry processing, fast food venture.

Background
Ruth grew up valuing independence and entrepreneurship from a young age. She started earning money at 8 or 9 years old working in a stone quarry, learning early the pride and fulfillment that comes from creating value. These experiences instilled in her a lifelong drive to seek opportunities and build businesses from the ground up.

Aspirations
Ruth aims to build sustainable and impactful businesses that create opportunities for others, especially women and uneducated individuals, empowering them toward financial independence. She also seeks to support her family and set an example of hard work for her children.

Faith & Business Vision
Ruth runs multiple ventures, including real estate consultancy, poultry processing, car wash services, snacks, and tech solutions for entrepreneurs. Her goal is to transform her community through ethical leadership, job creation, and skills development, using her businesses to inspire others and advance God's Kingdom in the marketplace.
___________

If you're an entrepreneur considering your options, DM me to discuss your journey. 

You can also 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙑𝙊𝘿𝘼 𝘽𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢 𝙉𝙊𝙒. It starts January, 24th.

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The Big Short isn’t just a movie about the 2008 financial crisis; it’s a masterclass in spotting opportunities where others see chaos. 

It follows a handful of investors who predicted the housing bubble and profited from it. 

For entrepreneurs, the story contains important lessons about vision, risk, and independent thinking.

→ Spot the unseen opportunities
Successful entrepreneurs notice what others ignore. Like the investors in The Big Short, pay attention to inefficiencies, overlooked problems, and market blind spots.

→ Dare to be different
Innovation requires challenging conventional wisdom. These investors faced skepticism and doubt but trusted their research and instincts. Entrepreneurial breakthroughs require a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom.

→ Risk intelligently
Opportunity and risk are inextricably linkedThey didn’t make blind bets; instead, they calculated, hedged, and prepared for multiple scenarios.

Entrepreneurs should take bold moves, but they must do so with careful strategy and planning.g.

The Big Short is more than a financial thriller—it’s a roadmap for seeing beyond the obvious, thinking independently, and turning calculated risks into significant rewards. 

Opportunity frequently lurks in the shadows.

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Background
Isaac Ongodia grew up seeing how many people struggled to access reliable electronics at fair prices. This experience sparked his desire to build a trustworthy dealership rooted in responsibility and integrity. Those early lessons shaped his passion for business and his commitment to meeting real needs in the marketplace.

Aspirations
He envisions running a successful electronics dealership that not only provides genuine products but also creates jobs and expands into wholesale distribution. His goal is to be known for quality, fairness, and a lasting impact on the community.

Faith & Business Vision
As a Christian entrepreneur, Isaac desires his business to reflect honesty and service. He hopes to provide employment, mentor youth in ethical business practices, and support community projects. For him, business is more than profit - it is a calling to show that enterprise can flourish while advancing God's Kingdom.
___________

If you're an entrepreneur considering your options, DM me to discuss your journey. 

You can also 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙑𝙊𝘿𝘼 𝘽𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢 𝙉𝙊𝙒. It starts January, 24th.

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🧼 Japan unveils the “washing machine for humans”

A Japanese startup has created a capsule that completely replaces the shower and bath, users simply lie inside while the machine automatically washes their entire body and hair.

🔸 The chamber fills with warm water up to the neck and uses jets, bubbles, and ultrasonic waves for cleaning.
🔸 A built-in screen lets users watch videos or relax during the wash cycle.
🔸 Hotels and capsule hostels in Japan are already pre-ordering the device for guest rooms.

Japan’s obsession with automation has finally reached peak cleanliness.

[AVODA Blue Program, August Cohort Profiles] 

Name: Karen Suubi Nalubega
Business Interest: Tailoring, Branding & Fabric Manufacturing

Background
Growing up without her father was tough, but God blessed Karen with business mentors who became like family and guided her into entrepreneurship.

Aspirations
Her dream is to build a strong fabric manufacturing business and make Uganda a leader in East Africa within 10 years. She is currently researching bamboo fabric with plans to learn from China and Japan.

Faith & Business Vision
As a Christian entrepreneur, Karen wants to skill others, create jobs, and use business as a tool to uplift her community and honor God's Kingdom.

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If you're an entrepreneur considering your options, DM me to discuss your journey. 

You can also 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙑𝙊𝘿𝘼 𝘽𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢 𝙉𝙊𝙒. It starts January, 24th.

𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗪: https://lnkd.in/dFyx7Vrb

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[AVODA Blue Program, August Cohort Profiles] 

Name: Kyosimire Sarah Loyo
Business: LOSA Detergent—a manufacturing business producing LOSA bar soap, liquid soap, shampoo, handwash etc.

Background
As a devoted wife to Mr. Loyo and mother to Miss Eliana, Sarah balances her personal and professional life with grace. Her entrepreneurial spirit was shaped by her late father, an innovative farmer who instilled in her the values of hard work and resilience. Today, she runs a detergent manufacturing business producing LOSA laundry bar soap, liquid soap, hand wash, shampoo, sanitizer, and other cleaning products.


Aspirations
Sarah aspires to build a sustainable and profitable business that: Generates healthy revenue to secure financial stability. Creates jobs within her community, giving people purpose and income. Gives back through sponsorships, charitable causes, and eco-friendly practices.


Faith & Business Vision
Sarah's soap business is designed as a ministry tool. By empowering women to resell her products, she creates opportunities for them to earn a living and uplift their families. Her outreach initiatives extend to donating soap to orphanages and prisons, promoting hygiene and dignity among vulnerable groups. Guided by Christian values—compassion, integrity, and empowerment—Sarah seeks to baptize her industry by reflecting God's love and building a kingdom-centered business.
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If you're an entrepreneur considering your options, DM me to discuss your journey. 

You can also 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙑𝙊𝘿𝘼 𝘽𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢 𝙉𝙊𝙒. 

It starts January 24th.

𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗪: https://lnkd.in/dFyx7Vrb

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When you traded a 9 to 6 job for startup life 24/7.

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Elon Musk predicts the end of smartphones, AI displays will take over

Elon Musk believes smartphones are on their way out. Within the next 5–10 years, he says, they’ll be replaced by AI-powered displays that act as direct interfaces between local and cloud-based large language models.

🔸 Instead of apps or operating systems, these handheld displays will generate personalized interfaces and content in real time.
🔸 Communication, media, and productivity will all flow through AI, no icons, no downloads, no screens full of apps.
🔸 The idea aligns with Musk’s broader vision of human-AI integration, blurring the line between digital and biological interaction.

If this future materializes, it won’t just replace the smartphone, it could erase the entire concept of a “device,” making AI the true operating system of daily life.

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Exciting lineup of startups in the Agribusiness, Agri-Tech, Healthcare, and Health-Tech sectors, tackling critical challenges in food systems, medical access, and sustainability industries. 


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Introducing the Cohort-3 of MTIC Acceleration Program for Growth Stage Startups in Uganda.

Cohort 3 showcases ventures that are reimagining how Uganda can grow, nourish, and sustain itself. The cohort features startups across Agribusiness, Agri-Tech, Healthcare, and Health-Tech sectors, tackling critical challenges in food systems, medical access, and sustainability. 

aXiom Zorn : Axiom Zorn Ltd is a data-intelligence company transforming smallholder farming across East Africa.
ClimaVault AFRICA: ClimaVault Africa extends freshness and reduces food waste using solar-powered IoT cooling hubs and MunaFresh®, a plant-based edible coating. 
Delizi Africa: Delizi Africa is Uganda’s domestic-first supply chain partner for restaurants and hotels, producing 90% of meat, dairy, and pantry products locally.
Feyti Medical Group: Feyti Medical Group’s Aicyclinder is an AI-powered regulatory compliance platform for Africa’s pharmaceutical industry. 
Kiso Fresh: Kisofresh powers faster, transparent sourcing for African agro-commodities. 
Krystal Icepops Ltd : Krystal Ice produces purely authentic Ugandan frozen desserts, creating healthy snacks for children while empowering farmers.
MEDX INTERNATIONAL INC. : LabXpert (MedX) empowers African labs with digital solutions for diagnostic excellence.
Opapero : Opapero produces nutritious blended soy and maize flour, improving child health and supporting smallholder farmers in Uganda.
Rwetech Farmers' Cooperative Society Limited: RWE Tech creates a sustainable cassava value chain in Uganda, improving food security
and farmers’ livelihoods.
Urban Greens : Urban Greens delivers climate-resilient, decentralized urban farming solutions in African cities.

Ajay Ramasubramaniam OKETTAYOT VINCENT OKEMA - MBA Shigeru Handa Jagruti Bista Joshua Pi'Rwot Sean Ssali Rose Urassa Hillary Anyomi Keren Grant philbert kuria Ruth Mbabazi Susan Namyalo Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

🎓 Stanford drops free AI lectures from Andrew Ng

Stanford has begun releasing a new open series of AI lectures led by Andrew Ng, the Coursera founder and pioneer of modern machine learning education.

🔸 Covers neural network training, AI agent design, and career-building in AI
🔸 Taught by Andrew Ng himself, returning to his Stanford teaching roots
🔸 Includes hands-on examples and practical labs using current AI frameworks
🔸 Designed for both beginners and professionals seeking to deepen ML foundations
🔸 Available free online, part of Stanford’s push to make AI education globally accessible

Decade after decade, Andrew Ng keeps doing what AI models can’t: teaching humans how to think like machines.

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Everyone who says "work-life balance" has one of these:

1) Already has the resources to let them have the balance [social networks, financial capital, etc.]
2) Has access to resources that would make it an insult if they don't achieve work-life balance. 
3) Doesn't feel the need for high achievement. 

But if you are coming from a background that requires 10x the work towards resources and resourcefulness, you shut your mouth and give in to relentless work for a solid amount of years. 

What really bothers me is the annoying ignorance of those whose structures and infrastructure—money [both old and new], networks, relationships, etc.—set them up in a station where they just have to steward well what is given them. 

When a graduate/young person says "work-life balance," I typically ask for their background to find what is informing their present. Then I ask for the kind of future they want to build.

If they are as ambitious as I hope most young people are, I quickly let them know that building the future they want requires they "give up balance for a few years of their lives so that they can have the balance for the rest of their lives." 

While there are global tools and resources to help anyone achieve anything, I also encourage them to contextualize the application and use of these resources. Know where you are from. 

You are better off working hard and ruthlessly beyond balance early on so that there's no regret in your older years over whether or not you wasted your youth. 

But while you are working hard, from my perspective then, the practice of some theological truths informs this hard work: 

1) Productive work is commanded in the Bible (Gen 1). Rest is also commanded (Gen 1-3)
2) Since the fall, work has lost its natural productivity. The "noetic effects of sin" have taken over human nature and social structures, including work.  (Gen 3)
3) Work will not necessarily yield the productivity or results it is supposed to. (Gen 3)
4) Christ restores work and rest (Matt. 11; John 5)
5) The entire creation and us wait for the full restoration (Rom 8)
6) While we are here we work as if for Christ and for the Glory of God (Col 3:23)
7) We also work reductively, restoratively, and with faith. 

Anyway, work hard.


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1X opens pre-orders for NEO, the AI-powered home robot

1X has officially started taking pre-orders for NEO, its autonomous household robot designed to handle daily chores and tasks.

🔸 Customers can either subscribe for $500 per month or buy NEO outright for $20,000, which includes a three-year warranty and premium support.
🔸 The robot operates fully autonomously, but if it encounters a task it can’t perform, a human operator can remotely teach it new skills in real time, though the company says this only happens when necessary.
🔸 Users can also control NEO remotely through a mobile app or VR headset from anywhere in the world.
🔸 Shipments are scheduled to begin in 2026.

1X envisions NEO as a practical step toward personal robotics not just a gadget, but a home assistant that learns, adapts, and evolves alongside its owner.

AVODA Blue 2025- August Cohort Profiles

Name: Caroline B. N. Asiimwe
Business: Interior Design & Wellness Foods

Background
Caroline has been pursuing a Christ-centered approach to business for years, combining her creative talents with her desire to make a meaningful community impact. She has experience in both interior design and food production.

Aspirations
She aims to grow her businesses significantly while leaving a lasting legacy that positively impacts her community through sustainable and wellness-focused solutions.

Faith & Business Vision
As a Christian entrepreneur, Caroline integrates her faith into her work by employing women, supporting their spiritual and professional growth, and encouraging Kingdom values such as stewardship and tithing. She runs Tulye Foods Limited, a wellness foods company producing superfoods, spice herbs, and holistic teas using natural and organic processes. 

She seeks to expand her impact by providing sustainable employment, promoting health, and setting an example of ethical and faith-driven business practices.

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If you are an entrepreneur looking at diving into entrepreneurship and are considering what your options are, DM so we can chat about your journey. 

You can also 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙑𝙊𝘿𝘼 𝘽𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢 𝙉𝙊𝙒. It starts August 09th.

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😱 Prisons, Torture, and Crypto Scams: The Fall of Cambodia’s “Billionaire” Chen Zhi

Chen Zhi, the flashy founder of Prince Holding Group, once hailed as Cambodia’s richest man, has been hit with a U.S. Department of Justice case after $15 billion in bitcoin was seized from him. Behind his conglomerate’s glossy facade of real estate, finance, and “social progress,” investigators allege a global web of fraud, torture, and human exploitation.

🖱 Prince Holding Group, active in 30 countries, allegedly ran private labor camps in Cambodia, fortified complexes where hundreds of people were detained and forced to operate crypto and investment scams targeting victims worldwide.

🖱 Victims were tricked through fake “profitable investment” pitches, while call centers with thousands of phones generated billions in stolen funds, later laundered through the Group’s legal businesses, including gambling and mining.

🖱 The U.S. seized 127,271 bitcoins linked to Chen Zhi, worth about $15 billion, from “non-custodial wallets” under his control. Documents found reportedly show Chen designed the money-laundering flows, kept photos of torture, and even beat detainees himself.

🖱 Ironically, just last year Chen Zhi was awarded “Entrepreneur of the Year” and “Visionary Leader in Social Progress.”

From polished billionaire to accused crime lord, Chen Zhi’s story reveals the dark evolution of some Southeast Asian conglomerates, where luxury, crypto, and coercion blend into a chilling new kind of global crime network.

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