Two Brigham Young University–Idaho alumni have launched Afrisource, a nonprofit platform designed to revolutionize talent sourcing by connecting global businesses with vetted professionals from Africa. Co-founders Mac Agbonavbare and Marcelo Wilen, both former international students with backgrounds in technology and nonprofit work, are leveraging their personal experiences to create meaningful economic opportunities.
The organization offers a unique outsourcing model that goes beyond traditional hiring platforms. By providing fully vetted professionals in areas such as operations, marketing, customer support, and business administration, Afrisource addresses critical talent gaps while simultaneously creating pathways for African professionals to access global work opportunities.
What distinguishes Afrisource is its comprehensive approach to talent placement. The nonprofit handles hiring, onboarding, payroll, and compliance, reducing administrative burdens for businesses seeking flexible, high-impact professionals. Moreover, the platform reinvests resources directly into the professionals and their communities, creating a sustainable model of economic development.
The startup's mission reflects a broader vision of transforming the global talent economy. By highlighting Africa's vast pool of underleveraged talent, Agbonavbare and Wilen are challenging traditional outsourcing paradigms and creating more inclusive pathways for professional growth.
Early success stories, such as that of Wisdom Electric's founder Alexa K., demonstrate the platform's potential to create tangible impact. Through Afrisource's services, businesses can access high-quality talent while supporting economic mobility in emerging markets.
