The team
100+ founders. 20+ programs. A team that's actually done the work.
Romel Ventures exists because our team has spent years inside the businesses we now advise, building revenue engines, getting companies investor-ready, and supporting the programs that back them.
Melvin Malanga
Founder & Lead Consultant
Melvin founded Romel Ventures to help African startups build durable revenue engines and the credibility to raise capital. He leads GTM and sales consulting, AI advisory, and ecosystem strategy.
Jesse Karuga
Venture Readiness & Fundraising Lead
Jesse leads Romel's venture readiness and fundraising advisory work, helping founders build the materials, narrative, and investor relationships they need to raise capital.
Mercy Apollo
Head of GTM Consultancy & Sales
Mercy leads go-to-market strategy and sales at Romel Ventures, ensuring every client engagement runs smoothly from kickoff to completion.
Tiffany Karanja
Ecosystem Development Lead
Tiffany leads Romel's ecosystem development work, building relationships with accelerators, incubators, and institutional partners across East Africa.
Denise Mutayi
AI Advisory Lead
Denise leads Romel's AI initiatives, designing intelligent solutions that help organizations automate workflows, improve operations, and leverage emerging technologies.