Our Woman Crush Wednesday, Nelly Paulser is a distinguished print media entrepreneur who has emerged as one of the most influential female business leaders in Africa. With a remarkable track record in the STEM field and leadership across the continent, Nelly has garnered multiple accolades, including the prestigious title of “100 Most Influential Persons in Africa” awarded by The Business Executive Ghana.
Several prestigious institutions endorse her professional credentials, including the US Embassy, the Tony Elumelu Foundation, the United Nations, and the International Labour Organization, among others, affirming her expertise and commitment to entrepreneurship.
Nelly is the Co-Founder of Graphic House Zim, a multi-award-winning company specialising in graphic design, printing, and branding.
Her entrepreneurial spirit extends to social impact through her role as Co-Founder of Lerato Trust, Zimbabwe’s pioneering non-profit organisation dedicated to print media and entrepreneurship. Lerato Trust partnered with , Kidpreneur Africa , the Event Host from Nigeria, and other Partner organizations from Botswana, Ghana, South Africa, Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya and successfully executed the Africa Kidpreneur Summit in Gaborone Botswana this August of 2024.
A visionary with aspirations to elevate her household name into a leading brand within the entrepreneurial sphere, Nelly is passionate about empowering fellow female entrepreneurs to make a significant impact in Africa. Her mentorship extends across various platforms, including the Steminist Girls Community under Girls In STEM Trust, and the JTM Prayer Centre Youth & Young Adults Community Groups. She is also a Business Mentor for the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs and Hozi Innovator programme. Both programmes are supported by the US Department of State and Girls Who Print Africa.
Nelly serves as a judge for Africa’s Business Heroes, a flagship philanthropic initiative by the Jack Ma Foundation that supports entrepreneurs across the continent. In addition to her professional pursuits, she is a global speaker on topics such as entrepreneurship, women and youth empowerment, mental health, and building Kingdom Business Partners.
Through her diverse roles and initiatives, Nelly Paulser is making a profound impact by leveraging her expertise in design, print, branding, and entrepreneurship to inspire and mentor young and seasoned entrepreneurs across Africa. Her dedication to fostering strong, ethical business foundations continues to transform lives and drive positive change throughout the continent. No wonder, Pride Magazine Nigeria deemed it worthy to celebrate her as our Woman Crush Wednesday.
