Axalio

Acquired 9.5K+ users through an early teaser campaign and conducting 400+ surveys to promote financial inclusion and focus strategy. 

Head a global team, establishing strategic partnerships with technology providers and geopolitical entities, and offering low-fee banking products and investment opportunities. 

Join us in our mission to create a world where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and prosper.

Founder & CEO

Pan-African Tech Foundation

Supervised all activities and steer a team of experts across sub-regional hubs, contributing to Africa's sustainable development. 

Coordinated and covered 3 bootcamps for Francophone sub-regional hubs between August 2021 and 2022, helping the implementation of emerging technologies and providing support to organizations across the continent.

Non-Executive Director

Cryptovecs Capital

Processed $5M+ OTC transactions and facilitated a $42M strategic partnership with AS Roma for Zytara Labs.

Addressed attendees at conferences in 10+ countries on four continents, building a professional network and partnerships in blockchain, digital assets, and DeFi.

Innovecs Consulting

Improved sales by 40% and relieved 60 hours/week on job bag management for 150+ sales reps in exhibition and conferencing department with an online portal.

Reduced cost by 30% and pushed revenue growth through business development.

The World Bank Treasury (IBRD • IDA)

Managed a $71M budget for deploying a 4,500 Km optic-fibre network in DRC, assuring optimal resource utilization and timely project completion. 

Optimised resource allocation, resulting in a 300% increase in project funding compared to previous terms.

Focal Point to the Minister of Portfolio

MiiPayy

As the co-founder and technology strategist of MiiPayy, I was leading the innovative thinking in revolutionizing the South African mobile payments market. Our platform was being built to enable smartphone users to make payments securely, quickly, and without the hassle of carrying physical payment methods.

Co-Founder & Technology Strategist

Adlistic

As the co-founder and Executive Director of Adlistic, I led the development of a new and innovative technology company that revolutionized the advertising industry by solving a common problem faced by advertisers worldwide.

John Wanamaker's famous quote "Half of the money I spend on advertising is wasted; the trouble is, I don't know which half" still holds true today. Adlistic addresses this issue by providing accurate reporting and measurement of consumer engagement with ads across all mediums, including TV, print, online, radio, and magazines.

Our revolutionary technology at Adlistic offers advertisers unparalleled insights into their campaigns, enabling them to make data-driven decisions and optimize their ad spending.

Co-Founder & Executive Director

Nozukoalulutho Holdings

As a Non-Executive Director, I led "Special Projects" at our company, which involved connecting competent black suppliers to clients with diverse procurement needs in any commodity. My focus was on building strong and close relationships with various suppliers to understand their core strengths, weaknesses, and their abilities to deliver on the most demanding and challenging projects while keeping a focus on their Enterprise Development requirements.

Non-Executive Director & Project Manager

Standard Bank Group

Increased customer satisfaction ratings by 20% through effective communication and relationship management, ensuing in a boost in business growth. 

Saved $500,000 annually and cut down weekly workload by 15 hours by enforcing and maintaining a productivity statistics database in compliance with corporate policies.

Project Manager & Solution Delivery Manager

JRB Solutions

At JRB Solutions, I was a Managing Director and Founder of a software development consulting firm. My core responsibilities included developing a strategic plan to steer positive impact in the South African market, implementing growth plans, and ensuring that I aligned the organizational structure and management team to implement the business plan in a functional and cost-effective manner.

In addition, I introduced profitable and competitive products and services into the target market, managed day-to-day activities to meet financial objectives, and marketed the brand amongst the business community, media, and key stakeholders in the government and private sector.

As the company evolved into Innovecs Consulting, I played a key role in the re-branding effort to provide better and improved services to our customers while employing additional technologies and providing more professional services. I also maintained relationships with technology companies, CRM companies, partners, customers, and professional networks to support business growth.

Founder & Managing Director

As founder of JRB Solutions, I managed CRM implementations using our deployment methodology, conducted requirements workshops, customized reports, and provided post-implementation support. I also helped to define structural and cultural changes to achieve goals, designed and conducted business solution testing, and planned efforts to identify value creation opportunities for clients.

Senior Customer Relationship Management Consultant, Developer

Created Windows and Web solutions based on customer requirements and recommendations, utilizing innovative technologies for development team success. 

Cooperated with developers to stabilize and test Web solutions for products/projects, ensuring user satisfaction and project success.

Senior Software Developer

Advancing Sustainability and NetZero Goals. Empowering Small-Scale Miners with Blockchain. Advocate for DeFi & Financial Equity

I have over 17 years of experience in IT leadership, software development, and digital transformation. I have managed complex projects and programs across various industries. My expertise lies in client relationship management, consulting and solutions delivery, risk management, leadership, and communication. I have a record of accomplishment of generating quantifiable success.

Currently, I am the CEO and founder of Axalio where I lead a team of seven building unique products to transform the finance industry by leveraging blockchain technology to empower underserved communities. 

During my tenure at Standard Bank Group, I led a team of four developers and eight support engineers. Together, we improved internal processes for key departments such as compliance, governance, legal, and fraud. Our efforts also led to increased revenues for the PBB retail sector within the bank. At another previous employer, I identified new revenue drivers and increased sales by over 180% in less than six months by deploying CRM solutions and integrating several ERPs with blue chip companies.

I have a hands-on leadership style, and I align sales processes with leading-edge technologies. I have a strong sense of leadership that guides each team member to reach their full potential, and I always align sales teams and developers and organize meetings to achieve buy-in on key directives.

Through decentralized finance and ESG-conscious solutions, I am unlocking the potential for better financial health and wealth creation for people in Africa and the world.

If you catch me outside of work, I'm an adventurous traveler - 35 countries and counting - and an avid lover of tennis!

Competencies: Software Development, Blockchain, DeFi, Web 3.0, Entrepreneurship, Customer Relations, Managing Teams, Strategic Partnerships, Business Strategy.

Feel free to connect with me to learn on LinkedIn or contact me directly on john@axalio.com or on Twitter (@JohnLombela) to learn more about Axalio, blockchain technology, or our mission to empower the underserved. I am always looking to grow my personal and professional network and share experiences.

John Lombela

City of Chattanooga

Deputy Chief Information Officer

SCENIC LAND COMPANY, LLC

Director of Investor Relations

Apex Group Ltd

•	Championed the development and advancement of a robust pipeline of new business opportunities, with a focus on nurturing prospects launching funds, resulting in an expanded client base. Meticulously tracked deals and closings using SalesForce, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the sales process.

Senior Vice President Business Development

Prime Trust

•	Developed the first partnership program for the firm, creating a framework to enable, equip and empower partners to build mutually beneficial strategically aligned relationships, drive internal business value by positively impacting our key revenue metrics, and create go-to-market strategies that align cross-functionally with key stakeholders and their objectives and key results.
•	Formulated a comprehensive go-to-market (GTM) strategy that tackled intricate challenges and offered innovative solutions to partners, positioning oneself as a trusted advisor and client advocate. This approach resulted in the closure of over $600k in deals and the development of a $1.3mm pipeline from partners within the initial 6 months.
•	Revolutionized internal infrastructure and compliance documents, overseeing the overhaul of contracts and the implementation of process improvement strategies to fortify standard operating procedures. 
•	Spearheaded the introduction of a referral fee incentive program, further incentivizing partner engagement and collaboration.
•	Distinguished as the executive partner relationship manager, represented the organization at prominent industry events including Bitcoin Miami and Money 2020. Engaged with existing and prospective partners, delivered thought leadership to an expanding market, and shared best practices across financial entities, amplifying the firm's presence and influence within the industry.

Vice President Strategic Partnerships

•	Played a pivotal role as a strategic leader and program manager, collaborating closely with the SVP and COO of North America to drive key internal organizational strategic initiatives and lead demand generation efforts across the entire domestic sales organization comprising 216 account executive sales representatives.

Head of Transformation, ISM North America

•	Played a pivotal role in the end-to-end customer success journey for a prestigious roster of clients including Bridgestone, Limited Brands, NTT Data, Ryder, Ross, LyondellBasell, Duke Energy, Florida Power and Light, IHG, National Australia Bank, and Fortesue Metals. Collaborated closely with stakeholders across various functions to ensure seamless implementation and alignment with client objectives, driving significant value and fostering long-term partnerships.

Financial Working Capital Strategist

•	Formulated data-driven working capital strategies for SAP Ariba's top enterprise customers, leveraging Discount Management software to strengthen the financial supply chain and optimize workflows and capital strategies. This initiative drove significant value for both SAP Ariba and its enterprise clientele.
•	Brought the first ever, in country, Discount Management GTM Solution in Australia and New Zealand.

Director of Payments and Financing, Australia and New Zealand

Working Capital Senior Consultant

DeMoss Capital, Inc.

•	Executed trades directly through brokers and online platforms, employing a strategic approach to monitoring performance across all client portfolios. Identified trends, mitigated risk, and optimized returns, showcasing a keen ability to drive financial success for clients.

Investment Trading Analyst

EAS Advisors, LLC

•	Provided comprehensive support to the client advisory team throughout the entirety of the client experience life cycle. This encompassed initiating client contracts, facilitating options packages, revisions, and renegotiations, thereby enhancing client satisfaction and retention.

Head Of Investor Relations

Ospraie Management, LLC

Commodity Investor Relations Analyst

Gruss Co., LLC

•	Attended current and prospective investor meetings with portfolio manager to give fund updates
•	Liaised with capital introduction groups to discuss and track prospective investors and raise capital for the funds
•	Oversaw all marketing and investor relations activity in the New York office and reported to Director of IR in UK
•	Developed and maintained internal documentation process and record keeping in accordance with SEC requirements 
•	Maintained client and prospect database, fund distribution lists and capital balance information in PerTrac CRM system

Investor Relations

U.S. Trust Company

­   · Supported Managing Director in Wealth Management group with relationships of $600 million in AUM
   · Communicated and met directly with clients and intermediaries to discuss asset allocation strategies and provided detailed
        account and performance information
   · Monitored asset allocation and formulated diversification strategies based on client risk profile, cash flow analysis, and
        client wealth and income projections

Wealth investment specialist 

Welcome to my LinkedIn profile! I'm an accomplished business consultant and executive with over two decades of experience driving growth, forging strategic partnerships, and revolutionizing customer success strategies across diverse industries globally. My journey has been marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence, a commitment to innovation, and a passion for creating lasting value for both clients and organizations.

Experience that Shapes Success 
Throughout my career, I've had the privilege to lead transformative initiatives at renowned organizations such as Apex Group LTD, SAP AG, and Prime Trust. As Senior Vice President of Business Development at Apex Group LTD, I championed the expansion of our client base by nurturing prospects and fostering meaningful connections. My strategic vision and meticulous tracking of deals resulted in a significant boost in revenue and market presence.

Building Strategic Partnerships with Purpose 
During my tenure as Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Prime Trust, I pioneered the development of the firm's first partnership program. Through collaborative efforts and a focus on mutual benefit, I cultivated strategic alliances that drove substantial revenue growth and positioned Prime Trust as a trusted advisor in the crypto industry. Representing the organization at esteemed events like Bitcoin Chattanooga, Bitcoin Miami and Money 20/20 allowed me to share insights and amplify our influence within the digital financial ecosystem.

Innovative Customer Success Solutions 
One of my proudest accomplishments has been the development and implementation of scalable customer success strategies at SAP AG. As Head of Transformation and later Head of Working Capital Strategy Australia and New Zealand, I spearheaded initiatives that optimized workflows, strengthened financial supply chains, and delivered unparalleled value to our enterprise clients. By fostering long-term partnerships and executing innovative programs like customer onboarding and advocacy, I drove significant increases in customer lifetime value and revenue growth globally.

Outside of Work
I LOVE to play golf.  I am also a long distance runner.  I am a mama  to a 9 year old son.  I have lived in Atlanta, NYC, Sydney Australia, and Chattanooga, TN. 

Let's Connect & Explore Opportunities 
I'm passionate about forging new connections, sharing insights, and exploring opportunities for collaboration. I'd love to connect and discuss how we can create value together. Feel free to reach out, and let's embark on a journey of growth and success!

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