Michelle Aduro is a Nigerian entrepreneur, agribusiness leader, and community builder whose work spans agriculture, technology, real estate, hospitality, and social impact. At just 26, she has emerged as one of the most dynamic young voices shaping the future of African enterprise. Her guiding principle is simple: build enterprises that endure, and ensure that growth serves both people and community.

As Chief Operating Officer and Director of Aduro Holdings, Michelle steers strategy and execution across a diversified ecosystem that includes Aduro Farms, Aduro Homes, Empire Lounge, AstroCity Arcade, Fieldborn, and the Aduro Foundation.

Michelle holds a B.Eng. in Information & Communication Engineering from Covenant University, with certifications in Application Security and AI Analysis from IBM, and advanced training in Strategic Business Management and Corporate Governance.

She is currently pursuing Executive Education in Agribusiness at Lagos Business School. Her early career with Huawei and LuxeLiving.ng, combined with international exposure in the U.S., Malaysia, Thailand, and South Africa, shaped her commercial depth and global perspective.

Under her leadership, Aduro Farms has grown from modest beginnings into a thriving operation:

• Poultry scaled from 8,000 to 20,000 birds.
• Catfish farming expanded from 20,000 to over 100,000 fish.
• A cassava plantation now set for large-scale processing and distribution.
• New ventures in piggery and snail farming.
• A 50-acre plantain plantation marking the next frontier.

Beyond production, Michelle has positioned Aduro Farms in processing and value addition — extending shelf life, boosting trade, and empowering local farmers. She also champions the inclusion of women and youth in agriculture, ensuring expansion creates shared opportunity.

As Co-Founder of Zirro, Michelle equips entrepreneurs with practical digital tools — from storefronts and invoicing to inventory management, payments, and analytics. Her operator’s mindset ensures innovation across her ventures is never abstract, but tangible and actionable.

Through the Aduro Foundation, Michelle has led initiatives such as:

• Rebuilding a community health center in Okitipupa, Ondo State.
• Organizing free medical fairs with screenings and eye care.
• Launching the Aduro Cup to engage youth and foster community spirit.
• Driving a long-term reforestation program to restore landscapes while creating jobs.

Her ventures converge under Miore, her master brand identity built on innovation, sustainability, and growth. She also leads BloomHer, a women-focused platform for production and investment, and The Circle with Michelle, a growing network for partnerships, events, and community.