RE4SG Speaker Details

Speaker

Pascal Nyiringango

Pascal has spent the last decade at the intersection of innovation, education, and venture development, driven by the conviction that university-born ideas can transform economies when backed by the right systems. As a researcher, his work has evolved into specialized expertise in building that infrastructure helping move bold research from the lab into the market as viable, scalable businesses. He approaches innovation through the lens of a serial entrepreneur, translating expertise into strategic roles that deliver both social impact and a clear return on investment (ROI). He specializes in bridging the gap between theory and practice through hands-on mentorship and venture development — a commitment backed by his success in mobilizing seed capital and international funding from partners including DAAD/GIZ, UNDP, SIDA/Chalmers, and the Inter-University Council of East Africa/World Bank, turning local ventures into scalable realities. Beyond the startup ecosystem, he has contributed to the growth of Rwanda's financial sector as Non-Executive Director at BPR Bank Plc. His perspective is shaped by a blend of international strategy, anchored by a Master's in Global Business from Milan, and a deep-rooted commitment to local development as a Lecturer at the University of Rwanda. Whether advising on intellectual property or navigating technology transfers, he is driven by accountability and a mission to empower the next generation of creators with the resources they need to scale. His research area is commercialisation and innovation management within cademic settings.