Conversation with CEO Akinkunmi John

Mr. Akinkunmi John holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology from the University of Ibadan and an MBA from the Business School, Netherlands (with distinction in dissertation). In the course of service in the private sector, he underwent several trainings and certification courses in Management, Leadership and Marketing. He is a professional in Marketing and Management with experience spanning several years in Commercial Banking and Credit Analysis in the banking industry. Mr. Akinkunmi John is the Founder and Managing Director of Goldbridge Foods Limited, a company that specializes in the processing of easy-to-prepare indigenous packaged foods. Goldbridge Foods Limited is the promoter of food products under the brand name “Laba”. “Laba” as the name connotes represents originality, freshness, and naturalness. The company’s aim is to minimize the turnaround time in preparing meals, provide foods that are devoid of toxic chemicals and in naturally preserved forms (fresh- close to organic foods), and bridge the gap in the supply of healthy and highly nutritional foods to the Nigerian populaces and other African consumers, as well as provide business and employment opportunities to people. Currently, the company’s products include unripe plantain flour, bean flour, corn flour, garri, instant pounded yam flour, bean flour, rice flour, and smoked catfish. More products are in the offing. His vision is to be a catalyst of positive impact in the business world, community, and the world. His mission is to inspire, help the helpless, and give hope to the hopeless in society. Mr. Akinkunmi John is happily married and blessed with a daughter and a son.