Tunde Adebayo is a dynamic and visionary leader, renowned for his entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering commitment to engineering excellence and technical innovation. As the CEO of Connekt Capital Ltd, he spearheads groundbreaking strategies that seamlessly integrate operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT), crafting pioneering solutions like ARNY that elevate human experience and optimize business performance.
With a wealth of expertise in Generative and Agentic AI, Robotics, Digital Twin technology, IoT, Data Analytics, and Private 5G networks, Tunde is dedicated to creating smarter, more autonomous solutions for both consumers and enterprises. His forward-thinking approach has been instrumental in launching a £5m innovation lab and establishing a state-of-the-art IT/OT convergence platform. He has also led remarkable initiatives such as the successful launch of a £10m fully digital lottery in Nigeria, the introduction of Nigeria's first LTE network, and the £20m rollout of broadband for a major telecommunications provider in the UK. Recently, Tunde pioneered AI technology to enhance network fault detection and management for a leading UK fixed-line telco, resulting in a remarkable 98% improvement in network uptime and millions of pounds in operational savings.
Tunde's career is marked by impactful leadership roles, including serving as a strategic advisor at Tata Consultancy Services Group CTO, Managing Director at BT Business — where he drove operational efficiencies and significant revenue growth as well as CEO of Superior Games Limited. His tenure also includes senior positions with prestigious organizations like Vodafone, One to One (now EE), LogicaCMG, and British Gas. In addition, he is a founding board member of Zamare Minerals Limited, playing a crucial role in its impending IPO.
A customer-centric business leader, Tunde excels at building essential relationships and translating intricate technical concepts into actionable strategies. His mission is to continue delivering transformative value within technology-driven sectors, ensuring that innovation remains at the forefront of progress.
He has a degree in Political Economy and a MSc in Information Systems and Technology from City University, London