Lucas is an experienced Data Center, IoT and Smart City professional in the East African Region. His specialty is in aligning technology with strategic goals to maximize profits and lower organizational risks through policy and technical implementations.

He is currently the Manager, ICT & Smart City Solutions at Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) where he led the conceptualization, implementation and operationalization of Tier III Uptime Certified National Data Center. With a deep understanding of Cloud Computing, ICT Project Management, Smart cities, IoT, Digitalization and ICT Governance, he seeks to ensure that organizations are able to set up dynamic teams to understand data & emerging technologies for delivering key use cases encompassing profitability, artificial intelligence, operational efficiency, product development and growth.

Lucas was awarded Head of State Commendation (HSC) by H.E President Uhuru Kenyatta through Keya Gazette Vol CXXn-No 226 of NAIROBI, 18th December, 2020 for his outstanding contribution in the Country’s ICT landscape.

He led Konza Technopolis in attaining Golden Award as the  “Best City Planning Project” in 2017 and 2019 by Africa Investments Forums & Awards.

Lucas’ educational background includes a Master of Science degree in Information Technology from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor of Science degree from Moi University.