Meet Esther Nkatha Gatuma
Esther Nkatha Gatuma is a tech career mentor, keynote speaker, writer, and inspirational storyteller dedicated to delivering high-performing team strategies for workplace collaboration. Rising from modest means in Sub-Saharan Africa to a thriving corporate technology career, Esther’s journey is a profound testimony of what happens when unwavering Christian faith meets corporate careers marketplace innovation.
Marketplace Tech Leader.
Global Advocate.
Modern-Day Esther
Our Leader's Volunteer Work has been Featured In the press
Esther’s pursuit of "tech for good" inspired her to lead a volunteer software engineering team of women in tech. Together, they delivered vital technology tools that amplified the plight of child bride trafficking survivors in some of the most remote and hard-to-reach locations in the world.
Her deployment of complex, problem-solving technology earned her global recognition. In 2018, she received her charter from the prestigious British Computer Society and was elevated to a position on the BCS Influence Board. Her profound impact even led to an invitation from Her Majesty the late Queen Elizabeth II, where Esther served as a thought leadership advisory panel contributor to deliver strategic recommendations for the empowerment of women in tech across 53 commonwealth countries. Additionally, she was awarded Governor Mike Beebe's commendation for her worldwide technological accomplishments.
Tech for Good & Royal Commendations
Professional Growth & Global Recognition
Esther’s exceptional program direction skills were formed long before her transition to technology influence. She began her career in the construction industry as a software engineering, mastering the art of managing complex costs, solving critical problems, and ensuring massive programs were delivered on time and within budget. This unique foundational perspective equipped her to manage global software developers and lead complex technological projects without ever compromising on quality.
From Safari Drive to Code:
A Legacy of Problem Solving
Equipping Women "For Such a Time as This"
The Esther 4:14 Calling
Recognizing her own "Esther 4:14 moments," she founded the Queen Esther 4:14 Collective, an American 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity. As a subject matter expert highlighting the plight of the declining 26% of women in tech, she actively empowers women and girls by providing mentorship and promoting their pursuit of technology careers for the glory of God.
