Port-au-Prince, Haiti – May 5, 2025 — In a bold move to invest in the country’s digital
transformation, Digicel, is partnering with Akademi to identify, train, and hire tech talent through
Akademi’s 2025 tech bootcamp programs in Haiti. As a hiring partner, Digicel will gain access to
graduates specializing in Data Science & AI, Software Engineering, and Cybersecurity,
reinforcing its commitment to building world-class tech teams from Haiti’s brightest minds.
“At Digicel Haiti, we believe our greatest asset is Haitian talent,” said Rachelle Merisier,
Chief
People Officer at Digicel Haiti. “This partnership with Akademi allows us to directly shape and recruit the skilled
professionals who will drive our digital transformation and innovation strategy. We’re not just
filling roles – we’re investing in the future leaders of Haiti’s tech ecosystem.”
A Pipeline for Top Tech Talent
The six-month intensive bootcamp, delivered in partnership with Université Quisqueya and
Flatiron School, prepares participants for high-growth tech careers through:
– Industry-aligned curricula (525+ training hours) co-developed with global tech educators
– Real-world projects mirroring Digicel’s operational challenges and opportunities
– Internship placement across Digicel’s IT and digital services divisions
“This collaboration represents exactly what our bootcamps were designed to achieve,” said
Castelline Tilus, Akademi Founder & CEO. “When industry leaders like Digicel commit to hiring
our graduates, it ensures a direct pathway into meaningful employment. Together, we’re
creating life-changing opportunities for Haitians pursuing careers in technology.”
About Akademi
Akademi is a leading educational initiative dedicated to bridging the STEM skills gap in Haiti
through high-quality, localized training programs. In partnership with Université Quisqueya and
Flatiron School, Akademi equips Haitian professionals with the skills needed to excel in today’s
technology-driven world, fostering innovation and economic mobility.
About Digicel Haiti
As Haiti’s leading total communications and entertainment provider, Digicel is committed to
connecting Haitians and enabling digital progress through innovative services and infrastructure.