Marlon Willie
January 7, 2025

Marlon’s journey to startup CEO began in Jamaica, where he spent over a decade in retail banking and shipping, while also running a small business. After moving to the US, he furthered his education and joined the Mayor’s Office of Operations in New York. While attending college, he built a cross-border errand service for Jamaican immigrants needing reliable task completion back home. A few years later, after listening to his clients, this service evolved into MangoErrands, a platform empowering users to control how remittances are spent, bridging the gap between sending money and its effective use. Surveys, research, and interest from other immigrant communities confirmed a broader appeal and significant impact potential for receiving countries. Marlon has a deep understanding of immigrant challenges and a commitment to practical solutions. His journey from Jamaican banking to US tech startup leader continues a tradition of entrepreneurship and dedication shown by immigrants before him.