WIPO Division for Africa◎20 Sub-Saharan African countries
↗Empowering Youth in Innovation and Creativity
IP training, mentorship and coaching for 48 young entrepreneurs from 20 countries.
WIPO Division for AfricaLead ConsultantMay 2025–January 2026
Entrepreneur · IP Expert · Business Consultant
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David JengEntrepreneur · IP Expert · Business Consultant
Based in Banjul. Working across Africa.Explore the impact
THREE WAYS TO WORK WITH DAVID
Three perspectives.
One purpose. Your next step.
Entrepreneur
David builds businesses and partnerships that turn ideas into practical opportunities. He founded Bliss Executives in 2018, serves as a Director at SAS Consult and is a Board Director at Chapman Xpress Financial Services, where he was Managing Director from 2021 to August 2026. His entrepreneurial interests span IP services, financial technology, construction and inclusive enterprise development.
- Business creation, leadership and growth
- Investment readiness and strategic partnerships
- Social enterprise and inclusive opportunity
IP Expert
David helps entrepreneurs identify the value in their brands, inventions, creative work and business knowledge. With a Master of Intellectual Property from Africa University and PatentX training from Harvard Law School, he combines IP diagnostics with practical coaching, branding and commercialisation support. His work includes WIPO programmes for women agripreneurs, young innovators and SMEs across African markets.
- IP diagnostics, protection and brand strategy
- Commercialisation and technology transfer
- Training, mentoring and IP policy advisory
Business Consultant
David supports businesses, public institutions and development partners with practical strategy and evidence for growth. His assignments cover creative-industry mapping, investment readiness, tourism MSME development and employer-informed skills programmes. As a UNCTAD-Empretec National Master Trainer, certified ILO SIYB trainer and ITC Design Thinking trainer, he connects research and planning with delivery that responds to the needs of enterprises.
- Business strategy and investment readiness
- Market research, sector mapping and programme design
- Enterprise training, coaching and institutional support
Youngest-ever Board Director · GCCILead Consultant · WIPO WACEMS, Ghana and NigeriaMandela Washington Fellow · 2024100 Most Influential Young Africans · 2024 & 2025
EXPERIENCE & COLLABORATION
Across institutions. Beyond borders.
01 / A PURPOSE THAT TRAVELS
Local understanding.
Continental ambition.
From an idea’s first spark to its next stage of growth, David connects people, knowledge and opportunity to build stronger African enterprises.
15+
Years of experience
10000+
Entrepreneurs supported
20+
Countries with MSMEs supported
30+
Projects and programmes led
Across intellectual property, enterprise growth and entrepreneurship.
Meet David ↗02 / HOW DAVID CAN HELP
Turn possibility
into progress.
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Protect your ideas.
IP strategy, trademark protection and commercialisation that make innovation a business asset.
Intellectual property↗02Grow your enterprise.
Practical strategy, investment readiness and the tools to move from ambition to sustainable growth.
Business advisory↗03Build what’s next.
Programmes and partnerships that create opportunities for entrepreneurs and communities.
Entrepreneurship↗03 / IDEAS IN ACTION
Work that makes
a difference.
IFC · through SAS Consult✳The Gambia
↗IFC Local Champions: Creative Industries Mapping
Mapping creative-industry firms to identify local champions and inform IFC and World Bank support.
IFC · through SAS ConsultConsultantJanuary–October 2026
↗IP & Music — Afro-Caribbean Creative Bridge
Connecting African and Caribbean music industries through intellectual property, enterprise and collaboration.
WIPO Division for Africa / Ghana Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative ArtsResource person and session lead21–23 September 2026
↗Women in STEM: Pitch & Protect, Rwanda
Connecting women-led STEM innovation with IP protection and enterprise development in Kigali, Rwanda.
WIPOSpeakerMarch 2026
IN THEIR WORDS
Trust, built through work.
Perspectives from the people David has worked with.
“David, from The Gambia, is a force of nature. With boundless energy and optimism, he proudly calls himself an ‘IP evangelist’. The youngest person to be on the board of the Gambia Chamber of Commerce, David first encountered IP in 2018 at a WIPO conference – an experience he describes as eye-opening. As an entrepreneur, he quickly saw the strategic link between IP, business growth and supporting African innovation.”
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In my final post of 2024, I’d like to introduce two remarkable individuals I met recently: David Jeng and Rita Aku-Shika Diabah. David, from The Gambia, is a force of nature. With boundless energy and optimism, he proudly calls himself an ‘IP evangelist’. The youngest person to be on the board of the Gambia Chamber of Commerce, David first encountered IP in 2018 at a WIPO conference – an experience he describes as eye-opening. As an entrepreneur, he quickly saw the strategic link between IP, business growth and supporting African innovation. Soon he had enrolled in the joint master’s program we offer with ARIPO at Africa University, launching two businesses: a fintech company and an IP management consultancy after graduation. The latter, Bliss Executives, reflects a common trait among WIPO alumni – a passion for sharing knowledge and expertise. David has helped fellow entrepreneurs register over 50 IP rights, partnering with WIPO on projects like our IP Agribusiness Program for Women Entrepreneurs in Africa. Backed by Japan’s Funds-In-Trust, this initiative supported over 100 women with coaching and training on how to use IP to grow and scale. David acted as mentor to several entrepreneurs, including Rita Aku-Shika Diabah, founder of Yesli ICE, a Ghanaian brand specializing in low- and zero-sugar ice creams and yoghurt. When starting out, Rita was skeptical about IP finding it theoretical and abstract. “How could a trademark add more value than materials and machines?” she wondered. But her view changed as she encountered WIPO and gained new knowledge and skills. Rita – now a proud trademark owner – worked with David to refine her business strategy, taking a fresh look at everything from production to packaging. Through the WIPO program, she also connected with suppliers in Zanzibar and new outlets in Botswana and Zimbabwe, growing her business. David and Rita happen to come from Africa, but their story of young entrepreneurs with energy and ideas who need help to scale their business is universal. This is why even in a historic year where we celebrate 2 new multilateral IP treaties, we also need to keep at our work in building innovation and creative ecosystems not just at the national, strategic levels, but at the same time go to the ground by providing skills through the WIPO Academy, build more Technology and Innovation Support Centers (TISCs) – and help them go up the value ladder to become Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs), provide toolkits, studies and research papers, and work with partners and Member States on meaningful projects that target specific beneficiaries to use IP in an impactful and tangible manner. Thanks again to David and Rita for being such an inspiration, and on this note, wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, a restful holiday season and the very best for 2025!
Daren TangDirector General at WIPORead the original endorsement ↗
“If you need an experienced, learned and selfless person in the area of entrepreneurship landscape of Africa and beyond, then the best person who will give his all to achieve best results is David Jeng. David will always make sure the right channel is followed and all professional ethics are adhered to for Optimum results to be achieved.”
Rita Aku-Shika DiabahCEO @Yesli Ice
“David is an amazing professional who is passionate about what he does. A man that has a deep passion of Africa and her people, I have no hesitation in recommending David for any assignment where his name comes up, as he is a hard worker, very smart, has great integrity, goes beyond the call of duty, and always delivers. A man who is certainly making an immense contribution to the development of Africa and one of the best I would have for anything that requires heart and soul.”
Dr McLean SibandaMD at Bigen Global Limited
“I am delighted to recommend David Jeng, a highly skilled and dedicated IP Expert from The Gambia. Through the WIPO regional conference for women in Agri-business, David provided exceptional mentorship, guiding me in registering my brand name ‘KYIDOM’ and developing crucial business policies.”
Sarah AidooKIC Fellow/ Founder and CEO at Jireh-Aidoo Ltd
“I recommend David for business and public sector entities empowerment. I have interacted with David and he stands out in different areas including: Unparalleled Expertise,…Impactful,…Talent Development”
Adetayo OduwoleDual qualified legal practitioner—Nigeria and Canada
“David is an active voice in the African Youth Space, listened to him on the young Africans leadership initiative space recently and I would recommend him for future speaking engagements.”
Chukwuka Tolulope ObuPartner at BW KAHARI
“I had the opportunity of working together with Mr. David Jeng while implementing the WIPO IP coaching and mentoring program for women SMEs in Agribusiness and taking part in intellectual property forums organized by WIPO in African countries. During these occasions, I was impressed by David’s training skills and his commitment to make a difference. Mr. Jeng is a young professional that will do a lot in Africa. I wish him all the best in his career.”
Getachew Mengisitie AlemuIntellectual Property Consultant
“David is a visionary and a natural leader who is creating new future today. His passion, wisdom and intelligence are truly impressive. All that comes with a big and kind heart. Can't recommend more and looking forward to seeing what he will create.”
Linara AxanovaSenior Associate Director at University of
Pennsylvania
“I had the pleasure of working with David during his professional development experience as part of the Mandela Washington Fellowship. David is exceptionally intelligent and knowledgeable, with a broad range of experience spanning innovation, intellectual property, and entrepreneurship. His expertise and dedication were evident, and I recommend him to anyone looking for strategic guidance and leadership in the IP and innovation space.”
Jennifer LangenbergerChief Operations Officer and Executive
Director of Intellectual Property at the Penn Center for Innovation, University
of Pennsylvania
“David is someone who is highly passionate about driving growth of businesses across the African continent. His initiatives have impacted the lives of hundred across the continent as he pushes the agenda of harnessing IP for empowerment and development of SMEs and growing businesses. David has been recognized by various global organizations for his work in the IP and business development space. He is an excellent speaker and is not hesitant to share his knowledge and expertise with the world. David is indeed a young leader that our continent needs to help reshape its economic ecosystem.”
Esohe OlajideSenior Legal Consultant at Integrated Legal Consultants
“David has quickly evolved to become a visionary leader in intellectual property. His strategic mindset and entrepreneurial spirit see him succeed as a global IP consultant and CEO in The Gambia, where he continues to drive meaningful change in industry and government circles. A remarkable and dedicated professional, his contributions are making a significant impact, and I continue to be impressed by how he translates legal concepts into practical, actionable strategies for clients. I am proud to have mentored him during his time as an intellectual property student. I strongly recommend him for anyone looking for expertise, leadership, and innovative thinking in IP”
Outule RapulengHead, ARIPO-WIPO IP Center of Excellence
“David is a born leader, who has earned his success through significant effort, innovation, and drive. As the director of the Mandela Washington Fellowship at the University of Notre Dame, I saw David's leadership capacity in action, both among his cohort and through the insights and ideas he brought to the classroom. I have no doubt David will continue to excel as an entrepreneur, manager, and innovator.”
Edward JurkovicEducator, Advocate for Integral Human Development, University of Notre Dame
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04 / THE CONVERSATION CONTINUES
Perspectives.
Possibilities.
IP Protection for Entrepreneurs: A Starter Guide
Protect your brand before a copycat does. A plain-language guide to trademarks, copyright and IP for African founders, from IP expert David Jeng.
Read the story ↗ARIPO at 50: Copyright symposium in Kampala
David spoke at the Symposium on Copyright and Related Rights Management, 19–21 October 2026.
Read the story ↗IP for enterprise at Sierra Leone National IP Week
David served as a WIPO resource person in Freetown on 15–16 October 2026.
Read the story ↗Meet David
David Jeng is an entrepreneur, IP expert and business consultant based in The Gambia. In 15+ years of practice, he has supported more than 10,000 entrepreneurs and worked with MSMEs in over 20 countries.
He is the Founder and Managing Consultant of Bliss Executives, an IP and management consulting firm founded in 2018, a Director at SAS Consult, and a Board Director at Chapman Xpress Financial Services. His work connects business growth with IP protection and commercialisation, investment facilitation and partnerships.
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