Elvis Thomas is the co-Founder and Head of Operations of Emergi Liberia. With a deep passion for empowering and educating, Elvis is constantly driven by the power of innovation and the potential to create positive impact. As a Young Expert of the Dutch Young Expert Programmes and a fellow of the 2023 cohort of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network - Youth Investment Readiness Program (IRP), Elvis’ goal is to create decent empowerment and educational opportunities for his people by building impact driven institutions and businesses.

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With a background in Civil Engineering, Elvis has honed his skills in Project Management, training and capacity building, and Architecture. Elvis served as the Campus Architect of LEAD Monrovia Football Academy where he was responsible for the planning and design of the campus facility. As a student, Elvis had the privilege to serve as a Civil Engineering intern at a few companies including APM Terminals Liberia LTD.

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Beyond his professional endeavors, Elvis is also a writer and a poet, and a member of the Liberian Poet Society where he served as Manager of Review and Membership. Whether it's hobbies, or volunteer work, Elvis believes in making a difference beyond the confines of his work. He is a firm believer in collaboration and fostering meaningful connections.

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Joshua I. Gorpudolo is a project support intern at Emergi Liberia who is instrumental in furthering the organization's objective of e-mobility and sustainability. He actively participates in growing the company's influence by formulating creative plans, supervising hiring of essential staff members, and spearheading projects that complement Emergi's vision of a more sustainable and socially conscious future. Joshua I. Gorpudolo has cultivated a varied career path encompassing entrepreneurship, design, and social impact.  

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Youp Dumas is a Systems Engineer at Emergi Liberia, responsible for the operations and expansion of the Emergi project. With a strong commitment to sustainability, Youp focuses on creating practical and innovative solutions that address real-world challenges. He uses his expertise in complex systems engineering to ensure that Emergi's initiatives are not only environmentally sound, but also effectively meet the needs of those they serve. By driving projects that prioritise both sustainability and functionality, Youp is committed to making a tangible difference to Liberia's sustainable transport landscape.

Youp holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Groningen and a Master’s degree in Complex Systems Engineering and Management from Delft University of Technology, where he specialized in current and future energy systems. He is passionate about contributing to a greener future and has combined this with a research project on sustainable agriculture in Ghana during his Master’s degree. During his research, Youp learned the impact new technologies can have on sustainability issues, but will also have a positive impact on the livelihoods of people. At Emergi, he has found the perfect opportunity to combine his interest in building a greener future in the energy sector with his passion for working within the context of West Africa.

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