The Student Workforce Innovation Movement (SWIM) today announced the appointment of agritech innovator Evans Kyere-Mensah as Global Agritech & Climate Innovation Advisor, a strategic leadership role focused on expanding global workforce pathways in agriculture, climate resilience, and next-generation food systems
This strategic appointment strengthens global efforts to connect students, universities, and industry through Agritech innovation, sustainable food systems, and workforce development.
SWIM is an emerging global platform dedicated to connecting students, universities, industry leaders, governments, and development organizations to build workforce pathways and innovation ecosystems that prepare the next generation for the evolving global economy.
Kyere-Mensah brings extensive experience in agribusiness development, youth empowerment, agricultural value chain innovation, and climate-smart agriculture initiatives across Africa and international development networks. In his advisory role, he will provide strategic guidance on SWIM’s expanding portfolio of agritech education initiatives, university partnerships, and innovation programs designed to prepare students for emerging opportunities in agriculture and climate innovation.
The appointment comes at a critical moment for the global economy. According to global development organizations including the World Bank and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), agriculture supports the livelihoods of nearly one billion people worldwide and remains one of the most important sectors for economic development, climate resilience, and food security.
Africa is expected to play a defining role in the future of global agriculture, with the continent home to the world’s youngest population and vast agricultural potential. Global development experts increasingly emphasize that equipping young people with agritech skills, innovation pathways, and entrepreneurial opportunities will be essential to unlocking sustainable economic growth and strengthening global food systems.
SWIM’s model addresses this opportunity by building a global platform that connects students with universities, industry partners, and emerging innovation ecosystems across sectors including agritech, climate technology, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurship.
“Evans brings a rare combination of agricultural innovation expertise, youth development leadership, and global perspective,” said Louv Afua Amoakowaa Ford, Founder and CEO of the Student Workforce Innovation Movement (SWIM). “His insight will play a critical role as we expand SWIM’s agritech programs, build partnerships with universities and research institutions, and create new opportunities for students to participate in the future of sustainable agriculture and climate solutions.”
Ford added, “Agriculture sits at the intersection of food security, economic development, and climate resilience. By connecting students to agritech innovation ecosystems and institutional partnerships, SWIM is helping prepare the next generation of leaders who will shape the future of sustainable agriculture.”
As Global Agritech & Climate Innovation Advisor, Kyere-Mensah will contribute to several strategic initiatives, including:
• Development of agritech education and certification programs in collaboration with accredited universities
• Expansion of climate-smart agriculture training and workforce development initiatives
• Strategic partnerships with agricultural institutions, agribusiness companies, and international development organizations
• Creation of innovation pilot programs and student-led agritech entrepreneurship initiatives
These initiatives support SWIM’s broader mission to build a global workforce ecosystem connecting students, educational institutions, governments, and industry leaders to drive innovation, job creation, and sustainable economic development.
“I am honored to join SWIM as Global Agritech & Climate Innovation Advisor,” said Evans Kyere-Mensah. “Agriculture is undergoing a profound transformation driven by technology, climate challenges, and new economic opportunities. SWIM’s vision of connecting students with innovation ecosystems and industry partnerships provides a powerful platform to empower the next generation of leaders in agriculture and climate resilience.”
Through this collaboration, SWIM and Kyere-Mensah will work to strengthen pathways for students to participate in agricultural innovation, support the development of sustainable food systems, and foster entrepreneurship that contributes to long-term economic growth across emerging markets.
As SWIM continues to expand its global advisory network and institutional partnerships, the organization is building a collaborative ecosystem where students, educators, innovators, and industry leaders work together to develop the workforce and innovation solutions needed for the future global economy.
About Evans Kyere-Mensah
Evans Kyere-Mensah is an internationally recognized award-winning agribusiness and youth development leader focused on advancing agricultural innovation, entrepreneurship, and climate-smart agriculture initiatives. His work centers on empowering young people to participate in agricultural value chains, promoting sustainable farming practices, and developing programs that strengthen economic opportunity and resilient food systems across emerging markets.
About the Student Workforce Innovation Movement (SWIM)
The Student Workforce Innovation Movement (SWIM) is a global initiative dedicated to expanding opportunities for students through workforce innovation, education partnerships, and entrepreneurship. By connecting students with universities, industry leaders, governments, and global organizations, SWIM develops programs that equip young people with the skills, networks, and paid opportunities needed to thrive in the evolving global economy. SWIM supports initiatives across sectors including agritech, artificial intelligence, climate innovation, blockchain technology, and entrepreneurship, helping to build innovation ecosystems that empower the next generation of global leaders
