About us

WHat we do

Nurturing Exceptional Partnerships

At Nordic Bridge Partners AB, we are committed to fostering cross-border collaboration and facilitating business opportunities between Nordic and African enterprises. As a premier marketing research consultancy, we specialize in providing unparalleled insight into the minds and thoughts of businesses in both regions, empowering our clients with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions and seize lucrative opportunities.

Our Mission

To support African businesses in accessing the Nordic market, empower Nordic businesses in Africa, and aid Nordic companies in their expansion efforts.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be the leading partner for Nordic-African business collaboration, fostering a vibrant and sustainable economic ecosystem that drives growth, innovation, and prosperity for our clients, communities, and the environment, from a lower cost perspective.

who we are

Meet the team

Francis Otuoba

Co-CEO & Chief Future Architect

As the Chief Future Architect of Nordic Bridge Partner (NBP), Francis Otuoba designs and drives the company’s strategic growth, global partnerships, and innovative economic opportunities. With 15+ years in finance, venture capital, and behavioral economics, he combines expertise in public policy, governance, and investment banking to shape NBP’s transformative vision.

Francis holds a BSc and MSc in Economics, a Certificate in Business Law (London School of Business Administration), and advanced training in politics and governance. His leadership ensures NBP remains a bridge for transformative growth and collaboration.

Saliu Amedu

Co-Ceo & Business Development Director

With over 18 years of experience in banking, digital innovation, international trade and strategic market development, Saliu Amedu, has played a pivotal role in connecting businesses and opportunities across Scandinavia and Africa, unlocking new opportunities in emerging markets. Saliu understands the cultural and economic landscapes of both regions and guides companies through complex cross-border transactions and facilitating seamless trade partnerships.

Passionate about fostering sustainable growth and innovation, Saliu remains committed to driving innovation, creating value, and supporting the long-term success of clients operating within Scandinavian and African markets

Awa Karlsson

Innovation Manager

Awa Karlsson is a a Change Agent, Innovation Manager and Implementation Strategist.

With a strong drive for human sustainability, and with courage, curiosity, and an ability to create alignment and understanding, Awa helps organizations transform ideas into meaningful activities.

Awa's dedication, positive energy, and problem-solving skills have enabled her to create the conditions for building bridges for positive change, connecting diverse interests to build relationships and sustainable solutions.

Sanna Vihersaari

Communications Lead

With a dynamic background in stakeholder communications, brand management, and digital content creation, Sanna Vihersaari is a versatile communications specialist dedicated to delivering impactful messaging.

Her expertise spans internal and external communications, social media management, and visual consultation, ensuring brand consistency and audience engagement. Passionate about digital content, Sanna meticulously tailors messaging for the right target groups while maintaining high-quality standards.

A collaborative team player, Sanna thrives in fast-paced environments, seamlessly bridging the gap between business goals and audience needs. Her ability to translate ideas into compelling stories makes her a key player in any communications strategy.

E Charles Emmanuel

Student Admission Lead

Ekenedilichukwu Charles Emmanuel is a Certified HRM, seasoned leadership and communication strategist, coach, mentor, and human capital investor with more than a decade experience. He has guided over 500 individuals and startups across Africa, driving substantial results.

Founder of Vimedia Africa and Ekkolaptikos Institute of Strategic Leadership, Charles is passionate about education, media, and equipping young people. He's received awards for exemplary leadership and serves as President of the African Students Leadership Summit and the World Student Leadership Summit. With expertise in HR, media production, coaching, and cinematography, Charles is dedicated to helping others realize their potential and find fulfillment.

Sylva Obah

Capacity Development Lead

Sylva Obah is a full-stack software engineer, journalist, copywriter, and data analyst with hands-on experience developing and maintaining robust web applications that leverage cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation and solve complex business problems.

Sylva is leveraging a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Chemistry, a postgraduate in Investigative Journalism and an associate degree in Software Engineering as his foundational pillar. Sylva has a keen eye for storytelling and a passion for problem-solving, which seamlessly integrate to crafting innovative solutions that address complex business challenges to excel in the dynamic field of software engineering and project management.