Chidi Afulezi

Chidi Afulezi is a product sensei, digital insurgent, and ecosystem builder who helps organizations navigate digital transformation through product-centered models. With over two decades spanning Fortune 500 companies, African public sector entities and multinationals, and high-growth startups, he guides the next generation of product leaders and thinking globally.

As Managing Principal at redKola Digital Labs, Chidi coaches product teams at organizations including Delta Airlines, African Leadership University, Equity Group, Rwanda MINICT, Disney, and Walmart. His expertise was forged through executive roles at Turner Broadcasting, Sony Music, Time Warner, and AT&T Wireless, building products for brands like CNN, NBA Digital, Cartoon Network, and PGA Tour.

Through theZVG, where he serves as Managing Partner, Chidi has designed strategic communications products and signature events for partners including WHO, Aga Khan Foundation, and Mastercard Foundation. He serves as Head Faculty, Product at the Center for Reimagined Africa, and Product Coach at UC Berkeley Executive Education, Jasiri Talent Accelerator, and BimaLab Insurtech Accelerator.

Splitting time between Atlanta and major African markets, he bridges global organizations with the continent's emerging innovation ecosystem, chaired the 2025 Inspire Africa Conference, and keynotes at forums including TEDx, ProductFest, Transform Africa, Latitude59, and Estonia's Africa Business Forum.