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Hickman Okumu Alela(born 14 May 1991) is a Kenyan Techpreneur and philanthropist. He chairs Hickman Foundation and is the founder of HickmanCooper.

Early life

Childhood and Family

Hickman was born in Nairobi, Kenya on 14 May 1991, to Kesiah and Erick Alela, originally from Homabay County, Kenya. He grew up with three siblings.

Education

Hickman studied Applied Computer Technology at United States International University - Africa, obtaining a bachelor of Science with a first class Cum Laude (3.52). Afterward obtained a Master of Business Administration from Kingston University

Career

Early Career

Hickman worked in the United Nations as a Tech Support Engineer before venturing into Techpreneurship.

On his entrepreneurship journey, he has said:

""Don’t just seek employment; create opportunities. Use the skills you gained in university to build your own path, where innovation meets independence, and passion fuels purpose."

In 2013, Hickman decided to start a technology firm to take over the ever changing technology needs for the African continent. He turned his company profitable within two years and in 2020 during the Covid pandemic scored a huge client in the UAE for a Ten Million Dollar Software Solution deliverable.

Hickman currently serves as the CEO - Founder of HickmanCooper.

Hickman Foundation

Following his success in the Techprenuship world, Hickman founded Hickman Foundation. A foundation that encourages women in tech and supports vulnerable or marginalized communities. It serves as a beacon of empowerment and inclusion. By providing resources such as mentorship, scholarships, and skill-building programs, it bridges the gap for those often left behind in the technology sector. Its initiatives inspire confidence, foster innovation, and create opportunities for women and underrepresented groups to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. Through collaboration and community-driven efforts, the foundation champions a future where diversity drives progress and everyone has a chance to contribute meaningfully to the tech landscape.

Personal life

Not much is known about his personal life, as he tends to keep it private and away from the public eye. However, there have been rumors speculating about his sexuality, with some suggesting that he might be gay.