Masters of Scale Rapid Response: From ‘delusion’ to criminal justice revolution, w/Ameelio’s Zo Orchingwa
Jun 30, 2022
Zo Orchingwa, Founder of Ameelio, is revolutionizing the criminal justice landscape with his tech nonprofit aimed at improving communication and education for incarcerated individuals. He shares his personal motivation and the challenges of competing against established vendors in a $2 billion market. The conversation delves into how enhanced communication can reduce recidivism and its emotional impact on families. Orchingwa also discusses innovative tech strategies for sustainable funding in the prison education system, highlighting the need for systemic change.
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Unconventional Path
- Zo Orchingwa's parents, Nigerian immigrants, pressured him towards traditional careers.
- However, his upbringing in Nigeria and experiences with incarcerated friends inspired him to address poverty and inequality.
Opportunity in Inertia
- Departments of Correction are not known for innovation.
- Zo Orchingwa saw this as an opportunity to create transformative change within the correctional space.
Exploitation and Opportunity
- Existing prison communication systems exploit vulnerable families with high fees.
- Ameelio offers a free platform, reducing financial burdens and improving reentry prospects.