Hossein Akef
Founder and CEO of Persian Caviar International, Lupi, and Frea.

Hossein Akef arrived in the Netherlands as a young refugee from Iran and has since developed a distinguished entrepreneurial career. He founded Persian Caviar in 2004 to supply high-quality, sustainably sourced caviar. Today, the family-owned Persian Caviar distributes caviar worldwide, with its principal markets being the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, the European Union, North America, the Middle East, Japan, and the rest of East Asia.
Under his leadership, the company has established itself through its commitment to excellence and innovation in the luxury food market. Beyond caviar, Hossein founded Lupi, a coffee franchise that brings quality Italian coffee to a wider audience. His most recent project, Frea, is an energy drink that seeks to boost daily passion and vitality. Each of Hossein’s projects reflects his dedication to quality and his journey, from humble beginnings to becoming a respected entrepreneur.
THE NETHERLANDS