About Us

At 4th-IR, we're shaping the future of work by building the virtual workforce of tomorrow. As an international innovation company with strong talent roots in Ghana, we develop scalable, cost-effective AI solutions that help businesses make smarter decisions, streamline operations, and automate tasks with precision.

Our Vision

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Humans and machines are joining forces leading to a safer, more sustainable and productive world . AI can be seen as a collaborative tool between humans and machines, creating the virtual workforce of the future

How do we get there

At 4th-IR, our mission is to empower businesses to reach their full potential by deploying the Virtual Workforce, leveraging rapid innovation using AI (Twynity and AI Agents), deep expertise in tech and business, and impact sourcing with access to top talent in Ghana

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Our Core Values

Respect

Respect

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We treat people with dignity, valuing their contribution and acting with understanding

Integrity

Integrity

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We always act with integrity, courage and responsibility, choosing what is right over what is easy

Drive to Win

Drive to Win

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Relentless commitment to excellence, pushing beyond limits to achieve success and outperform expectations

Innovation

Innovation

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We continously push boundaries and walk new paths to drive meaningful change and progress

Diversity

Diversity

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We embrace and appreciate diverse perspectives, fostering a culture of empathy and inclusion for all

History of 4th-IR

Innovation & AI Focus

  • Made a strategic investment in AI, data science, and machine learning
  • Launched an ICO Factory to support Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) initiatives.
2016 year

>2016

Early Recognition in AI

  • Gained global recognition for AI expertise.
  • Ranked in the top 3% worldwide in the Camylon 17 challenge.
2017 year

>2017

Entrepreneurial Excellence

  • Won the Entrepreneur of the Year award in Michigan.
  • Reinforced commitment to AI-driven innovation.
2018 year

>2018

Digital Transformation

  • Expanded digital services and established a tech and design center in Belgrade, Serbia.
  • Won the Swiss Tell Award.
2019 year

>2019

Strengthening AI Innovation

  • Co-founded the LAC initiative in central Switzerland.
  • Solidified leadership in AI-driven transformation.
2020 year

>2020

AI Solutions for Enterprises

  • Developed an AI-powered solution to classify and interpret inbound banking tickets for a European bank.
  • Launched the 4th-IR tech hub in Accra, Ghana.
2021 year

>2021

Scaling AI Innovation

  • Released 100 selected and packaged AI models.
  • Made models available on RPA platforms to accelerate AI agent building.
2022 year

>2022

4th-IR Today

  • Grew to a global team of 170+ professionals.
  • Launched Twynity, an AI agent builder and marketplace.
  • Merged with Inngen and TrestleGroup.
2024 year

>2024

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Bridging the gap between tech demand in Europe and job opportunities in Africa

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DEMOGRAPHIC ADVANTAGE

With an average age of only 21 years, the country has a huge pool of talented and dynamic young workers eager to learn and grow

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STRATEGIC LOCATION

Ghana's strategic location makes it a prime location for firms looking for quick access to the African market and beyond

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WELL-EDUCATED WORKFORCE

Ghana has a skilled, well-educated workforce and is recognized as a regional hub for talent development, training IT professionals ready to support global operations. Some recognized Universities are KNUST, UG, Ashesi, Accra Technical, UMAT, etc

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STABLE POLITICAL ENVIRONMENT

The country has a long history of democratic stability and offers a safe, predictable environment that inspires confidence and trust among investors, creating fertile ground for businesses to thrive

Our Amazing Team

Management

Thomas Gustinis, CEO

Thomas Gustinis, CEO

Thomas Gustinis

Chief Executive Officer

Thomas drives the company’s strategic vision, growth, and long-term impact. He brings deep industry insight and a commitment to excellence that shapes the company’s mission and future.

Derek Smith, COO

Derek Smith, COO

Derek Smith

Chief Operating Officer

Derek is responsible for HR, Finance, Risk and Compliance and to ensure all controls are in place and that operations run smoothly and effectively, in line with the company strategy.

Zeeshan Khalid, CTO

Zeeshan Khalid, CTO

Zesshan Khalid

Chief Technology Officer

Zeeshan oversees all technological strategies and product development. He combines Business and Technology expertise to build AI Solutions & Products that power the company’s success.

Bernhard Janischowsky, CCO

Bernhard Janischowsky, CCO

Bernhard Janischowsky

Chief Commercial Officer

Bernhard drives our market growth through sales, marketing, and customer engagement. He focuses on expanding our reach and building lasting customer relationships.

Our Partners and Communities

Learn about our trusted partnerships and communities

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