Elli Banini

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About Elli Banini

I’m an experienced innovator and technology leader with a proven track record in driving digital transformation, expansion, and growth at the intersection of business and technology. Over the past decade, I’ve led global teams and helped organizations across Africa and beyond design, build, and scale products that deliver measurable impact.As Founder & CEO of Digiits, I lead a forward-thinking digital innovation company that builds world-class digital products and enterprise software solutions for clients across Europe, the UK, the US, EMEA, and Asia. Our offshore and dedicated teams in Africa partner with startups, scale-ups, and enterprises to deliver scalable, cost-efficient, and high-quality software from fintech and agritech platforms to AI, blockchain, and enterprise-grade systems.Beyond Digiits, I serve in a fractional capacity as advisor, CIO, CPO & CTO (all the o's) at various organizations. At other times, you might find me presenting a talk or guest-judging for tech-driven businesses. I have also consulted for global organizations, including USAID, GIZ, Mastercard Foundation, and others. My professional journey spans software engineering, digital product development, innovation management, business strategy, and technology consulting, helping both private and public institutions achieve sustainable digital transformation.I’m passionate about Africa’s growing role in global technology delivery, building and empowering dedicated tech teams across the continent to deliver innovation at a global scale. At Digiits, we’re focused on positioning Africa as the next big hub for ITO, digital transformation, and product development outsourcing, combining talent, innovation, and execution to help businesses scale smarter and faster.With an extensive background in computer engineering, innovation, and business, I bring together technical depth, leadership experience, and a strong strategic mindset. My leadership philosophy blends creativity, agility, and action, enabling teams and organizations to navigate change and unlock growth.Let’s connect, whether you’re exploring digital transformation, innovation consulting, or product development partnerships. Together, we can shape the next wave of technology and business success from Africa to the world.