Named maker of the ’Best Chocolate in the World ‘ at the 2022 Paris International Agricultural Show, combining the world’s best chocolate with economic opportunities for women is ex-banker Axel Emmanuel Gbaou’s passion. Axel has trained over 2,000 women cocoa producers who are certified organic, fair trade, or practice sustainable agriculture. With an annual Ivorian yield of more than two million tons and a global cocoa value of $67.8 billion by 2029, Le Chocolatier Ivoirien helps boost the economy. His handcrafted quality produce, geared to the worldwide market, also caters to local palates with flavors adapted to African tastes.