Wafa Taftazani
About Wafa Taftazani
Wafa Taftazani is the Founder and CEO of UpBanx and has a background in strategic partnerships from his time at Google and YouTube. He holds an MBA from the University of Cambridge and has been actively involved in various organizations, including serving as a board member for several ventures and contributing to youth diplomacy efforts.
Work at UpBanx
Wafa Taftazani serves as the Founder and CEO of UpBanx, a company that is part of the Y Combinator Winter 2022 batch. He has been in this role since 2022, contributing to the company's strategic direction and growth. UpBanx focuses on providing innovative financial solutions, leveraging Wafa's extensive experience in strategic partnerships and management.
Education and Expertise
Wafa Taftazani studied at the University of Cambridge, where he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Strategy and Finance from 2015 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Relations from Universitas Katolik Parahyangan (UNPAR), completed from 2008 to 2012. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both business strategy and international relations.
Professional Background
Wafa Taftazani has held various significant roles in the tech and finance sectors. He worked at Google as Lead of Strategic Partnerships for YouTube from 2019 to 2020 and previously as Manager of Strategic Partnerships from 2017 to 2019. He also served as an Advisor at umma Indonesia and AGRINAS in 2020. His experience extends to YouTube, where he was involved in strategic partnerships for two years. Additionally, he has worked at VCGamers and Modal Rakyat in leadership positions.
Achievements in Leadership and Diplomacy
Wafa Taftazani has been actively involved in youth diplomacy through his role as a Board Member and former Chairman of Indonesian Youth Diplomacy, where he also served as a Y20 Delegate since 2015. His leadership in this area demonstrates his commitment to guiding youth initiatives and contributing to international dialogue. He is also a Board Member at RANS Ventures and BebasInvestasi, where he influences investment strategies and growth.
Current Roles and Contributions
In addition to his role at UpBanx, Wafa Taftazani is a Lecturer at Universitas Indonesia, where he shares his expertise in business and strategy. He is also Co-Founder and Chairman of VCGamers and Co-Founder and President Commissioner at Modal Rakyat. His diverse roles reflect his commitment to education, entrepreneurship, and strategic development in various sectors.