Stefanie Otwori

Stefanie Otwori is a current senior at the university of Texas at Austin. She’s majoring in psychology with a bachelors of arts in and minors in business and French.

Dr. Samuel Gwaya. He has been a nurse for 17 years, a state investigator for over ten years, a Board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for two years. He has a doctorate in leadership. He is experienced in working with people undergoing crises like those who are suicidal, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, anxiety and depressive disorders. 

Dr. Kaniaru is a board certified Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine physician who is passionate about preventing and reversing lifestyle diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and like diseases. 

She was born and raised in Kisii, then immigrated to the US after high school. Kaniaru attended Rutgers University then joined Loma Linda University School of Medicine, where she obtained her medical degree.

Dr. Kaniaru is married and has 2 kids ages 10 and 8

She is the author of “The future of medicine”- how to prevent and reverse chronic diseases, to be launched in September 19th 2023. Her goal is to coach people on how to use whole food plant-based nutrition to prevent and reverse diseases.

Daudi Onsongo joined Intel in July of 2018 as a Principal Engineer in Analog Test and Validation.  He has over 20 years of experience in technical disciplines spanning Semiconductor Process Technology Development, IC Design and Silicon Validation.  He thrives in the intersection of design and process technology – and has built a career around it.  He holds 12 patents and has authored or co-authored more than 25 publications.  Daudi received his B.S.E.E, M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin in 1996, 2000 and 2003 respectively. From 2003-2006, Daudi worked on process development and yield ramp of IBMs 90nm and 65nm SOI technology nodes.  In 2006 he accepted a position in an IBM MSIP design team working on high speed SERDES I/O and delivered designs from 65nm down to 14nm.  In addition, he played a key role representing the design team in design-technology-enablement interlocks, where he advocated for design team needs. In April 2015, 

Daudi left IBM to take a role in Qualcomm’s Data Center Group where his charter was technical oversight of all SoC development activities related to and dependent on Silicon technology.  He provided technical direction to the team through concept, design, tape-out, and new product introduction of the industry’s first ARM-based Server Chip in 10nm (Qualcomm Centriq 2400).  In his current role at Intel, Daudi leads development of technical strategies and methodologies to achieve increase yield and ensure high quality analog validation across Intel’s broad offerings.  He also oversees the development of methodologies and improved coverage and execution of post-Silicon Electrial Validation.  Finally, Daudi provides technical direction for Server HSIO post-Si validation and is actively involved in developing the next generation of Intel technologists.  

Daudi lives in Dripping Springs TX with his wife Vanice, son Marasi (12yrs) and daughter Lydia (11yrs).  He is originally from Kenya and considers the Austin TX area his second home.

  Pr. Joel Rosana MDiv, CPE, MBA.

Pr. Joel Rosana is accomplished preacher and motivational speaker at The Potential Institute. He Holds a Master of Divinity (MDiv) from Andrews University in Berrien Springs Michigan and master’s in business administration from Western Governors University – Utah. He is a trained and certified Hospital Chaplain.

Pr. Rosana is the Founder & President of The Potential Institute, a global space that inspire humanity of all races, gender, and age to live to their fullest potential. The Potential Institute is bed rocked on the principle that “your gifting is not behind you, your gifting is not ahead of you, your gifting is not besides you, rather your gifting is WITHIN YOU.” The Potential Institute’s Pillars are Identify, Cultivateand Unleash (ICU). In The Potential Institute, the Principle of Self-Manifestation is the guiding principle.

• “People are not looking for you, they are looking for what you are carrying (potential/gifting). And if you don’t manifest or unleash what you are carrying (potential/gifting) the world will ignore you. Because you exist does not mean you are going to be successful. Because you are on the planet Earth, does not mean that people are going to notice you. You can live an entire life and not be noticed by humanity. We can bury you in the cemetery and will never know you were here except for that tomb stone. And the reason is because most of the humans on Earth live on Planet Earth but never manifest/unleash themselves. Your gifting will make impact if you can identify it, cultivate it and then unleash it to the world.”

The Potential Institute guides humanity through our Three pillars of Identification, Cultivication and Unleashfication, to live to their highest potential as the Almighty God designed them. Pr. Rosana’s favorite scripture is from Eccl. 9:10 - “Whatever your hands finds to do, do it with all your might; for there is no work or device, or knowledge or wisdom in the grave where you are going.”

 Dr. Kefa M. Otiso is Professor of Urban and Economic Geography at Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio. He is a past President of the Kenya Scholars and Studies Association and past Commissioner on Ohio’s New African Immigrants Commission. He’s the author of many academic journal articles, books, and press commentaries on topics such as African immigration to the United States. His most recent co-edited book is African Immigrants and the American Experience: Race, Anti-Black Violence, and the Quest for the American Dream (published by Lexington Press in 2023).

David Angwenyi is the Founder and CEO of Global Connections Kenya (GCK) LLC. He teaches Biology at Hopewell Valley Central High School in Pennington, New Jersey. 

Since graduating with a bachelor’s degree from Saint Peters University, earning a master’s in science education from Rutgers University, and a Ph.D. from Capella University, David has spent over 15 years with a focus on providing students with experiential learning beyond the classroom. 

David Angwenyi is an educator and philanthropist dedicated to expanding the horizons of people from around the globe.  David’s global outreach began in 2007 when he led a group of high school students from Hopewell, New Jersey, on a service-learning trip to his birthplace, Nyanchonori Village, Kenya. There, the students worked to develop projects that improved local village life while enriching their perspectives. David has traveled with hundreds of students from the United States to Kenya, enriching the lives of everyone with whom they interact.  

David Angwenyi enjoys creating opportunities to teach students about international conflict management and peace building using an interdisciplinary approach that connects science to solving social issues. David was recently selected by the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) to join the 2023 Global Peace Teachers Program cohort.

As an accomplished global leader, David Angwenyi has devoted his personal and professional career to finding ways to link communities and share innovative ideas to improve living conditions for all people. David has developed a flagship program called Kenya Cultural Diplomacy Initiative (KCDI) in collaboration with the University of Nairobi DDIS to link American children of Kenyan descent with their culture. Learn more about KCDI at www.kcditravel.org

David and his wife Judith are raising four exceptional children, emphasizing developing children who understand our role in a connected world.

Jacob Ongaki, Ph.D., is a professor of higher education at CMU with many years of academic and professional experience in accounting and finance within the mutual fund industry (accounting, taxation, shareholder distributions and disclosures, and compliance). 

Dr. Ongaki is a Co-founder of Grand Granite Diaspora SACCO and Investment. He’s proud of the SACCO/Investment members. He is happy to be associated with Minto's mission and vision of supporting our communities. The main purpose is to create opportunities for individuals and businesses that translate to uplifting the lives of many people. As a SACCO founder, creating members’ financial sovereignty and a culture of volunteerism, accountability, trust, and safeguarding members’ assets are critical tenants of sustainable organizations “Together we uplift lives and transcend into greater heights”. 

Lastly, he challenges us all (individuals and leaders) to form a cohesive culture of volunteerism and encourages people in leadership to volunteer and sacrifice their resources to build a firm foundation. 

Dr. Ongaki is also a VP of One Voice Consortium (OVC) in which he recently chaired the One Voice Consortium business expo in Washington, DC. OVC engages, advances, preserves, and develops strategies for the welfare of the Diaspora fulfillment. 

Despite the many challenges and obstacles in his life, Dr. Ongaki is thankful for many opportunities and believes every individual has the potential to grow and succeed well. Dr. Ongaki resides with his family in Grand Junction, Colorado.  

Public Health Officer Denton County| 

Eminent Peace Ambassador of the United Nations

Born in Nyakoiba Village, Bomachoge Chache Constituency of Kisii County, Job Nyangenya Omanga, is  community organizer, A politician who contested for Bomachoge Chache Member Of Parliament seat in 2022 albeit unsuccessfully.  Job works with Denton County as a Public Health Officer and was vetted this year by the United Nations as a Eminent Peace Ambassador during the 2023 High Level Political Forum. 

Nyangenya is a family man married to Lydia Kerubo and blessed with 4 children, 2 boys and 2 girls.  Nyangenya has 2 Bachelors Degree ; 1.  Public Health from Excelsior University in Newyork and Emergency Administration and Planning from University of North Texas.  Currently pursuing masters degree in Political Science at the University of North Texas.

Dr. Agnes Aondo, the CEO and founder of Nasa healthcare services-  a medical center that treats chronic illness and sickness, promotes health education and disease prevention . Dr Aondo is passionate about patient care, she is a leader, an advocate, an educator and also a motivational speaker empowering women of all ages. 

Dr. Agnes Aondo will be enlightening MINTO on matters pertaining health.

Fredrick Areba, DBA.

Fred has more than 15 years of experience in the corporate world in financial and management accounting, corporate finance, taxation, and management. Fred is also an educator with more than 4 years of experience as a professor of Accounting, Finance, Taxation, and Management at Fitchburg State University in Fitchburg Massachusetts. Additionally, Fred serves as a member of the supervisory committee and chairman of the Exploration Committee at Grand Granite Diaspora Sacco. 

Fred is also a co-founder and partner at All American Tax Express LLC, Ample Trust Ltd, Kenmass Co. Ltd. and Paradise Heights Ltd. Fred obtained his bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MS in Accounting and Taxation from American International College, Springfield MA, and DBA from Grand Canyon University, Phoenix AZ. Fred lives in Leominster, Massachusetts with his family.

 David is the founder and President of Diaspora Capital Group, Inc. (https://diasporacapitalgroup.com) an organization dedicated to reforming the Diaspora economic ecosystem by redirecting capital to growth industries in Kenya including Real Estate, e-commerce, etc. David is committed to the establishment of a strong economic development framework upon which Kenyans in the Diaspora channel their capital for investments. He is also the organizer of the PROPOSED Diaspora Federal Credit Union, a banking organization currently in the chartering process designed as an online banking platform to meet the diaspora community’s unique banking & investment needs. He is also the co-founder and chairman of the Association of Kenyan Diaspora Organizations, Inc. (https://akdoi.org) an organization dedicated to the advancement of the unity and common welfare of the Kenyan Diaspora around the world. Our motto is – “One Diaspora, One Voice”. 

Johnes Monyoncho hails from a very humble background-born and raised in Kegutu village, Kisii County. He describes himself as “a recipient of grace,” because of the many challenges he overcame as a child. He believes life is a gift that needs to be nurtured, developed, and then served to humanity.

He holds a Doctor of Nursing degree from the University of Texas Arlington, and has served as a community mental health provider for 12 years. He sees his mission as a community mental health advocate. 

He is married, and dedicated to his family and is actively involved in his local church. 

 Founder and CEO, AfriThrive Inc.  

Dr. Truphena Choti is an embodiment of resilience, innovation, and purposeful leadership. As the Founder and CEO of AfriThrive Inc, she has dedicated her life to the pursuit of humanitarian relief and development, not only within her community but also on the global stage.

Born into a world of challenges and opportunities, Dr. Choti's interest in social welfare began at a young age. Her intellectual curiosity led her to pursue academic excellence, earning a master's degree from Georgia State University and culminating in a PhD in International Education Policy from the University of Maryland, College Park.

Dr. Choti's vision for AfriThrive Inc was born out of her commitment to channeling her knowledge and experience into building a better world. At AfriThrive, she runs the daily business operations and works closely with the Board of Directors and staff to steer the organization toward its strategic goals. Over the years, she has implemented USG humanitarian projects, tirelessly working towards empowering communities and improving lives. But Dr. Choti's passion does not end with AfriThrive. She chairs the board of directors of Thrive Ventures Africa Inc, an entity that shares her commitment to fostering economic empowerment in the African continent.

A renowned advocate for social empowerment, Dr. Choti has made significant contributions to her community. Her work in community development has not gone unnoticed; she has been honored with numerous awards that testify to her relentless pursuit of empowering individuals at the grassroots level. Her many awards include the July 2023 award by the United States Senator Chris van Hollen who recognized Dr. Choti for her exemplary contributions to the African Diaspora community.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Dr. Choti is a dedicated mentor, guiding the next generation of leaders through her wisdom, experience, and encouragement. She understands that real change begins with inspiring young minds, and she is committed to nurturing the potential in others. 

Dr. Choti's voice resonates not only within the walls of her organization but also on international platforms. As a speaker, she eloquently shares her insights, challenges, and victories, inspiring others to take up the mantle of social responsibility.

Perhaps surprisingly, Dr. Choti also finds solace and purpose in farming. To her, farming is not just a profession; it's a symbol of growth, nourishment, and a connection to the earth. Her work as a farmer parallels her broader mission of sowing seeds of positive change and watching them flourish.

Dr. Truphena Choti's story is one of dedication, innovation, and unyielding commitment to a cause greater than herself. Her work with AfriThrive Inc, Thrive Ventures Africa Inc, and within her community paints a portrait of a leader who sees beyond the present, striving for a future where development, empowerment, and sustainability are not mere words but a tangible reality.

Whether it is her role as the visionary leader of AfriThrive Inc, her work as a mentor and speaker, her commitment to community development, or her connection to the land as a farmer, Dr. Choti embodies a multifaceted approach to making a difference in the world.

Her story is a true testimony of resilience, compassion, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. She is a leader with an open mind, a huge dream and her story continues to inspire. Her legacy will undoubtedly shape the future of humanitarian efforts and sustainable development for generations to come. Dr. Truphena Choti is the wife to Prof. Charles Choti and mother of three young adults, Mandela, Gisemba and Nyarangi. Dr. Choti is a Seventh Day Adventist and serves as an Elder at Living Springs SDA Church. She is also a Master Guide and serves on the Executive Committee of the Allegheny East Conference Pathfinder Association. 

For more details about her work and initiatives, please visit AfriThrive Inc.

Empowerment starts with a vision and the courage to act upon it." - Dr. Truphena Choti