Summary
Martha Wurm is a data scientist and entrepreneur with 13 years of international experience building tech education and market presence across Africa and now based in London. She founded and ran a coding school with operations in Kenya and South Sudan, led marketing outreach for Minerva Schools, and helped Autodesk establish a foothold in Africa. A seasoned public speaker, she has presented at conferences in major global cities and once interviewed Bill Gates, reflecting strong storytelling and stakeholder engagement skills. Her work has been recognized by an Anzisha Prize nomination and by UNESCO’s “Searching for Martha” campaign encouraging women in entrepreneurship and technology. Currently completing a business degree at Minerva Schools, she blends data-focused technical capability with practical entrepreneurial and growth experience. An unusual strength is her track record of turning local educational initiatives into internationally visible programs, combining on-the-ground leadership with strategic partnerships.
13 years of coding experience
Bachelor’s Degree, Business, Bachelor’s Degree, Business at Minerva Schools at KGI
The Kenya High School
Kiswahili, English