Ugwem Eneyo: Technology Speaker
Clean energy entrepreneur, engineer, and keynote speaker Ugwem Eneyo helps organizations deploy AI-driven energy solutions, scale sustainable infrastructure, and expand access to reliable power in emerging markets.
Quick Facts:
- Co-founder and CEO of SHYFT Power Solutions
- Leader in AI-driven energy and distributed infrastructure
- Recognized by World Bank, MIT Solve, and Global Climate Action Summit
- Expert in clean energy, smart grids, and sustainability
- Formats: Keynote speaker and technology innovation leader
- Audiences: Executives, policymakers, innovators, and organizations focused on energy, sustainability, infrastructure, and emerging markets.
- Outcomes:
- Understand how AI is transforming energy systems and infrastructure
- Identify opportunities for sustainable and inclusive innovation
- Build strategies for scaling clean energy solutions in complex markets
- Travels from: San Francisco, CA
- **Fee range: $10,001 - $20,000
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Keynote Topics:
Women in Technology
As a former Engineering Ph.D. student, an engineer in the oil and gas industry, and now tech entrepreneur, Ugwem has seen the challenges and opportunities for women in technology and the role women are playing in shaping the future.
Sustainable Development of Megacities
At Shyft, Ugwem leads a team that is addressing the environmental and social implications of development in urban areas, particularly in emerging markets. She’s spent much of her career answering questions on how to reimagine infrastructure in growing cities while also considering sustainability.
Talent Short Bio
Ugwem Eneyo is a pioneering Nigerian American engineer, inventor, and entrepreneur working at the forefront of clean energy, advanced technology, and global development. As co-founder and CEO of SHYFT Power Solutions, she leads a venture-backed, award-winning energy technology company transforming how underserved communities access and manage power.
With a background in civil and environmental engineering and advanced studies in energy systems and sustainability at Stanford University, Ugwem combines deep technical expertise with strategic entrepreneurial vision. Her company’s AI-driven platform enables real-time monitoring, automation, and optimization of distributed energy resources, empowering businesses and communities to make smarter energy decisions in regions with unreliable grid infrastructure.
Under her leadership, SHYFT Power Solutions has gained global recognition from organizations including the World Bank, MIT Solve, and the Global Climate Action Summit, reflecting its impact on sustainable development and energy equity.
Read Full Bio
Ugwem Eneyo is a Nigerian-American engineer, inventor, and entrepreneur who stands at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions. As the co-founder and CEO of SHYFT Power Solutions (formerly Solstice Energy Solutions), she leads a venture-backed, award-winning energy technology company that is revolutionizing the way communities access and utilize power. With a deep commitment to sustainability, innovation, and equity, Eneyo has positioned herself as a visionary leader, bridging the gap between technology and energy access in emerging markets.
A sought-after speaker, Eneyo’s insights into the intersection of energy, technology, and entrepreneurship have made her a prominent voice on global platforms. Her expertise in smart grid technology, distributed energy resources, and the role of AI in sustainable infrastructure has inspired industry leaders, policymakers, and aspiring entrepreneurs alike. Through her work, she is not only shaping the future of energy but also advocating for more inclusive and equitable technological advancements.
Ugwem Eneyo’s journey to energy innovation began with her background in civil and environmental engineering, complemented by her experience in technology policy and entrepreneurship. She holds a degree from Stanford University, where she researched energy systems and sustainability, laying the groundwork for her future ventures. Her career path reflects a unique blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and an unwavering passion for impactful solutions in underserved communities.
As the CEO of SHYFT Power Solutions, Eneyo has pioneered the development of AI-driven solutions that optimize power usage for businesses and communities in regions with unreliable grid infrastructure. Her company’s technology enables real-time monitoring, management, and automation of distributed energy resources, making power access more efficient and reliable. Under her leadership, SHYFT has received global recognition, winning accolades from the World Bank, MIT Solve, and the Global Climate Action Summit.
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