Mike Santer

Mike is the founder of Blu Networks Limited and a seasoned innovator who has worked extensively in Sub-Saharan Africa. He was previously an adviser to the Gates Foundation and is currently also an Adjunct Professor at Canberra University in ICT4D, Web Science, Computer Science and Mobile Internet in Emerging Markets.

Companies

• Carrier Relationship Manager EMEA APAC KORE Wireless (2020)
• Adjunct Senior Lecturer University of Cape Town (2016)
• Adjunct Professor University of Canberra (2016)
• Director, CIO and Founder of Blu Network Limited Blu Network Limited (2013 — 2020)
• Technology Advisor Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (2014 — 2016)
• Doctoral Studies, Senior Research Fellow and Project Manager at The University of Southampton The University of Southampton (2009 — 2013)
• Technical Director Nimbus Social Enterprise Consulting Ltd (2009 — 2012)
• Charities Development Consultant / Business Partner Mayflower Services (2007 — 2009)
• Head of Operations, IT, Leisure, Facilities, Retail and Events The Rose Bowl (Hampshire Cricket) (2005 — 2007)

Education

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) The University of Southampton (2009 — 2012)
• Engineering Acoustics and Vibration University of Southampton (1986 — 1989)
• The Littlehampton School, West Sussex