Blessing Phiri
Consultant, Public Speaker, and Electrical Engineer in Leicester, United Kingdom
Blessing Phiri is a dynamic UK-based Innovator, Business speaker, and Growth strategist with a passion for leveraging technology and entrepreneurship to drive positive change in communities. Born in Zimbabwe and with a diverse background in engineering, entrepreneurship, and leadership development, Blessing has established himself as a dynamic force in both the business and social sectors.
Professional Background:
As a professionally practicing Electrical and Automation Engineer, Blessing brings a unique blend of technical expertise and visionary leadership to his endeavours. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering from Chinhoyi University of Technology and has further honed his skills through specialized training in Robotics and Machine Vision at Western Kentucky University in the USA.
Leadership Development:
Blessing is committed to continuous learning and professional development, he is an alumnus of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) class of 2021, a prestigious leadership development program initiated by the United States government. He has also represented Zimbabwe in the USA for the Global uGRAD Exchange program sponsored by the US Department of State (IREX) and the Winter School Leadership Development Program conducted by Youth Empowerment and Transformation Trust (YETT) and Africa University (AU).
Entrepreneurship Ventures:
With a strong entrepreneurial spirit, Blessing is the founder of Don Minteiro, an award-winning bespoke formal menswear brand known for its commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices. Additionally, he is the visionary force behind Fundie Technologies, a tech start-up utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance access to quality educational materials for marginalized African students.
Achievements and Recognition:
During his stay in the United States, Blessing had the honour of being a guest at the White House during the Trump administration, facilitated by Senator Mitch McConnell. Back home, Blessing's entrepreneurial endeavours, and innovative contributions have garnered significant recognition at national and international platforms. He was the national winner of the Generation Unlimited Innovation Challenge organized by UNICEF and BOOST Fellowship through Fundie Technologies. In the same year, Phiri emerged as the winner of the Innovation Challenge organised by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP)