Yinka Ogunbiyi

Yinka Ogunbiyi is a Nigerian-American engineer and Harvard graduate known for his innovative contributions to technology in the beauty industry. He developed HaloBraid, the world’s first braid-assist robot, which aims to alleviate the physical strain on hairstylists and significantly reduce salon service times. His groundbreaking work has garnered attention and support, raising $7 million and attracting a waitlist of over 7,000 salons, highlighting his impact on both American innovation and the global market.