Sara Menker

Sara Menker is a distinguished entrepreneur and founder of Gro Intelligence. With a background in commodities risk management and trading at Morgan Stanley, Sara's expertise spans both finance and agriculture. Her passion for understanding the intricate relationship between our planet's ecology and the human economy led her to establish Gro Intelligence, a platform that leverages data, analytics, and forecast models to unveil critical insights. Sara holds key roles as a Trustee at the Mandela Institute For Development Studies (MINDS) and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT). Recognized as a Global Young Leader by the World Economic Forum and a fellow of the African Leadership Initiative, Sara's commitment to sustainable development and impactful leadership is evident throughout her career. She holds a B.A. in Economics and African Studies from Mount Holyoke College and the London School of Economics, along with an M.B.A. from Columbia University.