Dr. Akanimo Odon is an internationally recognized strategist, sustainability expert, and visionary leader whose work bridges education, research innovation, and development across Africa and beyond. With a Ph.D. in Environmental Management from Lancaster University and professional training from Cambridge, Stanford, and MIT, Dr. Odon brings academic excellence, entrepreneurial flair, and strategic insight to the global stage.

He has advised governments, academic institutions, and international organizations—including the African Union, African Development Bank, and over five UK universities—on cross-border education, local content development, and research capacity building. Dr. Odon has secured over £20 million in international funding for projects spanning science, innovation, and youth entrepreneurship, and has trained and mentored thousands of African researchers and young professionals.

As the Founder of Flexy-Learn and CEO of Envirofly Consulting UK, he has catalyzed transformative partnerships across 30+ African countries. His creative ventures include producing DRY, the award-winning feature film on gender justice, and authoring the best-selling career book The Graduate Code.

Dr. Odon’s talks are known for their clarity, depth, and relevance—perfectly tailored for audiences at the nexus of policy, education, business, and social impact. Whether he’s addressing global forums, university audiences, or innovation hubs, he inspires action with real-world insights and an infectious commitment to change.