Mr. Nathaniel Etse Gadegbeku is the Managing Director of Labianca Company Limited, one of the largest food distribution companies in West Africa. Over the past decade, he has transformed Labianca from a modest team of seven into a thriving enterprise of more than 300 employees, firmly establishing the company as a leader in the region’s food industry.
A passionate advocate for a sustainable meat and poultry supply chain, Mr. Gadegbeku founded Holland Akokor in 2015. The innovative firm addresses inefficiencies in the poultry sector by providing Ghanaian farmers with essential day-old chicks and premium-quality feed. His strategic vision also extends to national development: as a Non-Executive Director of the National Investment Bank (2017–2021), he contributed valuable insights to strengthen Ghana’s financial strategy.
Under his leadership, Labianca has pioneered critical infrastructure in partnership with the Dutch government, including three state-of-the-art cold storage facilities in Ghana. Among them is West Africa’s largest solar-powered cold store — a groundbreaking project that reflects his commitment to innovation and impact. In recognition of this leadership, Labianca received the prestigious Liner Importer of the Year Award at the 2021 Ghana Shippers Awards.
Mr. Gadegbeku holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Information Studies from the University of Ghana, Legon, and a Master’s degree in Accountancy from Keller Graduate School of Management in the United States. After qualifying as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and gaining experience in various accounting roles, he returned to Ghana with a mission: to make a lasting impact in the food industry.
