Eric Muriithi is a dynamic Software Developer, Educator, and Social Entrepreneur with a proven track record of leadership and innovation. As the Lead Web and App Developer at Muray Innovations, a cutting-edge software development and consulting enterprise, he collaborates with early-stage entrepreneurs and established organizations to design and build software solutions, develop MVPs for proof of concept, and create marketing materials that drive customer engagement. Muray Innovations has successfully partnered with over 15 founders and consultants from five countries, helping them build digital products that have enhanced their brand presence, generated leads, and converted them into paying customers.

In addition to his work with Muray Innovations, Eric is the Co-founder of SHIELD (Social Hub for Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Design Thinking), a pre-accelerator innovation hub with a mission to empower over 10,000 young entrepreneurs in Kibera over the next decade. SHIELD provides vital support in helping these entrepreneurs develop and implement solutions to address challenges faced in informal settlements. Eric’s key role at SHIELD involves leading web platform development and overseeing fundraising initiatives, having successfully raising grant funding in the first year of operations to support SHIELD's mission of establishing innovation hubs in underserved communities.

At Power Learn Project, Eric’s role spans across the marketing and software engineering teams as a Liaison Officer. In this capacity, he plays a critical role in managing developer relations, project management efforts, and building strategic partnerships. His work ensures a seamless collaboration between the teams and enhances the overall project execution. Additionally, Eric is an instructor for the 1,000,000 Developers for Africa initiative, guiding a cohort of over 600 learners from three African countries in building cross-platform mobile applications using Dart and Flutter. His technical expertise spans Dart with Flutter, Python, web technologies, and NoSQL databases like Firebase and MongoDB. His excellent communication and negotiation skills have been instrumental in securing partnerships and navigating client relations.

Eric’s commitment to community extends beyond the tech world. He partners with local football communities, raising funds to support their operations, including procuring training equipment such as balls, bibs, and cones. His recent milestone includes raising capital to support South C United, a local team facing financial difficulties. Soccer has been a transformative part of Eric's life, and he is passionate about giving back to the sport and the communities that foster it.

Eric has also been an active speaker at various Google Developer Student Club (GDSC) events at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA), where he has shared his expertise in software development and the impact of generative AI. Most recently, he contributed to generative AI research at Microsoft's Africa Development Center (ADC), underscoring his commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements and using them to empower others.

Through his roles at Muray Innovations, SHIELD, and Power Learn Project, Eric Muriithi continues to drive initiatives that foster innovation, education, and entrepreneurship, creating a lasting impact in both the tech industry and underserved communities.