Uzoma Orchingwa
About Uzoma Orchingwa
Uzoma Orchingwa is the Founder and CEO of Ameelio, a position he has held since 2019. He has a diverse educational background, holding degrees from Yale Law School, Yale School of Management, and the University of Cambridge.
Work at Ameelio
Uzoma Orchingwa serves as the Founder and CEO of Ameelio, a position he has held since 2019. Under his leadership, Ameelio focuses on providing innovative solutions to improve communication and resources for incarcerated individuals. The organization aims to bridge the gap between incarcerated individuals and their families, enhancing access to educational and legal resources.
Work at Emerge Career
Uzoma Orchingwa co-founded Emerge Career in 2022. The organization is dedicated to helping individuals navigate their career paths and achieve professional success. His role involves strategic planning and development to ensure the organization meets its goals and serves its target audience effectively.
Education and Expertise
Uzoma Orchingwa holds a Doctor of Law (JD) from Yale Law School, where he also completed a JD-MBA program in conjunction with Yale School of Management. Additionally, he earned a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Criminology from the University of Cambridge. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in law, business, and criminology.
Previous Work Experience
Before founding Ameelio, Uzoma Orchingwa gained experience as a Summer Associate at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in 2020 and at Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP in 2019. He also worked as a Research Assistant at Yale Law School from 2016 to 2017. These roles contributed to his legal expertise and understanding of the complexities within the legal system.
Achievements and Recognition
Uzoma Orchingwa was recognized as a recipient of the 2022 MIT Tech Review 35 under 35. This accolade highlights his contributions and impact in the fields of technology and social justice, particularly through his work with Ameelio and other initiatives aimed at improving the lives of incarcerated individuals.