Andrew Barden appointed to Fintech Association of Kenya board

Barden, who is the Chief Executive Officer of the Kenyan Wall Street, will serve for two years.

Announcing the appointment, FINTAK Chairman Duncun Motanya said Barden will help to accelerate strategic partnerships and entrench the role fintech will play in the economy for sustainable development.

"We are thrilled to welcome Andrew to our board. His insights, network, and expertise in driving fintech thought leadership and catalysing strategic partnerships will be invaluable as we work to strengthen FINTAK’s governance and advance the growth of Kenya's fintech sector. We greatly look forward to his contributions," Motanya said.

As a board member, Barden will lead FINTAK's Investment and Funding Committee, focusing on connecting emerging fintech startups with investors, organising fundraising events, and advocating for increased access to funding within the Kenyan fintech ecosystem.

"I'm honoured to join FINTAK’s board and contribute to driving the fintech industry’s growth in Kenya. I'm passionate about fostering collaboration, innovation and strategic funding initiatives that propel Kenyan fintech startups to greater heights. I look forward to working with the FINTAK team on this shared mission," Barden said on his part.

Barden is also credited for his role in organising the Africa Fintech Summit, and launching growth-driving newsletters like Africa's Weekly Fintech Review and The Weekly Brief.

FINTAK is the umbrella body for Kenya's fintech industry, which serves as a resource and forum for education, information sharing and networking between companies, policy makers, other associations and members of the public.