“I’ve built tools like ScamWiseAI, VerifyItReal, and PayRevert. Each project reflects a mission to protect people and systems from fraud and error. My work blends deep tech, human-centered design, and security innovation.”

About
Elisha T. Kodua

I’m Elisha Tweneboah Kodua, a visionary entrepreneur, author, and cybersecurity innovator based in Texas. I build AI-powered platforms that protect lives, expose fraud, and create solutions where others see problems.

From scam detection systems like ScamWiseAI and VerifyItReal to social-impact platforms like PILLARNet and PayRevert, my mission is to merge purpose with technology to empower communities, governments, and individuals across the globe.

Professional Experience

Current Position

FinauthShield Inc.—Georgetown, TX

Founder & Chief Cybersecurity Architect

2019 – Present
- Created comprehensive compliance-ready documentation and protocols for audit readiness.
- Integrated NIST- and SOX-aligned safeguards in application deployments and backend systems.
- Directed multi-team collaborations with backend, mobile, cloud, and data science engineers.

 Education

PhD in Cyber Leadership (In Progress), Capitol Technology University—Laurel, MD (2025–Present)

Master of Management in Cybersecurity Management and Policy, University of Maryland Global Campus

Bachelor of Science in Humanity and Religion, Liberty University—Lynchburg, VA (2011–2014)

Certifications & Professional Training

·  Certified Business Consultant

·   Graduate Professional Certificate in Cybersecurity Technology & Digital Forensics

·   CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)—Pending

·  Artificial Intelligence (AI) Trainer

Volunteer Work & Ministry Service

Youth and Children’s Advocate, Deeper Life Bible Church—Georgetown, TX (2019 – Present)

·         Mentors’ children and youth in faith, discipline, and value-based technology use.

·         Leads development workshops and biblical teachings with community and family outreach.

Volunteer Caregiver and Counselor, American Hospice—TX Region (2010–2014)

·         Provided emotional and spiritual support to elderly and terminally ill patients.

·         Assisted families through grief care and end-of-life counseling.

Affiliations & Memberships

·   Member, American Association of Christian Counselors—Texas Chapter

Leadership & Strategy Competencies

·         Enterprise & Solution Architecture Mapping

·         Strategic Innovation for Government Systems

·         IT Budgeting & Cost Optimization

·         Data-Driven Decision Making

·         Human-Centered Design in Public Services

·         Training & Systems Onboarding Planning

·         Faith-based Ethics in Technology Leadership

 Software & Innovation Projects

· GunupShield

Faith-inspired weapon disruption and personal safety platform for law enforcement and vulnerable communities.

·  BibleCohorts

AI-powered children's Bible learning app with peer learning, gamification, and parent tracking tools.

· KATANAI

Youth protection and digital threat intelligence system with real-time scam detection and behavioral alerting.

· VerifyItReal

Document fraud detection platform for institutions and authentication use cases.

·  ScamWiseAI

AI-driven model to detect scam dialogue, fraud cues, and impersonation in real time.

· SafeVoice Guardian

Mobile security tool to protect confidential voice conversations from unauthorized access.

· PayRevert

Automated system for ethically returning overpaid or mistakenly received funds to banks or merchants.

· PILLARNet

Smart casework software designed for DFPS operations. Features smart case management, mobile tools, and workload dashboards.

 I believe in building what doesn’t exist, solving what’s ignored, and lifting others along the way.

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