Sammy Kariuki

Co-Founder @ Kua Zone | Developing next generation innovators and entrepreneurs

👋 Hi, I’m Sammy Kariuki — Co-Founder, Kua Zone.

We are committed to creating a new wave of innovators, problem-solvers, and change-makers, by empowering the next generation with the technological and entrepreneurial mindsets and skills, and global networks they need to thrive.

Additionally, I have provided consulting services to renowned international organizations such as the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Conservation International (CI), the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the Netherlands Development Organization (SNV), and the African Wildlife Foundation [AWF]) engaged in research, the promotion of climate-smart technologies, financial inclusion, and the development of businesses and markets. Both personally and in my role as the founder of Tymax Agribusiness Solutions Limited. Climate change adaptation and mitigation projects are ongoing. 

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Co-Founded the global community “Founders Sunday”. It serves as a non-profit educational platform and support for founders in all continents of the world (1300 + start-ups/scale-ups) 

The community meets up every Friday 1 pm CET on Zoom for lively discussions related to the founders' journey (#founderscoffee☕️) 

For founders - by founders 💡 

Co-founders/ founders:  Håvard, Emilie, Gunvor, Dr. David, Nadia, Evaldas, Elena and Gilles.

Welcome to the “Founders Sunday” group 🚀

High Energy Sales Executive, Solutions Disruptor, Business Development, Multi-Unit Leader, Digital Retail Transformation, Global Mentor, Marketing Strategist, Servant Leader

As a results-focused leader with deep expertise in optimizing operations and increasing profitability, I bring a proven track record of transforming financial performance and strengthening client partnerships in dynamic retail environments. With a strategic approach to cost management, pricing, and operational excellence, I’ve consistently delivered impressive revenue gains and enhanced customer experiences across high-traffic university retail locations and digital channels.

Specialties:  Strategic Planning & Leadership | Team Building & Development | Stakeholder Engagement | Cost Optimization | Account Management Plans | Operational Excellence | Reporting & Presentations | Data-Driven Decision Making | Customer Satisfaction | Contract Negotiation | Staff Training & Development | Market Research & Analysis 

Key Career Highlights:
•	Increased gross margin by 97 basis points, generating an additional $550K through targeted cost management and operational improvements.
•	Secured Top National Accounts with a strategic financial presentation that elevated client engagement and delivered optimized outcomes. 
•	Achieved $9M in sales revenue and fulfilled $1.7M in eCommerce orders by refining operations, marketing, and customer experience strategies.
•	Reduced commission costs by $182K through restructured expense frameworks and optimized vendor and compensation agreements.
•	Maintained a 95% contract renewal rate over eight years by building trusted client relationships and consistently exceeding performance benchmarks. 
•	Recruited, retained, mentored and sponsored equipped and engaged leaders 

My strategic focus remains on leveraging and influencing data-driven insights to drive efficiency, exceed financial targets, and create exceptional value for both clients and customers.  

Let’s connect to discuss shared interests in building equipped teams, financial growth and customer engagement as called legacy leaders.

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