Michaella Rugwizangoga

Michaella Rugwizangoga has a diverse work experience in various organizations. Michaella served as a Council Member on the Global Council on Tourism and the Global Future Council on Mobility at the World Economic Forum. In their role, they contributed to promoting sustainable approaches in the global industry and played a part in redesigning sustainable destinations and practices in tourism. Additionally, they co-created new models and practices to ensure sustainability.

Michaella also worked as the Chief Tourism Officer at the Rwanda Development Board, where they played a crucial role in the development and promotion of tourism in Rwanda. Furthermore, they served as the Technology Partnerships Lead at the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, where they led the implementation of technology solutions in Rwanda, Kenya, Angola, and Senegal. Michaella successfully managed relationships with tech partners, development partners, governments, and the African Union.

Prior to these roles, Michaella was the Chief Executive Officer and Board Member at Volkswagen Mobility Solutions Rwanda, where they provided leadership and contributed to the growth of the company. Michaella also served as an Innovation Accelerator Project Officer at the Imbuto Foundation, managing and coordinating the implementation of a mentorship-driven program focused on adolescent health and population development.

Michaella's work experience also includes being the Brand Manager at Innovation Village, contributing to the design and development of the Rwanda National Coffee and Tea Brands. Additionally, they served as a Technical Advisor to the CEO at the Rwanda Development Board, providing strategic advice and coordination on various institutional activities.

Overall, Michaella Rugwizangoga has gained extensive experience in promoting sustainability, driving technological advancements, and contributing to the growth of various organizations.

Michaella Rugwizangoga's education history includes a Certification in Business Strategy from The Wharton School in 2020, an MSc. in Quality Control and Environmental Toxicology from RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau from 2011 to 2013, a Certification in Sustainable Development Goals (Women rights and Gender / Climate Change) from the Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI) in 2015 to 2016, a Certification in Business Leadership and Entrepreneurship from RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau in 2009, and a Bsc. in Quality Control and Environmental Toxicology from RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, Michaella obtained a certification in Business Strategy from Wharton Online in 2020.