Our Team

We bring different perspectives to the table, but we’re united by a love for purposeful work, thoughtful design, and real connection.

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Dr. Yared Alemu

Driven by a vision to build something meaningful, Dr. Alemu brings a rare blend of strategic leadership, clinical expertise, and hands-on innovation. He sets the direction and standard for everything we do.

Co-Founder/CEO
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Patrick Ohiomoba

Focused, innovative, and driven by results, Patrick leads AYA’s AI product strategy with both technical depth and practical vision. As CTO, he translates complex ideas into scalable solutions, guiding the development of AI products that are purposeful, effective, and built for real-world impact.

C0-Founder/CTO
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Implementation Director

Abdi Degefu, MD

Experienced, collaborative, and deeply grounded in implementation, Dr. Abdi Degefu plays a key role in translating AYA’s vision into real-world impact. As an implementation partner, he helps drive effective deployment, local coordination, and practical execution in the settings where the work matters most.

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Lead Mental Health Clinician

Yoel Asfaha, MD

Compassionate, experienced, and clinically grounded, Dr. Yoel Asfaha leads AYA’s mental health services with a strong focus on quality, consistency, and impact. As Lead Mental Health Clinician, he helps ensure that care delivery remains practical, responsive, and aligned with the needs of the individuals and communities we serve.

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