Sara Menker is the founder and chief executive officer of Gro Intelligence, a pioneering agricultural data and analytics platform that aggregates and analyzes vast global datasets to improve decision-making in food systems and climate strategy.
With a background in commodities trading at Morgan Stanley, Sara identified critical information gaps in agricultural markets and founded Gro Intelligence to address inefficiencies affecting governments, investors, and multinational corporations. Under her leadership, the company has grown into a globally recognized data intelligence firm serving institutions across finance, development, and policy sectors.
Her work sits at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and global food security. Sara is widely regarded as one of the most influential African technology founders operating on the international stage and has been recognized for advancing innovation in agri-tech and climate analytics.
Key Achievements
Founded one of the world’s leading agricultural intelligence platforms
Recognized among global technology and business leaders
Advisor and speaker on food security and climate data systems
Pioneer in data-driven commodity market analysis
Platform Acknowledgment
Ethiopian Profiles recognizes Sara Menker for outstanding contributions to their field and for demonstrating professional excellence that contributes to Ethiopia's knowledge and development.