Mikul Shah

Tech entrepreneur, angel investor and serial entrepreneur with over 25 years experience in hospitality and tourism sectors across Kenya and East Africa. Founded EatOut in 2010, East Africa's largest online restaurant discovery platform, which has grown to encompass major food festivals, print and digital media assets. Co-founded Nomad Magazine (2017-2024) promoting regional tourism through high-quality content, and Purple Elephant Ventures (2020-2025) as venture builder. Holds BSc in Computer Systems Engineering from University of Manchester (2000) and completed Stanford GSB SEED program (2017-2018). Previously spent decade in UK tech sector before returning to Kenya. Active mentor and advisor across multiple ventures including Old Mutual Kenya, Safaricom SPARK Fund, and Africa Tech Ventures. Recognized with Business Daily Top 40 under 40 Award and Kenya Tourism Award for ICT.