Rich Acquaah-Harrison

Akwaman

A teacher heard the name Acquaah and said Aquaman. A classroom lit up. The name stuck — through high school, through careers, through decades of work and growth. Akwaman isn't a brand. It's a story that keeps writing itself.

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Built from the ground up.
Still building.

The name Akwaman has followed Rich Acquaah-Harrison since a high school classroom turned a mispronunciation into an identity. What started as a nickname became an anchor — a reminder that the best things often begin unexpectedly.

Over 15 years in technology delivery, Rich has led Agile teams, rebuilt broken processes, coached organizations through transformation, and driven completion rates from 24% to 84% through servant leadership and relentless focus on what actually matters.

Outside the boardroom, Rich picks up a camera — capturing weddings, sporting moments, and the energy of live events. And in the community, he helps new business owners find their footing, from their first tax ID to their first real plan.

Same person. Different rooms. One commitment.

15+
Years in Agile delivery
24→84%
Sprint completion turnaround
CSM · SASM
Scrum certifications
4
Active professional streams

What I bring to the table

Every engagement is different. Every client gets the full version of what I know.

AI Chatbot Design & Deployment
Akwaman Tech
Wedding & Event Photography
Photography
Sports & Action Photography
Photography
Startup Business Planning & Formation
Consulting
Tax ID, Entity Structure & Early Operations
Consulting
Agile Coaching & Scrum Facilitation
Agile
Business Analysis & Requirements
Agile

Ready to start a conversation?

Whether you're a business owner who wants to stop missing leads, a couple planning their wedding, a startup looking for direction, or an organization that needs better delivery — I'd love to hear from you.

01 — Akwaman Tech

Build.
Automate. Grow.

AI-powered lead capture for businesses — built by a Senior Business Analyst who understands your business before touching a single line of code.

24/7 Lead Capture
A smart chat assistant on your website captures customer name, issue, and contact info — day or night.
Instant Notifications
The moment a lead comes in, you get notified with their details. No missed opportunities.
Owner Dashboard
View every conversation, mark leads as called or booked, and track your pipeline in one clean view.
Custom Built for You
Every chatbot is designed around your specific business — your services, your questions, your voice.
Simple Pricing
Starting at $149/month. Also available as a one-time build on Fiverr for businesses who prefer that model.
Ongoing Support
Changes, updates, and support are included. You call, I handle it.
See it live in 60 seconds
Try the full demo — customer experience and owner dashboard — built for a real local business.
Try the Live Chatbot Demo →

02 — Photography

The moments
that matter.

Weddings, events, and sports photography serving the Philadelphia region and beyond.

Weddings
Events
Sports
Portraits
Celebrations
Action

Gallery coming soon — portfolio images being uploaded.

Wedding Photography
From the first look to the last dance — every moment of your day, captured with intention.
Event Coverage
Corporate events, galas, grand openings, and community gatherings. Professional coverage that tells the story.
Sports Photography
Youth leagues, high school sports, and local athletics. The plays, the players, and the moments between.
Let's talk about your event
Every shoot is different. Reach out and let's find the right coverage for your moment.
Get in Touch →

03 — Business Consulting

From idea
to operational.

Helping fledgling businesses find solid ground — from the first conversation to the first real plan.

Business Formation
Entity selection, tax ID registration, state filings. Every step, walked through together.
Business Plan Development
A real, fleshed-out business plan — built around your idea, your market, and your goals.
Startup Strategy
Pricing, positioning, your first customers, and your first 90 days. Clear direction from someone who's done it.
Operations Setup
Bank accounts, business email, basic tools, and processes. The foundation that makes everything else work.
Ongoing Advising
Not a one-time engagement. Available as you grow — for decisions, pivots, and thinking partner moments.
Digital Presence
Website, chatbot, and lead capture built into your business from day one — not an afterthought.
Have an idea? Let's build it.
The hardest part is starting. Let's have a 30-minute conversation and figure out your next real step together.
Start the Conversation →

04 — Agile & Delivery

Teams that deliver.
Consistently.

15+ years as a Scrum Master and Senior Business Analyst. CSM and SAFe Advanced Scrum Master certified.

Scrum Mastery
Sprint planning, retrospectives, standups, and backlog refinement — facilitated with discipline and servant leadership.
Agile Coaching
Team maturity development, ceremony improvement, and the mindset shifts that make delivery sustainable.
Business Analysis
Requirements gathering, user stories, UAT, stakeholder workshops, and gap analysis.
Scaled Agile (SAFe)
Enterprise-level Agile delivery across multiple teams and business lines.
Process Improvement
24% to 84% sprint completion. 60-minute standups reduced to 15. Real outcomes driven by data.
Stakeholder Engagement
Clear communication across all levels — from development teams to executive sponsors.
Let's talk delivery
Looking for a Scrum Master, Agile Coach, or Senior BA? Let's connect.
Connect on LinkedIn →
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Aki
Akwaman's virtual assistant