About TokataHQ

Sorochi founded TokataHQ after repeatedly running into tools that could not reliably understand, caption or work with Igbo. She brings experience across academic research, investing and impact work, which shapes how she approaches the problem: understand where the gap is, look closely at the evidence and engage the companies with the power to change it. She leads TokataHQ's strategy and direct engagement with technology companies.

A healthcare professional with a background in pharmacy and nursing, Nzube leads TokataHQ’s brand strategy, creative direction and communications, shaping how the organization is seen, heard and understood. She oversees its visual identity, storytelling and messaging across campaigns and digital platforms, ensuring a distinctive, cohesive presence aligned with TokataHQ’s mission.

Udochi is a software developer and co-founder of Mmụta Dị Ụtọ, which creates Igbo-language content and digital experiences for children and families. Her experience building Igbo and Nsibidi products gives her firsthand insight into what it takes to make language and culture work in digital spaces. At TokataHQ, she brings that experience to community engagement, helping connect #PutIgboInTech with the people and communities the campaign is meant to serve.

Onyinyechukwu is a social and behavioral scientist and community builder with experience in public health research, partnerships and capacity building. She is developing Chịkọta Living, a platform envisioned to help people reconnect with Igbo language and culture. At TokataHQ, she leads project coordination and helps turn initiatives into action.

Chris is a computer scientist, researcher and entrepreneur working on African language technology. He founded Lanfrica, which makes African language datasets, research and other resources easier to discover and use, and created NaijaVoices, a large-scale speech data initiative for Igbo, Hausa and Yoruba. His work focuses on building the data and technical foundations needed for technologies such as speech recognition, transcription and other language tools to work better for African languages. At TokataHQ, Chris advises on speech data, language technology, research and the technical work needed to improve Igbo support across digital products.

Vlada is an investment and strategy executive with a background spanning healthcare, consulting and business development. An Oxford-trained scientist and former BCG consultant, she has worked at the intersection of complex science, business strategy and investment decision-making. At TokataHQ, she advises on strategy, partnerships and how the organization engages with companies and institutions as it grows.

Temple is an economic consultant who helps TokataHQ develop the business case for the potential impact of Igbo language technology on companies, users, and the broader economy. He has conducted economic impact analyses for private investors and public agencies across the United States. As a linguistic enthusiast, Temple is particularly interested in how technology and language interact and shape everyday experiences.

Chinekwu is an international business professional with experience in technology, operations and communications. A multilingual creative, she speaks multiple languages, including Igbo, English, French, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, and German. At TokataHQ, she collaborates on social media content creation and engagement.