Kiki Louya is a Detroit-born Chef, Entrepreneur, Food Activist, Community Partner, and Storyteller, working to build a healthier, more equitable food system for all.
She is currently available for speaking engagements, appearances and business consulting.
Her work has been featured in Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, Martha Stewart Living, The Wall Street Journal, Women’s Health, The New York Times, and more.
A PEOPLE-FIRST APPROACH TO BUSINESS
Born and raised in Detroit, Kiki has gained recognition as a changemaker in the American food industry. She founded Folk & The Farmer’s Hand, two award winning food concepts with the purpose of supporting the fair treatment of food and farm workers alike. She is also a founder of Nest Egg Detroit, the country’s first all women-owned hospitality group.
Over 20 years of experience working in food, and a proven track record of business and community development.
A HIGHLY-SOUGHT AFTER TALENT
Kiki has provided thought leadership for the Detroit Food Policy Council, FREEP Film Festival, Detroit Entrepreneur Week, the Detroit Center for Design & Technology, and the Yale University Afro-American Cultural Center & Sustainable Food Program.
Triple-bottom-line practices that balance social, environmental, and financial goals.
A PASSION FOR SUSTAINABILITY
Kiki works with local community partners to develop economic strategies for the growth and advancement of Northwest Detroit’s commercial corridors with special attention to human-centered design and green infrastructure. She is also a Certified Market Manager and the planning force behind the Northwest Detroit Farmers’ Market 2020 Season.
AN ETHOS TO GUIDE THE WAY
Whatever it is, you’ll find her at the place where food & community meet.
