Jibek Baihodjoeva 2025 Speaker

“Jibek Baihodjoeva is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 17 years of experience in consulting, research, and business development across agriculture, oil and gas, and manufacturing. Her expertise lies in strategic change, market analysis, and innovation, with a strong focus on scaling sustainable businesses.

As one of Kenya’s first independent poultry farmers to successfully integrate technology-driven solutions, Jibek has been at the forefront of agricultural innovation. With eight years of hands-on experience as a farmer in Kenya, she has developed a deep understanding of the local agricultural landscape, supply chains, and the challenges farmers face.

Beyond agriculture, Jibek has led analyst teams across Africa and Asia for a top security, risk, and intelligence firm, providing critical insights to Fortune 500 companies. Her ability to navigate both local and global business environments plays a key role in shaping Manna Tech’s entrepreneurial vision, ensuring the company drives scalable growth, farmer empowerment, and sustainable agricultural solutions.”