Michael Akinsete is a purpose-driven entrepreneur and innovator focused on sustainable food systems. As co-founder and CMO of Ecotutu, a cleantech company that designs affordable solar-powered cold storage solutions, preventing food loss and empowering 5,000+ smallholder farmers, Michael is driving the rapid adoption of cold chain solutions in the Nigerian Food Systems through financial inclusion, knowledge and capacity building and policy. With a decade of experience, he has launched four tech-driven ventures, leveraging lean methodologies to reduce post-harvest losses. He founded Green Nation Heroes, educating 300 students on sustainability, and co-edited Young Climate Heroes, reaching 7,000+ youths. Recognized as "The Food Systems Guy," his impact has earned accolades from Orange Corners, UNLEASH, he was recently named the Nigerian Agropreneur of the Year 2025 by the Dutch Embassy.
Michael Akinsete
Co-founder, Ecotutu