What is We Dey Manage Academy
We Dey Manage Academy is a leadership and management platform that empowers young professionals with the skills, community, and tools they need to grow into confident, capable managers. Through practical learning, peer networks, and global partnerships, the academy nurtures Africa’s next generation of leaders to thrive in work and life.

Our Core Focus
We empower young professionals with skills, guidance, and opportunities.

Empowerment
Providing young professionals with the tools and confidence to excel.

Youth Engagement
Creating spaces where young minds can collaborate, learn, and grow.

Continuous Support
Beyond workshops and conferences, we ensure ongoing mentorship and opportunities.

Mentorship &
Menteeship
Connecting aspiring professionals with seasoned experts who guide their career paths.

Career
Development
Offering training and resources to help individuals navigate and advance in their careers.

Networking
Opportunities
Facilitating connections between young professionals, industry leaders, and employers.
Our Story
Talent alone isn’t enough, as many young professionals struggle—not due to a lack of intelligence or ambition, but because they lack the right guidance, networks, and opportunities. We Dey Manage Academy is more than an institution; it’s a movement dedicated to shaping careers through mentorship, connecting returning graduates with opportunities via international Education and Embassy partnerships, making leadership accessible to all, and providing continuous support beyond events and training, ensuring long-term professional growth.
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Discover our professional network on LinkedIn. Stay updated on our latest initiatives, partnerships, and insights as we work together to shape Africa’s next generation of leaders.


Global Partnership
We Dey Manage Academy fosters global partnerships with institutions, embassies, and organizations to expand access to world-class knowledge, mentorship, and career pathways. Through these collaborations, we connect young professionals in Africa to international networks, leadership resources, and cross-cultural learning experiences that prepare them to thrive in today’s interconnected world.

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
— African Proverb
Our Team
Meet the Minds Driving Growth and Excellence at We Dey Manage Academy

Patrik Foster
QA Specialist

Connie Mercado
UI/UX Designer

Carla Schmitt
Talent Manager

Jordan-Lee Meyers
Web Designer

Derren Morley
CEO

Larry Barnett
Developer