Theresa Nkuche-Stephen

CEO

Theresa Nkuche-Stephen is passionately devoted to restoring joy and dignity to underserved and marginalized communities. As the Founder and Executive Director of TessNation., she birthed a visionary initiative designed to serve as a catalyst for meeting the pressing needs of disadvantaged populations.

With dual training as a Librarian and Psychologist, Theresa brings a unique blend of insight, empathy, and intellectual depth to her leadership. Her natural ability to connect with people from all walks of life, marked by humility, compassion, and inclusivity, has become a defining feature of her impact.

Under her dynamic leadership, TessNation. has delivered targeted interventions that have touched and transformed countless lives. These efforts span across livelihood support, skills development, economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, special care services, and broader humanitarian outreach.

Theresa’s empathy is not just a personal trait, it is the driving force behind TessNation’s mission. Her commitment has led the organization to provide urgent, life-saving support to families in critical need; interventions often described as lifelines by the beneficiaries themselves.

Through her inspiring vision and the efforts of a motivated, purpose-driven team, TessNation. is on a bold mission to reach and transform the lives of over 10,000 families by 2035.