Jambo. Hello. Bonjour.
Hi, I’m Maryann. I’m a storyteller, strategist and growth partner for ambitious brands breaking ground in emerging marketsI help companies scale through data-backed storytelling, sharp brand positioning and AI-powered marketing that connects with real people and drives results.
About Me
I’m a communications and growth consultant with a decade-long journey spanning software engineering, community management, sales & marketing, and customer success.I have consulted for clients across North America, Europe, and Asian markets but I’m most energized by helping brands navigate and win in emerging markets.People I work with call me: reliable, committed, funny, and competitive. I call myself a lifelong learner who uses tech, data, and storytelling to build memorable brand experiences.Currently, I work with companies in emerging markets (and brands looking to break in) to:
✅ Expand market reach
✅ Refine brand messaging
✅ Streamline content strategy
✅ Connect with global audiences through product storytelling & performance marketingIn my free time, I’m a cinephile who hikes, paints, and communes with my people.
What I Do Best
💡 Research & Business Development
I’ve led research projects from data collection to reporting, translating insights into strategy. With my startup Atote, I’m building the gold standard for African data — helping founders build better and investors make smarter decisions through research-backed intelligence.✍🏽 Editorial Writing
At Tech Safari, I produce the popular Sunday Roundup, covering top stories and funding news across African tech. In 9 months, I’ve helped grow our subs from 15K to 53K+, with a 40% open rate and 8% CTR.My personal newsletter The Afro Pivot Point now has 5K+ subscribers, all grown organically in 3 months. I write about business, tech, and venture capital from an African lens for a global audience.📈 Performance Marketing
At Africa Tech Space, I led marketing and GTM for their BPO wing. Within 6 months of launch, we hit consistent MRR and built diversified revenue streams with a 50+ person team.📣 Product Storytelling
I’ve worked with brands like Payd HQ, Jukwaa Sports, KOY Network, and Mama Fua App to bring their product stories to life — blending technical and user-facing narratives that drive engagement and trust.🌍 Community Management
From Zindi and Maasai Ventures to KOY Network and The Afro Pivot Point, I’ve helped communities grow into loyal brand ambassadors through intentional, human-centered community building.🤝 B2B Sales
I’ve also worked in enterprise sales with Jamii Telecommunications and ESET, selling technical solutions to large teams.
How I Work
🎯 Design Thinking: Tailored brand experiences rooted in empathy🔁 Agile Approach: Fast iteration and tight feedback loops📊 Data-Driven: Strategy guided by insight, not assumptions🌟 End-User Focused: If it doesn't serve people, it doesn’t scale.Above all, I aim for excellence — every time.
Some brands I've worked with...
I’ve worked with and for ambitious teams building for scale across Africa and global markets. These collaborations have spanned product storytelling, content strategy, sales, marketing campaigns, and community development.Each project has been driven by clear business goals and backed by a deep understanding of the audience
Wait, there's more...
These are just a few of the brands I’ve supported. I’ve also worked behind the scenes on ecosystem-shaping projects in fintech, SaaS, digital media, and BPO.My approach blends strategy, execution, and creativity to help founders and teams get closer to their goals. If you're building something meaningful, let's talk.
Pricing
💬 Consultation – $50
Pre-call onboarding & brand audit1-hour deep dive on goals, gaps & marketLive whiteboard sessionPriority matrix of next stepsCall recording + summary worksheet📦 Service Packages
Bronze – from $800Silver – from $1,200Gold – from $1,500
(Custom pricing available for longer-term projects.)
The proof of the pudding...
A note from someone who’s worked closely with me. Results, leadership, and day-to-day impact — all accounted for.
... is in the eating
One of my favorite compliments. A seasoned reader. A kind word. And the kind of feedback that reminds me why I do this work.
