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1st Alex Ike Ikeme Professor 0f Food Science and Technology , Social Entrepreneur at University 0f Nigeria NigeriaFood Production Current University Of Mkar, Mkar, UNIVERSITY OF MKAR , MKAR, University of Mkar , Mkar Previous EDC-CBN, CEDR - Centre for Entrepreneurship & Development Research, Church Educational System , Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Education Purdue University,West Lafayette Indiana 500+ connectionsSend a messageMore options ng.linkedin.com/pub/alex-ike-ikeme/75/729/492 Contact Info Activity Recent updates Alex Ike Ikeme is now connected to Dulue Mbachu, Bloomberg News 47 minutes ago Alex Ike Ikeme is now connected to Dr Gopi Ghosh, Assistant Representative at FAO India, Daniel Avnon, Director, Avnon Consulting, and 1 other person. 11 hours ago Alex Ike Ikeme is now connected to Marc Stewart, Academic Business Officer at BYU-Idaho, Lisa Bass, NBCT, M.Ed., Teacher at Nordonia Hills City Schools, and 1 other person. 1 day ago Alex Ike Ikeme likes this update: David Eldredge David Eldredge I cannot say enough about the book I just finished 'Influencer: The Power to Change Anything' Especially Ch 7. 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Like (2) Comment Share 3 days ago Alex Ike Ikeme and Angela Waters Alex Ike Ikeme is now connected to Kayode Olorunfemi, Creative Director at Box of Matches, Lisa Kensler, EdD, Associate Professor in Educational Leadership, and 3 other people. 3 days ago Alex Ike Ikeme is now connected to Ralph von Kaufmann, Consultant on agribusiness incubation, foresight and livestock systems 4 days ago Alex Ike Ikeme is now connected to Joyce Malyn-Smith, Director Strategic Initiatives in Workforce and Human Development at EDC and Shaun Coffey ★, CEO I Chairman and Independent Director I Change Maker & Innovation Expert 6 days ago Alex Ike Ikeme is now connected to olutade olajitan, doctor at NHS 8 days ago Alex Ike Ikeme has an updated profile (Education) Like Comment 10 days ago Alex Ike Ikeme is now connected to Magdalena Blum, Extension Systems Officer at FAO and Suresh Babu, Economic researcher at IFPRI 10 days ago See Less Background Summary Alumnus of Purdue University, West Lafayette Indiana ; PhD in Food Science ( 1981 ) Alumnus of University of Arkansas ,Fayetteville ; Msc in Food Science ( 1979 ) Alumnus of University of Nigeria ( Bsc Animal Science - 1976 ; Msc Psychology ( Social ) 2008 Director CES, LDS : Nigeria , East & West Africa ( 1991 - 1995 ) Founder And CEO United Aid International - NGO .(2001) Teacher, Mentor & Coach . Social Entrepreneur. Director Centre for Entrepreneurship and Development Research , University of Nigeria Nsukka (2006-2009) Executive Director Entrepreneurship Development Centre, South-East (Nigeria) 2008-2011 Head Department of Food Science & Technology, University of Nigeria (2002-2004) Dean Faculty of Agriculture , University of Nigeria (2004-2006) Member University of Nigeria Governing Council (2005-2007) Visiting Professor University of Mkar,Mkar,Benue State Nigeria (2008--Till Date) Consultant/Visiting Professor Veritas University-Catholic University of Nigeria,2012-2013. DSC00272 DSC00272 DSC01799 DSC01799 DSC01831 (2) DSC01831 (2) IMG_2891 IMG_2891 IMG_2950 IMG_2950 SEE MORE Experience Director , UMM Entrepreneurship Study Centre University Of Mkar, Mkar October 2013 – Present (2 months) Responsible for the day-to-day management of the Centre..Organize all academic programmes of the Centre and Strategically position the Centre as a Centre of Excellence and Creativity.Responsible to The Vice Chancellor. DSC00602 DSC00602 DSC00687 DSC00687 IMG_6003 IMG_6003 Head & Dean , College of Food Science & Technology UNIVERSITY OF MKAR , MKAR February 2013 – Present (10 months)Benue State , Nigeria Oversee Teaching and Research . DSC01362 DSC01362 DSC01363 DSC01363 Vice Chairman UniMkar - EDC Advisory Board University of Mkar , Mkar March 2012 – Present (1 year 9 months)University of Mkar, Mkar Benue State Nigeria Strategic Planning including Actualization of Entrepreneurial Vision of The Vice Chancellor , Prof E.H.Agba . IMG_2388 IMG_2388 IMG_2414 IMG_2414 IMG_6035 IMG_6035 IMG_6048 IMG_6048 DSC01364 DSC01364 Professor of Food Science and Technology , Social Entrepreneur University of Nigeria , Nsukka December 1991 – Present (22 years)Nsukka As a Professor I am actively engaged in Teaching , Research , Consultancy , Management & Strategic Planning... As a Social Entrepreneur I Add Value in All Ramifications :I combine Innovation . Resourcefulness ,and Opportunity to Address Social & Environmental Challenges. (Open)1 project (Open)2 honors and awards University of Nigeria, NsukkaTeacher,Coach & Mentor University of Nigeria, Nsukka December 1981 – Present (32 years) As a Teacher I Provide Professional Instructions , Systematic Information , Training , Enliightenment & Education for my Students. As a Coach I Inform , Mentor Guide ,Direct , Prepare , Inspire & Improve The Performance of others. As a Mentor I Facilitate an unending Learning Process/Interaction For Mutual Benefit. (Open)1 honor or award A cross section of students, catching them young A cross section of students, catching them young A cross section of students, catching them young -Entrepreneurship the only way forward. A cross section of students, catching them young -Entrepreneurship the only way forward. A cross section of students, catching them young A cross section of students, catching them young A cross section of students, catching them young A cross section of students, catching them young A cross section of students, catching them young A cross section of students, catching them young SEE MORE Professor 0f Food Science and Technology , Social Entrepreneur University 0f Nigeria December 1981 – Present (32 years)Nigeria Teacher , Coach & Mentor , Strategic Planning & Research . Director of Programme EDC-CBN March 2008 – December 2011 (3 years 10 months)Head Office at Onitsha for The Entire South East Nigeria Director Entrepreneurship Development Centre - An Initiative of The Central Bank of Nigeria . In charge of the day to day running of the novel programme designed to inculcate entrepreneurial skills in Nigerians especially the unemployed graduates and school leavers. (Open)1 project (Open)1 honor or award DSC00126 DSC00126 DSC01866 DSC01866 Director of Operations CEDR - Centre for Entrepreneurship & Development Research September 2006 – July 2009 (2 years 11 months)University of Nigeria , Nsukka Strategic Consulting , Inculcating Entrepreneurial / Leadership Skills including Business Development , Management & Mentoring . (Open)3 honors and awards DSC00128 DSC00128 DSC01872 DSC01872 Director Church Educational System , Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints August 1991 – May 1995 (3 years 10 months)Nigeria Incharge of Religious Educaction for The Youth ( 18 - 28 years of age . ) . Certifications Professional Development Programme for Teachers/Administrators.Solihull, England,October,1990.(Link) CES of LDS October 1990 – Present Professional Development Programme for Teachers/Administrators.Johannesburg,South Africa, September,1994(Link) Johannesburg , South Africa-CES of LDS September 1994 – Present Workshop on Management and Leadership Development in Nigerian Universities,UNN, August 2006(Link) University of Nigeria, Nsukka August 2006 – Present Professional Development Programme for Teachers/Administrators , Salt Lake City, Utah ,1991 - 1993(Link) Church Educational System (CES) August 1991 – Present Workshop on Development of Curriculum and Strategic Plan on Entrepreneurship for Nigerian Higher Education Institutions.(Link) National Universities Commission November 2006 – Present Volunteer Experience & Causes SOCIAL ENTREPRENEUR-FACILITATOR UNITED AID INTERNATIONAL- NGO 2001Poverty Alleviation Spending time & personal funds to uplift the less-privilledged through capacity building , guidance & counseling , empowerement. Opportunities Alex Ike is looking for: Joining a nonprofit board Skills-based volunteering (pro bono consulting) Causes Alex Ike cares about: Children Education Human Rights Poverty Alleviation Science and Technology Social Services Organizations Alex Ike supports: Voluntary Organizations , Churches , ........ Courses Purdue University,West Lafayette Indiana FOOD ,MICROBIOLOGY,, AGRI BUSINESS , QUALITY EVALUATION & CONTROL , POULTRY & EGG TECHNOLOGY , FOOD CHEMISTRY , NUTRITITION- ETC Independent Coursework NUTRITION Publications MEAT SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY- A COMPREHENSTVE APPROACH(Link) Africana FEP Publishers (1990 ) April 1990 The scope of this book is a very broad one ,extendind from the study of meat science through storaage ,processing, and preservation to quality control. This book aims at a comprehensive coverage of the study of meat science and technology and is recommended for degree and diploma students of various levels. It effectively serves as class textbook, supplementary text or a library refrence.The book...more READINGS IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP-BRIDGING LEARNING and EARNING(Link) GRAND-HERITAGE GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS April 2012 Readings in Entrepreneurship is a compendium of selected speeches on entrepreneurship,creativity and innovation.This Book Encourages Life-long learning and advancement through capacity-building . SAVED BY GRACE(Link) SNAAP PRESS LTD October 2001 'Saved By Grace' is a true life experience of a university professor who, like the Biblical prodigal son, learnt from his mistakes in a hard way and returned to his Father. In a most vivid manner, the author leaves no one in doubt that there is no dead end of a road for a Christain. Entrepreneurial Creativity For Entrepreneurship Education(Link) Multi Educational Service Trust (MEST) Nsukka , Nigeria 2008 Amongst others The Book X- RAYS the Application of Creativity , Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Holistic Development of the Individual. 2 authors Alex Ike Ikeme Alex Ike Ikeme Professor 0f Food Science and Technology , Social Entrepreneur at University 0f Nigeria No photo Onu V.C Creativity , Innovation and Entrpreneurshipp(Link) Multi Education Service Trust{MEST) Nsukka ,Nigeria 2009 Entrepreneurship , Creativity and Innovation - Essential Tools in Starting & Managing Business 2 authors Alex Ike Ikeme Alex Ike Ikeme Professor 0f Food Science and Technology , Social Entrepreneur at University 0f Nigeria No photo Onu V C POLY- FUNCTIONAL EGG : HOW CAN IT BE REPLACED ?(Link) UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA SENATE CEREMONIALS COMMITTEE October 2008 39th Inaugural Lecture of The University of Nigeria, Delivered on October 15, 2008..X-rays My Contributions to The World of Knowledge and Civilization ,Traversing Many Disciplines in The World's Intellectual Arena.,( Animal Science , Food Science , Psychology , Philosophy , Entrepreneurship , etc Projects Use of Insecticides In The Preservation of Smoked Fish In Nigeria(Link) January 1990 – December 2011 Officially Banned . Used Secretly By Fish Processors, 3 team members Alex Ike Ikeme Alex Ike Ikeme Professor 0f Food Science and Technology , Social Entrepreneur at University 0f Nigeria No photo Prof John Igene of University Of Benin No photo Nigeria & his Team. EDC-An Initiative of The Central Bank Of Nigeria(Link) March 2008 – December 2011 Designed To Inculcate Entrepreneurial Skills In Participants For The Purpose of Reducing Unemployment Among The Citizenry , Provides Entrepreneurship & Business Management Training That Would Enable Graduates Set Up & Manage Viable Micro-Enterprises, (Open)11 team members, including: Alex Ike Ikeme Alex Ike Ikeme Professor 0f Food Science and Technology , Social Entrepreneur at University 0f Nigeria Fabian Ugwu Fabian Ugwu -- No photo Reuben Agu Nonso Onuma Nonso Onuma Quality Control/Assurance Technician at Bergin Fruit & Nut Company Honors & Awards Winner of the Prestigious International Pan African Award on Entrepreneurship (2008) TEACH A MAN TO FISH March 2008 CEDR RATED BEST IN NIGERIA AS PER VIABILITY , SUSTAINABILITY & IMPACT ON EDUCATION,... Winner , Vice- Chancellor's Award ( 2008 ) for Outstanding Contributions/Selfless Service to the University University of Nigeria October 2008 Vice Chacellor's Award. Winner Nigerian Association of Agricultural Students ( NAAS ) Award (2008 ) Award NAAS November 2008 Contributions Towards The Development of Agricultural Youth Through Entrepreneurial Education. MERITORIOUS DIAMOND AWARD (2007) CORPORATE AND MEDIA AFRICA COMMUNICATIONS LTD November 2007 FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Winner Youth Entrpreneurship Award Withworth Entrepreneurship Consultancy, UK November 2008 RISING ENTREPRENEURSHIP INSTITUTION AWARD . INTERNATIONAL SERVICE AWARD FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP ROTARY CLUB OF ENUGU , DISTRICT 9140. September 2007 DIAMOND JUBILEE AWARD Sisters of The Immaculate Heart of Mary, Mother of Christ September 2012 Contributions As A Social Entrepreneur , Skills & Expertise Most endorsed for... 34Science 25Teaching 19University Teaching 18Research Design 16Lecturing 15Research 10Statistics 8Entrepreneurship 8Academic Writing 6Higher Education Alex Ike also knows about... 6Strategic Planning 6Analysis 5Strategy 5Adult Education 5Food Microbiology 4Food Science 4Management 4Instructional Design 3Microsoft Office 3Training 3Grant Writing 2Data Analysis 2Qualitative Research 2Public Speaking 2Curriculum Design See 12+ Education Purdue University,West Lafayette Indiana Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Food Science 1979 – 1981 Alumnus : University of Arkansas ,Fayetteville, Arkansas { 1977 - 1979 ) Published in Journals : of Food Science , Poultry Science,FAO Proceedings etc . Author 0f Books on Meat Science & Entrepreneurship , Polyfunctional, Highly Creative and Innovative. Activities and Societies: IFT, Phi Tau Sigma, Sigma Xi & PSA (Open)1 course DSC00063 DSC00063 University of Arkansas at Fayetteville Master's degree, Food Science 1977 – 1979 Worked with Professor Tommy Goodwin. Research - Effect of Nitrite Content on Shelf-Life and Acceptability of Cornish Game Hen ( Sponsored By Tyson Foods ). Left Arkansas (1979 ) for Purdue University. Graduated with Ph.D ( Food Science & Technolgy ) 1981. University of Nigeria , Nsukka Bachelor's degree, Animal Sciences, Second Class Hons ( Upper Division ) 1972 – 1976 Activities and Societies: BETA SIGMA FRATERNITY Additional Info Personal Details Birthday April 23, 1953 Marital Status Married Recommendations Given (1) Peter, would you like to recommend Alex Ike? Recommend Alex Ike Ron Wesley Ron Wesley GRADUATE ASSISTANT RON & I WERE CLASSMATES IN PURDUE HE IS OF AMIABLE DISPOSITION,A GREAT THINKER, AN ACCURATE OBSERVER, AN ACHIEVER. RON IS AN ASSET TO ANY ORGANIZATION HE WORKS FOR.. August 9, 2013, Alex Ike worked directly with Ron at PURDUE UNIVERSITY See More ConnectionsAll (500+)Shared (3)New (56) James GriersonJames Grierson2nd Business Development and Affiliate Management Professional Connect1Muhammadou M.O. Kah, Ph.DMuhammadou M.O. Kah, Ph.D2nd Vice Chancellor/President/Rector & Professor of Information Technology & Communications Connect24Mark PernaMark Perna2nd Owner, Tools for Schools Connect1Robert NortonRobert Norton2nd PBTT-O Program Director at The Ohio State University Connect1Judith FrancisJudith Francis2nd Senior Programme Coordinator Science and Technology Policy at CTA Connect7Molokwu AzikiweMolokwu Azikiwe2nd Head of Division - Budget Management & Monitoring at ECOWAS Commission Connect2Walter H. MayerWalter H. Mayer3rd CEO of PROGIS GmbH. 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