Meet the
Pollen Patrollers Team

Decades of experience in agriculture, technology, and entrepreneurship

Who is Pollen Patrollers?

Pollen Patrollers' founders guide a team of beekeepers, engineers, data scientists, programmers, researchers, agriculturalists, and more who are committed to applying their diverse expertise to help secure the future of the world's food supply. By bringing the power of data science to bear on the critical role played by pollination in agriculture, Pollen Patrollers is working tirelessly to ensure the well-being of all pollinators.

Our Team

Margaret Wanjiku

Margaret Wanjiku

CEO & Founder

Community development leader passionate about pollinators, food security, and women's empowerment. Drives strategy, partnerships, and vision at Pollen Patrollers.

PeterAkech

Peter Akech

CTO

Microsoft Insider4Good Fellow and one of Kenya's top engineers. Developer of the first PAYGO system in Kenya. Leads IoT and AI innovation at Pollen Patrollers.

Julieta Wangui

Julieta Wangui

Co-Founder & COO

Operational strategist ensuring efficient deployment and scaling of smart hives and pollination services across Africa.

Charity Maina

Charity Maina

Co-Founder & Head of Business Development

Focuses on customer growth, partnerships, and revenue generation. Champion for farmer engagement and adoption.

Daniel Githumbi

Daniel Githumbi

Front-End Developer

Specialist in React, mobile/web apps, and IoT data visualization. Builds farmer-friendly dashboards for real-time insights.

Peter Akech

Peter Akech

Electronics Engineer

Expert in embedded systems and IoT hardware with 15+ years of experience designing solutions for African agriculture.

Marion Atieno

IoT Engineer

Leads hardware integration and device optimization for smart hives. Skilled in embedded systems and ensuring reliable field performance.

Ednah Njeri

Head of Partnerships & Engagement

Drives collaborations with cooperatives, NGOs, and global partners. Ensures strong community engagement and strategic alliances for scale.

Moses Irungu

Moses Irungu

IoT Engineer

Specializes in IoT device development and network optimization for smart hive systems. Expert in sensor integration and data transmission protocols for agricultural applications.

Scott Kariuki

Scott Kariuki

UI/UX Designer

Creates intuitive and accessible user interfaces for farmers and beekeepers. Focuses on user-centered design principles to ensure technology adoption across diverse communities.

Jack Maina

Jack Maina

Head Of Strategy

Steers Pollen Patrollers beyond traditional beekeeping and pollination services towards a future where we are an indispensable partner in global agriculture and ecological health.