CODY GORDON: ‘A 40 UNDER 40 CEO’ DRIVING MENTAL HEALTH INNOVATION & WORKPLACE CONNECTIVITY THROUGH CG TECHNOLOGY GROUP

Cody Gordon is transforming mental health and workplace communication in Africa through CG Technology Group.

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Cody Gordon, Co-Founder and CEO of CG Technology Group
Cody Gordon, Co-Founder and CEO of CG Technology Group


As the Co-Founder and CEO of CG Technology Group, Cody Gordon is redefining how technology can nurture emotional well-being, bridge communication gaps, and build healthier communities in Africa. At the crossroads of mental health, education, and workplace innovation, Cody is crafting solutions that place human connection at the heart of technology.

Cody’s entrepreneurial journey is rooted in personal experience. After losing his father during his matric year, he became deeply aware of the silent struggles people face and the importance of emotional support systems. This insight inspired the creation of It’s OK, a mobile application designed to give South African schoolchildren a safe space to express their feelings, develop emotional intelligence, and receive timely support from educators. By combining compassion with data-driven analytics, the platform empowers schools to be proactive in protecting student well-being.

Building on this foundation, Cody expanded his impact beyond the classroom. With Be Frank, he introduced a platform tailored to corporate environments, enabling employees to share honest feedback while equipping leaders with actionable insights. This approach fosters healthier work cultures, boosts morale, and strengthens organizational cohesion.

Recognizing the communication barriers between management and frontline staff in many African companies, Cody and his team also developed EasyComm, a WhatsApp-based engagement platform that ensures vital information reaches the people who need it most. Leveraging AI-powered sentiment analysis, EasyComm helps organizations understand their workforce and improve connection in real time.

Cody’s work has not gone unnoticed. In 2023, he earned a place on Forbes Africa’s 30 Under 30 list, a testament to his vision, leadership, and commitment to solving complex societal challenges through technology.

Under his guidance, CG Technology Group has grown from a bold idea into a multi-solution powerhouse that is shaping the future of mental health and communication in Africa. With every innovation, Cody Gordon is proving that technology, when rooted in empathy and cultural understanding, can heal, connect, and transform lives.

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