Arke Inc. is proud to be featured in the Chicago Reader, highlighting the unconventional journey that led to the creation of the eVenture eBike retrofit kit. This feature dives into how a passion for music and technology evolved into a mission to revolutionize mobility, proving that innovation often comes from the most unexpected places.
Before launching Arke Inc., Founder & CEO Nana Arkorful was deeply immersed in Chicago's music and tech scenes—DJing for community events, teaching and working in IT. These two worlds may seem unrelated, but they laid the foundation for his ability to blend creativity, problem-solving, and technology into a real-world solution. Over time, this passion transformed into something bigger: a commitment to making mobility more accessible and sustainable on a global scale.
🎶 A Journey of Transformation
What started as a love for curating sounds and building community through music turned into an obsession with solving real-world challenges. Nana's background in IT gave him the technical expertise to understand systems, design, and engineering, which ultimately led to his work in electric vehicle technology. The realization that millions of people worldwide struggle with affordable and efficient transportation fueled the idea behind Arke Inc.
Arke's flagship product, the eVenture eBike retrofit kit, was born out of this mission. Instead of requiring people to buy expensive new eBikes, Arke empowers them to electrify the bikes they already own—an affordable, scalable, and environmentally friendly solution.
⚡ Where Arke Inc. is Headed Next
The Chicago Reader feature not only reflects on Arke's origins but also highlights where the company is headed. As Arke scales, the goal is to expand beyond bicycles, applying its electric drivetrain technology to 3- and 4-wheel vehicles, and continuing to push for a world where clean mobility is accessible to all.
This story is more than just a business milestone—it's about resilience, reinvention, and using every experience as a stepping stone toward innovation.
Read the full article here, and learn more about how Arke Inc. is redefining mobility at www.arkeglobal.com.