Akissi Stokes

Akissi Stokes-Nelson is an accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in Finance and IT who is currently serving as the CEO & Co-Founder of WunderGrubs, a position she has held since November 2019.1 Her career journey has been diverse and impressive, spanning various industries and roles.

Professional Background

Akissi's professional experience includes:

• Senior Business Systems Analyst at Boys & Girls Clubs of America (April 2017 - November 2019)1
• IT Health Project Manager at Northrop Grumman Corporation (September 2015 - April 2017)1
• Senior Business Systems Analyst at various organizations including Atlanta Housing Authority and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention1

Education and Certifications

Akissi holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Emory University, which she obtained between 1990 and 1994.1 She has also pursued additional education and certifications:

• Certificates in SQL, Excel VBA, Access VBA, and Excel Formulas & Functions from Emory University in 20071
• Social Innovation for Sustainable Communities certification from Georgia Institute of Technology (February 2020)1
• Design Thinking for Business Innovation certification from Emory University (December 2023)1

Entrepreneurial Ventures

As the CEO & Co-Founder of WunderGrubs, Akissi is involved in the insect protein production industry.2 WunderGrubs is focused on sustainable nutrition and is working to transform the food landscape.3

Awards and Recognition

Akissi has received recognition for her innovative work:

• 2020 Startup Disruptor Award from Atlanta Technology Professionals (November 2020)1
• Black Women in Food Innovator Award from Dine Diaspora (March 2023)1

Akissi Stokes-Nelson's career trajectory demonstrates her adaptability, leadership skills, and commitment to innovation in sustainable food solutions.