Keith Tupac Gatiramu

About

Dynamic entrepreneur, marketing strategist, and media content creator with experience founding and managing ventures across business development, brand building, operations, and community initiatives. Focused on purpose-driven initiatives, media platforms, and stakeholder engagement that support social impact and growth.

Experience

• CEO & Co-founder
  I-Opener Limited
  Jan 2026 – Present

  Spearheaded the strategic relaunch of the company with a mission to empower boys and men through targeted programs, mentorship, and initiatives. Drives executive direction, governance, brand positioning, partnership models, strategic planning, and organizational growth.

• Founder & Podcast Host
  2020 – Present

  Founded and lead a platform and podcast focused on entrepreneurship, men's development, content creation, community building, and storytelling. Conceptualizes, produces, and hosts podcast episodes and media content; builds community through digital strategy, media distribution, brand partnerships, event creation, and strategic outreach.

• Co-founder
  Dealnest Limited
  Jan 2024 – Dec 2025

  Provided strategic vision and executive leadership to guide company direction and growth. Cultivated investor and fundraising relationships, represented the brand to corporate stakeholders and external partners, and advised internal teams on business development and operational execution.

• Operations Manager
  Alphadot Security Limited
  Sep 2022 – Dec 2023

  Managed day-to-day operations, streamlined workflows, logistics, and service execution to improve efficiency. Coordinated cross-functional teams and oversaw client project delivery schedules.

• Administration Assistant
  Office of MP Kibwezi West
  May 2020 – Sep 2022

  Supported public service administration, stakeholder coordination, document management, and constituency office operations. Assisted in organizing community outreach programs and managing communication channels between leadership and stakeholders.

• Sales & Marketing Intern
  Magnate Ventures
  Dec 2018 – Feb 2019

  Supported out-of-home media sales strategies, market research, and client account acquisition activities.

• Marketing Executive
  Versatile Photographers
  Sep 2018 – Jan 2020

  Developed and executed tailored marketing campaigns to promote photography and media services. Managed social media platforms, client inquiries, and lead generation initiatives.

• Associate Events Manager
  African Sports Network
  Nov 2017 – Nov 2018

  Co-managed event planning, logistics, brand activations, and promotional campaigns for sports events.

• CEO & Founder
  M-Power
  Jan 2016 – Dec 2016

  Founded and managed a youth empowerment initiative, leading community outreach and operational activities.

• Marketing Executive
  Kangethe & Mola Advocates
  Jan 2016 – Mar 2016
• IT Project Intern
  Alphadot Security
  Jan 2014 – Dec 2014

Education

• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
  Strathmore University
  Entrepreneurship; Marketing · 2016 – 2020
• International Baccalaureate (IB)
  St. Mary's School
  2013 – 2015
• IGCSE
  Jaffery Academy
  2003 – 2014

Skills

• Marketing 1 to 2 years
• Market research 3 to 6 months
• Sales 3 to 6 months
• Branding <3 months
• Content Creation 5 to 8 years
• Event Management 5 to 8 years
• Lead Generation 1 to 2 years
• Business Development 2 to 5 years
• Operations Management 2 to 5 years
• Social Media Management 1 to 2 years
• Business Strategy <3 months
• Podcasting 5 to 8 years

Languages

• English Speak
• Swahili Speak
• French Speak

⚽ Extracurricular activities

• Co-Founder & Head Coach, Rising Stars

  Leadership role in a sports or student activity group.

• CAS Council Leader, St. Mary's School

  Student leadership role.

🤝 Volunteering

• Share A Smile · Volunteer · 2018
• New Life Children's Home · Volunteer · 2014
• Anti-Jigger Campaign · Volunteer · 2015