Akin Akinsanya leads UbiCoach, an innovative EdTech venture, leveraging his expertise in building strategic partnerships across various sectors. His role is pivotal in guiding UbiCoach through the complexities of the EdTech landscape, ensuring its leadership in innovation. Beyond EdTech, Akin serves as the Head of High Growth Acceleration at Invest Newark, NJ, where he is instrumental in developing Newark's startup ecosystem. He empowers startups to scale by providing access to essential resources like funding, mentorship, and strategic alliances, fostering an environment conducive to business growth. Akin's efforts aim to enhance Newark's innovation and entrepreneurship scene significantly.

As an Adjunct Instructor and Industry Mentor for the NSF I-Corps program, Akin mentors early-stage startups, applying lean startup principles to help validate business ideas and market needs. His guidance is crucial for startups navigating commercialization, contributing significantly to the entrepreneurial ecosystem's growth.

Akin's entrepreneurial journey spans over 18 years, during which he has founded, scaled, and sold businesses in various industries, showcasing his adaptability and business acumen. His educational background includes a bachelor's in Business Administration and a master's in Leadership and Organization Development, complementing his vast professional experience.

With a life journey spanning Maryland, Nigeria, Wisconsin, and New Jersey, Akin's global perspective and understanding of diverse cultures enrich his approach to business and mentoring, making him a valuable asset to the innovation community.

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