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.

Nzube-Jah shapes how TokataHQ tells its story and brings #PutIgboInTech to people beyond the technical conversation. She works across content, campaigns and storytelling, turning issues like speech recognition and missing Igbo captions into clear, culturally grounded stories people can understand and connect with. Her work connects the technical problem to the everyday experiences of Igbo speakers, creators and communities.

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.

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.