Unoma Okorafor Ph.D.
Founder & CEO - Herbal Goodness, WAAW Foundation
Description
I’m Dr. Unoma Okorafor, a passionate entrepreneur, global thought leader, and impact-driven founder dedicated to building businesses and platforms that create meaningful change. I am the Founder and CEO of Herbal Goodness, a premium wellness company that manufactures organic superfoods and herbal supplements for immune support, energy, and overall wellness. Our mission is not only to promote health through nature’s gifts, but also to empower communities through ethical sourcing and sustainability. I’m also the Founder of WAAW (Working to Advance Science and Technology Education for African Women) Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the pipeline of African women in STEM fields through education, mentorship, and leadership training. Over the years, WAAW has impacted thousands of young women across the continent—nurturing innovation, confidence, and purpose. I hold a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering and have spent my career at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and impact. I’m particularly passionate about building ecosystems that uplift women and underserved communities while driving sustainable business growth. What I’m great at: Visionary leadership – seeing opportunity where others see challenges Strategic execution – turning big ideas into scalable systems and measurable results Empowering teams – nurturing leaders who take ownership and deliver with excellence Bridging profit and purpose – building enterprises that grow revenue.