Oumar Ba is a human-centered design specialist and the founder and head of development at Co-designer Center, a start-up in Senegal that specializes in entrepreneurship training as well as product and service development through co-designing. Oumar has eight years of experience in strategic design as a business designer and community developer, as well as a professional background in graphic design and digital communications. 

Oumar founded Permaculture Design, an organization that aims to provide practical training in permaculture design and leadership skills in schools. He has facilitated several workshops for local environmental organizations and cocreated activities and tools for their communities. In addition, he produces podcasts at Guestu Podcast. Oumar pursued African Studies at the University of Dakar, with a focus on linguistics, literature, and postcolonial history. He also holds a master's degree in Sustainable Development and Agriculture.