Born in IVORY COAST, and native French speaker, has lived and worked in USA for last ten years. Moreover, he has over ten (10) years of “boots on the ground” experience working with and supporting local farmers and farmers’ cooperatives in West Africa. Mr. Ako is passionate about improving the economic lives of farmers in Ivory Coast and preserving the environment for sustainable farming. Also, he has traveled to over 45 states in the USA, making presentations to American Buyers regarding the benefits of purchasing organic agricultural products from IVORY COAST. Mr. Ako is also the CEO of IAC—International Agribusiness Council, a non-profit organization with headquarters in Washington DC, USA; its mission is to promote USA-AFRICA agricultural strategic partnerships and trade. Mr. Ako is also an International Agriproducts Trader and Farm Owner. He is also a pioneer in organizing international exhibitions and conferences regarding agricultural crops in Africa, Asia, and America. He has over 20 years of experience in this field.Mr. Ako is also the CEO of IAC—International Agribusiness Council, a non-profit organization with headquarters in Washington DC, USA; its mission is to promote USA-AFRICA agricultural strategic partnerships and trade.