Afua Nuamah Appea is a seasoned product manager with over a decade of experience in banking, finance and payments. As a director of product management at Mastercard, Afua specializes in driving innovation, developing go-to-market strategies and bringing new products to market. With deep expertise in financial technology, digital payments, and product strategy, Afua is passionate about leveraging technology to shape the future of businesses and deliver differentiated customer experiences. 

Afua is also a creative event planner and designer specializing in life events, and corporate gatherings. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for crafting memorable experiences, she also creates bespoke favors and custom stationery, adding a unique and personal touch to each celebration. Whether designing elegant wedding invitations, heartfelt memorial keepsakes, or branded corporate materials, she blends creativity with professionalism to leave a lasting impression. 

Afua is proudly Ghanaian and enjoys visiting home and giving back to her community.