Hikmot Salako is a professional with extensive experience in community engagement, entrepreneurship, research, and food science. Currently serving as a Community Member at Herizon since April 2023, Hikmot has completed an eight-week course on growth hacking. As the Founder of Discover Yoruba since January 2021, Hikmot is dedicated to promoting the Yoruba language, supporting small businesses owned by the Yoruba people, and enhancing wellness through food, body, and soul initiatives. Additionally, Hikmot owns the e-commerce website Beauty for Baby and Me, specializing in mother and baby products. Previous roles include Research Assistant at the University of Helsinki, focusing on sensory evaluations and data analysis, as well as serving with the International Funds For Agricultural Development and the Malaysian Palm Oil Board. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Food Science from the University of Helsinki and a Bachelor's degree in Food Biotechnology from Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia.