CBSegroup located in BayArea-SanFrancisco Few miles North of Silicon Valley

Our People

Our leadership team brings decades of global expertise in technology transfer, risk management, and corporate strategy—bridging Silicon Valley innovation with emerging markets. From Fortune 500 consulting to pioneering African tech empowerment, we deliver scalable solutions grounded in ethical governance and local capacity building.

Ms. Sophia Bekele

Founder & CEO | Visionary Leader | Global Advocate for Tech Equity

Sophia Bekele is the founder of Cbsegroup (USA) and its African affiliates, driving technology transfer to emerging economies. With over a decade of leadership in corporate America—including roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Bank of America, and Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi—she specializes in technology risk, financial engineering, IT governance, and corporate strategy. Her work empowers businesses through digital transformation, compliance (SOX, ESG), and sustainable growth.

A vocal proponent of self-sufficient innovation, Sophia champions local expertise over dependency:

“We must develop our own people, technology, and standards—not just consume what the West sells. Equal partnership starts with skills transfer and leadership training.”

Recognized globally, she was named:

  • Silicon Valley’s 100 Most Influential Women (2021, SVBJ)

  • Top 50 African Trailblazers (NewAfrican Magazine)

Credentials: MBA (Golden Gate University), BS in CIS (SFSU), CISA, CCS, CGEIT.
Explore her full biography.

Mr. Steve Velte

Chief Technology Strategist | Board Director
Tech industry veteran (ex-Hewlett-Packard, Agilent Technologies) with expertise in global partnerships, IP development, and telecom innovation. Former President of OnScreen Technologies, he holds 2 U.S. patents and holds a degree in Electrical Engineering (Virginia Tech).

Ms. Netenyet Sergey

VP, Marketing | Digital Growth Leader
Over 12 years spearheading IT solutions, procurement, and marketing for Cbsegroup. Founding team member instrumental in securing international contracts. Holds a BS in Computer Information Systems (SFSU).

Mr. David Smith

Director, Strategic Alliances
15+ years in sales, tech strategy, and solutions integration. Combines technical depth (MS in Computer Science) with operational excellence.


Why We Exist

We bridge cutting-edge technology and emerging markets—fueled by local empowerment, ethical partnerships, and sustainable progress. present her work activities at your event or conference please contact her.