107th Edition of WEF
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107th Edition of WEF
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VIP Speakers
Meet our Keynote Speakers for WEF West Africa 2024
H.E. Dr. Rosalia Arteaga Serrano
Former President, the Republic of Ecuador
H.E Dr. Rosalía Arteaga Serrano is the Former President of Ecuador and the first woman to have held the positions of President and Vice President of the Republic of Ecuador. She is one of 10 democratically elected Presidents in Latin America and the youngest to take office. She was also undersecretary of Culture and Minister of Education Between 2004 and 2007, Rosalía was Secretary-General of the Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization (OTCA), an intergovernmental organization based in Brazil that seeks to preserve and develop the Amazon. Arteaga played a substantial role in the actions carried out to preserve the region; she recommended policies that were worked with governments at all levels and obtained important resources for the region. Her current work focuses on Human Rights education, women’s rights, sustainability, globalization, equality, access to information, and good governance. As a lawyer, a Juris Doctor, a graduate of journalism and postgraduate of anthropology, she is currently the Executive President of FIDAL Foundation, a member of the World Academy of Arts and Sciences, a member of the Board of Trustees of the Library of Alexandria in Egypt, an honorary member of the Royal Academy of Doctors of Europe. She has published 14 books and has influential opinion spaces in audiovisual media.
Stella Damasus
Nollywood Actress & CEO, ADIVA Network
Stella Damasus is a critically acclaimed Nigerian-born Actor, Singer, Podcaster, Speaker, Acting Coach, Publisher and Film Producer with over 20 years as an entertainer and over 100 films as an actor. She has won numerous awards globally like the Award for Best Actress at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards (2007) and Best Actress at the Golden Icons Academy Awards in Houston, Texas (2012), Best Actress at the African Film Festival (AFF) for the movie, Between (2016) amongst others. Stella has been a strong voice for the education of women, and consistently fights against underage marriages and injustice against women and young girls. She is the founder and CEO of ADIVA Networks, a media and consulting company; Stella Damasus Arts (SDA) Foundation, a non-profit organization established to provide economic, intellectual and emotional support to society, using the Arts as its primary tool. The Foundation launched its Free Arts Training Program and opened its doors to its first set of students on the 16th of May 2011. An Actor's Playhouse, and is the Publisher/Editor-In-Chief of ADIVA Magazine. She is also a certified relationship coach and a mother and hosts the Ask Stella Series.
H.E. Dr. Violeta Bulc
Former Deputy Prime Minister of Slovenia
H.E Violeta Bulc is the former EU Commissioner for Transport and Former Deputy Prime Minister of Slovenia. As Deputy Prime Minister of Slovenia, she held ministerial responsibility for the development, strategic projects and cohesion. As EU Commissioner, she placed priority on digitalization, decarbonization, innovation, people focus and global collaboration in transport. She is a visionary leader, innovator, and entrepreneur with over 40 years of experience in creating and managing networks, strategies, and solutions that improve the quality of life for people and the planet. She is the CEO of Vibacom, a company that enables knowledge as a universal good and taps into the emergence of a new civilisational paradigm - Ecocivilisation. Excellency Bulc is an academic, author, innovator, systems architect and entrepreneur. She is also a board member of Europe-Asia Center, a platform that fosters dialogue and collaboration between the two continents for the benefit of their people and the world. As one of the 100 Global Women leaders, she serves as the G100 Global Chair for Ecocivilasation and Water Wing.
Dr. Nicoleta Acatrinei
CEO & Founder, Impact Investing Metrics
Dr. Nicoleta Acatrinei is an economist and started her career in banking. The reality of the business world forced her to inquire about the relevance of the assumption of the egoistic nature of homo oeconomicus. She received her Ph.D. in 2014 from the Swiss Graduate School of Public Administration (IDHEAP), Switzerland. By combining behavioral economics with work motivation, she shows that intrinsic and extrinsic motivations may coexist simultaneously and that both types of motivation may foster pro-social and altruist behavior at work, and in society at large. Thanks to her multi-disciplinary background she has developed an interdisciplinary research and business activity where she is building impact metrics and evaluation tools for sustainable finance, impact investing and faith-based investment, guidelines for the future of work at the intersection of faith, well-being and digital transformation, for public policies promoting sustainable development, SDGs, and social economic activities. She has authored books, book chapters and journal articles. She is the CEO & Founder of Impact Investing Metrics and G100 Global Chair for Sustainable Banking & Finance.
Host & Moderators
Meet our Host & Moderators for WEF West Africa
Natalie Fort
Broadcaster & Founder, The Fort Group
Natalie Fort is a multiple award-winning Broadcast Journalist, News Anchor and Television Host based in Ghana, West Africa. She serves as a Patron of the Ghana Philanthropy Forum, a Board Member supporting Grants & Partnerships with the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (Ghana), and an Advisory Board Member of the World Sustainability Organisation. Beginning her career in Broadcasting with TV3 Network of the Media General Group, Natalie quickly grew to become the network’s youngest and most sought-after news anchor, presenting its prime-time bulletin - News 360 every weekday. Natalie’s success in media began in her work anchoring the weekday news, reinstating the International Desk for the broadcast of headline global political issues, and hosting the ‘Women’s Take’ programme on 3FM (92.7) which sought to explore the impact of women on Governance in Ghana.
Dr. Naomi Osemedua
CEO, The CentreStage Company
Dr. Naomi Osemedua is a2x TEDx Speaker, Certified Coach and Strategic Communicator, igniting stages across the Globe. She loves to speak with humor sharing real life stories and captivating her audience. She is the current CEO of the CentreStage Company- A Leading Reputation Management firm helping Executives and Corporate Institutions STAND out from competition, gain visibility, enjoy increase in PROFITS while also empowering them to serve purposefully. She has been listed on 100 most Inspiring Women in Nigeria. 2020 and 100 most Impactful Women, 2022. She serves on the board of 4 Global Non-profits including Hive Africa, Church on the Street, Kiyeseni Foundation and Salt Talks Africa.
Adeola Kingsley-James
Founder, OMG Global Consulting
Adeola Kingsley-James is a Television & Events Producer and Consultant, Content Creator, Head of Content at Arise Play, Bestselling Author, Coach, a Certified Hypnotherapist and a Rapid Transformational Therapist. Adeola has had a long career developing the multimedia industry, having worked in varying managerial capacities within the television industry for over 17 years, and behind the scenes on shows like Nigerian Idols, Big Brother Nigeria, The Apprentice Africa, Ebony Life Tv, Accelerate Tv etc..
Speakers & Awardees
Meet the Guest Speakers for WEF West Africa 2024
Evelyn Isioye
ACCA Regional Lead
Evelyn Isioye leads ACCA's regional policy and insights work across India and Africa. She has authored several region- and country-specific reports, contributing to the shaping of policy conversations, consultations, and capacity building. Notably, she authored the ACCA and Pan African Federation of Accountants (PAFA) joint report on the Journey to AU2063 – professional accountants empowering the AfCFTA. Prior to her role in policy development, Evelyn has worked in various capacities within ACCA, including overseeing ACCA's public sector and policy engagements at the federal level in Nigeria for over 5 years. Evelyn holds a first degree in accounting from Covenant University and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria. She is a Global MBA candidate at the University of London and holds executive program certificates from the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, and the Lagos Business School, Pan Atlantic University.
Dr. Amira Eldib
Learning & Development Expert
Dr. Amira Eldib (Egypt) is an International speaker, learning and development expert with +20 years of experience in diversified fields; healthcare, Marketing, Talent development, Career Coaching and Adult Education. Dr.El-Dib received the Stevie Award USA 2020, Globee Award, USA (2020), Women in International Education Award Germany (2021) and Wintrade Award UK for Women in Public Sector 2021 and she was listed among the top 50 inspirational women in Egypt in 2022. She is an activist and a member of many international associations concerned with Climate change, sustainability, women's empowerment and education reform. Finally, her passion for Africa encouraged her to establish an annual event entitled "Women of Africa Week" that is held at her department annually celebrating African Women's Day in July.
Dr. Achi Bekomson
Founder, The Psychology Corner
Dr. Achi Ndifon Bekomson is an Educational Psychologist, Academic Researcher, and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Educational Foundations, University of Calabar, Nigeria. She is a Board Member at the World Humanitarian Organization For Peace and Equity, an International Human Rights Volunteer, Nigeria's Country Chair Mental Health Wing under the auspices of G100, and a Mental Health Advocate. She holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Calabar, Nigeria. She has published about 35 scholarly articles in reputable local and international journals. Dr. Bekomson is a member of many professional associations, some of which are the American Psychological Association, the Association of Child and Learning Psychologists, the Teacher Registration Council of Nigeria, and the Psychosocial Society of Nigeria. Her hobbies are reading, writing, researching, traveling, networking and helping people with psychological problems.
Tadzie Madzima
Founder, Ignite Youth Organization
Tadzie Madzima is an award-winning life coach and founder of IGNITE Youth, an organization in Zimbabwe that provides young people with career guidance and coaching. In 2018, she was selected as a Fellow of the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. In 2020, she was one of the honorees of JCI Zimbabwe Top Outstanding Young Persons. She also won the Youth Mentorship Award in Shield Foundation’s 2020 Zimbabwe Women of Excellence Awards and was featured as one of Zimbabwe’s 25 Influential women. She was also named one of the Young Iconic Pacesetters in Zimbabwe.
Dr. Kinga Mnich
Founder, Ziva Voices
Dr. Kinga Mnich is ais an award-winning international social psychologist, educator, and speaker. Specializing in emotions, positive psychology, bio-hacking, and gender. Her work solves the myths of emotions by breaking down the complexity of social & cultural concepts tied up inside them. Through her extraordinary research, she brings new ways of understanding how we can use emotions to be who we want to be, to create impact and to flourish in life and business. Social justice and gender equality have been at the forefront of her work - in social entrepreneurship for almost 20 years.
Fatoumatta Gaye
CEO, Top3 Solutions
Fatoumatta Gaye is an award-winning ambassador and diplomat, actively representing the interests of The Gambia. Her company, TOP3 SOLUTIONS, is an independent data-driven consultancy firm assisting public and private sectors to flourish in The Gambia and internationally; through sustainable solutions in investment, agriculture and energy sectors. She is also an active member of different global institutes around the world. In 2018, she founded a Lingerie brand providing plus-size women with affordable undergarments. In 2019, she founded the International Young Mothers Association (IYMA), encouraging innovation, entrepreneurship and leadership among young women.
Bola Edwards
CEO, Proud African Roots Ltd
Bola Edwards is an entrepreneur, producer and voice actor. She is a graduate of Performing Arts with awards to her name. She has produced and played leading as well as supporting roles in Theatre, television, film, animation and audio productions. She made her indelible mark at the 2012 London Olympics when she played the ferocious Queen Odosun, in Fred Agbeyegbe's The King Must Dance Naked. She is a featured client of the Savvy Actors success stories and has received professional coaching from Jodie Bently of the Savvy Actors in New York. She is a co-founder of Proud African Roots Limited, a content creation and development company for children and teens. Bola Edwards is also the face behind the sensational grandmother brand character called Grandma Wura, through which she has toured several schools in Nigeria reaching thousands with classic storytelling that educates children on the subject of leadership and salient values needed in developing them to becoming the best versions of themselves.
Dr. Carbery Mitchell
Founder, Met2Het2 International
Dr. Carbery Mitchell is a Venezuelan who has stood out in the business world and international entrepreneurship. She is currently the President of the WEF Women Economic Forum Dominican Republic, a country where she has lived for 7 years. Her passion has been entrepreneurship in social networks and female empowerment, therefore she is the Founder & CEO of the Met2Het2 International Organization and, in turn, of the International NetConnection Woman. These function as global showcases of technology entrepreneurship, thanks to her she is a Systems Engineer with a specialty in Education Virtual and Web Programming. She is also the director of digital media such as Radio Dones y Talentos, Nogi-América Dominican Republic, News CDD Florida and Ella News World.
Dr. Victoria Hauwa Ibrahim
Lecturer and Research Facilitator
Dr. Victoria Hauwa Ibrahim, a distinguished economist with a decade-long academic, research, and policy background, holds a PhD from prestigious institutions like University of Essex and University of Oxford. A prominent figure in economic analysis and social development, she lectures at Nasarawa State University and has global influence as a visiting lecturer at institutions like Universidade Eduardo Mondlane, Mozambique. Dr. Ibrahim's impact extends to policy, having served on the board of the Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research. A member of Chatham House and Royal Economic Society, she founded Intellect Plus Advisory, a consultancy focused on African economic development. Recognized with the "African's Agent of Positive Change Award" and an African Award for Education nomination, she co-founded Youth Pen Africa, showcasing her commitment to fostering youth development and solidifying her visionary leadership in African economics.
Edememe Oladiji-Wusu
Associate Director, KPMG
Edememe Oladiji-Wusu's social impact extends to career mentoring and speaking on women-related and career-related issues. She is also the lead coach at Semper Discens Limited. Her career spans an impressive and dynamic 15-year journey at KPMG Nigeria, culminating in her promotion to Associate Director. Some of her awards include Top 100 Career Women in Nigeria 2022 and Coach of the Year in 2021. She was also nominated for the Strategic African Women in Leadership (SAWIL) Trailblazers Award in 2021. As a coach, she empowers women through Confidence and Goal Achievement Coaching, and Mentoring. She provides soft skills training programs (leadership and team building especially) to organisations.
Lerato Lekene-Okoro
Founder, Lerato & Adams
Lerato Lekene-Okoro is a realtor based in Lagos, Nigeria with the vision of helping income earners to achieve financial freedom through real estate. She is also the Founder of Lerato & Adams and THE visionary behind the RE Dominoes Society - a cooperative initiative that is helping to lower the cost of entry barrier to real estate for interested investors. She is a member of the Association of Estate Agents of Nigeria. She is also a WimBiz Associate and member of Conference Planning Group 2022 and a Cooperative Member, Lagos Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Cooperatives. Despite writing an ebook, she is teaching about real estate via her YouTube channel. Why you might ask? She believes that individuals are the change we want to see in the world; and to be better, we must all know how to do better.
Luisa Bernhardt
Human Management Specialist
Luisa Bernhardt is a Business administrator with a Master's in Social Responsibility; Business and Economic Relations and Human Management. She is also Chief Happiness Officer, International Speaker, and has written articles for the Dinero Mujer Magazine and the Diario Libre newspaper on Human Management. Recognized as the #1 HR influencer in 2022 for Central America and the Caribbean. She is an advocate for Organizational Well-being, helping with better employee experience and capacity building through consultations, team training, and conferences. Her motto is "Creating incredible places to work".
Ngozi Thelma Atta
Founder, Jagabeauty
Ngozi Atta is a licensed Cosmetic Scientist, Chemist, Medical Aesthetician, and the founder of Jagabeauty, a leading skincare brand in Nigeria. She began her career as a makeup artist in 2007 and established the Jagabeauty Makeup Studio & Academy in 2011, training over 500 individuals as makeup artists. In 2014, she created her first beauty product, "Brush Love," a makeup brush cleaner, and has since expanded her product line to include other beauty essentials. In 2020, she transitioned into manufacturing skincare products made from safe, locally sourced ingredients. The brand was selected for the White House-led Academy for Women Entrepreneurs program and received the ACE Award for best Beauty brand in Nigeria in 2021, along with a cash gift from the Nigerian Export Promotion Council. Listed by LLA as one of the 100 most inspiring women in Nigeria, Ngozi has been instrumental in developing training for young adults on a journey to self-discovery under the umbrella of her nonprofit, Girls of Destiny founded in 2016. .
Maricarmen Velasquez
Cusco Regional Director, PWCC
Maricarmen Velásquez is an International speaker, writer and mentor in personal development specialized in topics of empowerment, leadership and equal opportunities. She has published more than 200 articles dedicated to empowerment. She is the author of the motivational book “Before 50” where she inspires self-discovery, resilience and living with purpose. Creator of SETU Thought (be yourself). Cusco Regional Director of the Peruvian Women's Chamber of Commerce. PERU Country Chair Equity and Equality in G 100: Million Mission ALL WEF. “Women who Inspire” Award granted by the Association of Business Women of Peru-2019. “Golden Hummingbird Trophy” award to the most influential leaders in Peru, awarded by the magazine D`stinos Perú-2023. “Exceptional Woman of Excellence” Award, awarded by the WEF- Women Economic Forum- London 2023. Recognition as “Woman Leader 2023” by the Mujeres Líderes América community.
Dr Kim Albright-Grant
Founder, No Excuse for Abuse
Dr. Kim Albright-Grant is an award-winning international social psychologist, educator, and speaker. Specializing in emotions, positive psychology, bio-hacking, and gender. Her work solves the myths of emotions by breaking down the complexity of social & cultural concepts tied up inside them. Through her extraordinary research, she brings new ways of understanding how we can use emotions to be who we want to be, to create impact and to flourish in life and business. Social justice and gender equality have been at the forefront of her work - in social entrepreneurship for almost 20 years.
Victoria Ajayi
CEO, Chow Noodle Bar
Victoria Ajayi is the co-founder of Chow Noodle Bar, a Nigerian based quick service restaurant providing a unique taste of Asia in every box with a fiery experience. Chow Noodle Bar is known for delivering fresh and high quality Asian stirfrys made with signature sauces. As a staunch advocate for women and children development, Victoria has pioneered impactful projects to address the nutritional needs and mind reorientation of women and children in her community. Driven by a passion for self and professional development, Victoria is an alumna of notable programs including Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Programme, She Leads Africa High Growth Coaching Program and Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) - a White House Initiative. Victoria currently serves as the Vice-President of the AWE Alumni Association supporting alumni-led initiatives and pursuing strategic partnerships and opportunities to foster a thriving entrepreneurial community.
Tope Aghomatse
Founder, Tube Mastery Hub
Tope Aghomatse is a YouTube Marketing Expert and the founder of Nigeria's leading YouTube Marketing Agency, Tube Mastery Hub, which was founded to provide individuals and corporate organisations with end-to-end YouTube support ranging from videography to editing, branding, content strategy, content optimization, YouTube SEO, ads, and other services. Tope, who began offering YouTube services as a side hustle in 2018, now leads a growing team of professionals who provide support for a diverse range of clients, including high-ranking government officials, churches, musicians, entrepreneurs, coaches, and thought leaders. Tope is not only a YouTube expert, but also a top-performing brand and marketing strategist with more than 14 years of experience in many different fields. She has worked on top brands in the banking, food and beverage, telecom, FMCG, pharmaceutical, and technology sectors within and outside Nigeria.
Morenike Molehin
CEO, Oak and Teak Interiors
Morenike Molehin is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the award-winning Oak and Teak Interiors, arguably one of the fastest-growing interior design companies in Africa. Over a period of ten years, Morenike has successfully positioned the company as a leading interior design company with expertise in delivering on the most complex design projects including five-star hotels. Through her focused leadership, the company has continuously expanded within and beyond the shores of Nigeria by delivering world-class services to clients in Dubai, Rwanda, and Ghana. Morenike recently led her team to set up operations United States to cater to the global demand for her services. As a testament to her entrepreneurial leadership, her company emerged as the winner of an international award for Best Luxury Residential Interior Design Company in Nigeria in 2022. Beyond her business endeavours, ‘Renny’, as she is often referred to, is the organizer of ‘Grow with Renny’ (GWR), a free mentorship..
Gloria Robson
CEO, Packway Consulting
Gloria Robson AKA Global Brand Polisher is the CEO, Packway Consulting, with special attention on Packway Finishing School. A Refinery where Personal and Corporate Brands are Polished and Refined for Global Relevance. She is a multiple Award winner. A Certified Etiquette and Image Consultant who has groomed and Polished thousands of Brands across the Globe. Gloria is the Lead Groomer, GRIC Polishing Castle( Brands and Entrepreneurs are Polished for Global Shine) Lead Mentor of Packway Mentors Hub (where mentors and prospective mentors are certified professionally)Gloria Robson AKA Global Brand Polisher is the CEO, of Packway Consulting, with special attention on Packway Finishing School. A Refinery where Personal and Corporate Brands are Polished and Refined for Global Relevance. She is a multiple Award winner. A Certified Etiquette and Image Consultant who has groomed and Polished thousands of Brands across the Globe.
Dr. V.V Manjula Kumari
CEO, Varanaa's Health Care Research
Dr. V.V. Manjula Kumari is an Award-winning, medical management professional offering 17+ years’ of extensive experience in leading the comprehensive provision of physiotherapy and healthcare services for optimal patient care. Fellow of Royal Society for Public Health, FRSPH, Medical Cosmetology FMC, IAP, ACHE, APTA, and WICCI. She is a solutions-oriented leader adept at creating awareness around physiotherapy and conservative management of obesity, acute therapy programs, and enhancing adaptations to healthy lifestyles. She is a Motivational speaker and educator leveraging vast expertise in human anatomy, and the internal body structures.
Juliet Chuka
CEO, Jethro Pharmacy
Juliet Chuka is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Jethro Pharmacy, the Executive Director/Founder Julie Helping Hands Foundation (JHF) and works as a Chief Pharmacist in the Department of Food and Drugs Services (DFDS), Federal Ministry of Health, Nigeria.
With her experience in the health and humanitarian sectors under the Federal Ministry of Health in Nigeria, she is involved in creating policies and initiating legislation in the areas of food, drugs, chemicals, cosmetics, water, medical devices as well as providing administrative pharmaceutical services, collaborating with international organizations such as the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), UNICEF, WHO to mention but a few. She has earned some recognitions and awards such as- the Chester Difference Plus Award from the University of Chester, England, United Kingdom (2018), Outstanding NGO of the Year 2021 by South Africa's LION Outreach International, USA, and an Outstanding Humanitarian Activities Award from the NFA.Sarah Samuel Amana
CEO, Rich Aunty Finance Limited
Sarah Samuel Amana, a renowned personal finance expert and member of the Forbes BLK community, is passionately dedicated to empowering individuals globally. Known as the "Rich Aunty," she's the visionary founder of Rich Aunty Finance Limited, a financial literacy platform transforming lives by guiding people from financial struggles to wealth accumulation through coaching. With a certificate in personal finance from McGill University Desautels Faculty of Management in Canada and recognition from UNITAR and UNDP Africa for her commitment to advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment, Sarah's impact extends across 10 countries. Her community of 13,000 members on social media reflects her commitment to savvy financial choices. Sarah's influence is not only global but impactful, having helped over 20 women collectively grow their finances by over N100,000,000 in the past year. Featured in independent newspaper, she stands as a dynamic force in personal finance transformation.
Omowunmi Akinnifesi
CEO, BuildValley Consulting
Omowunmi Akinnifesi is a corporate brand strategy consultant. She received an MSc from the prestigious Kings College London, is a Certified Project Manager with the APM Group in the UK. Omowunmi currently runs a Consulting practice named Buildvalley, focused on personal development, leadership, mentoring and mind transformation. Omowunmi was a delegate at the Executive program in Business and Innovation at the Harvard Business School. Having 3 crowns in one year, in 2005 alone, she was crowned “The Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, Miss Tourism International Ukraine Odessa and The Miss Bikini International Ukraine Black Sea. In the same year, she represented Nigeria at the “Miss World” beauty pageant in China. She is a Certified life coach, a Neuro-Linguistics Programming (NLP) practitioner, and an Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) certified coach. She is the founder of Global Women Africa, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) focused on young women empowerment.
Dr. Bisi Ogunwale
CEO, Abulesowo Landowners & Realtors
Amb Dr. Olabisi Shakirat Ogunwale is the CEO and Team Lead at Abulesowo Landowners and Realtors. She is a wife, mother, and full-time professional with about 20 years of working experience. Bisi Ogunwale ventured into real estate, and is trained locally and Internationally in various fields as a sales professional, skincare therapist, and realtor. She is a member of the Institute of Marketing Nigeria. Fellow, Certified Management Consultant Nigeria. Fellow, Arts & Management Professionals USA. Fellow, Management & Leadership USA. She was recently awarded an Honorary Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration by the Prowess University Delaware USA. Also, she received the prestigious BUSINESS DAY award as one of the Top 25 CEOs in Nigeria. She is also an Ambassador of Global Good Governance with the United Nations and a Nelson Mandela Ambassador for ECOWAS Youth.
Ebimoboere A. Elezieanya
Founder, I Teach For Africa
Ebimoboere Alaibe-Elezieanya is a dynamic force of purpose and passion! With a background in international relations and politics from prestigious universities like Hull and Surrey, she's not just well-educated but deeply committed to making a difference. As a sought-after speaker and author of "RESTLESS," she inspires young professionals to harness the power of purpose. Leading the Little Einstein Montessori Academy and spearheading "I TEACH FOR AFRICA," born out of her passion for education, women, and youth, she's shaping the future of education. With a decade of banking experience, Ebimoboere is a proven performer, known for bringing out the best in others. Affectionately known as Ebi, she's a purpose advocate dedicated to helping people discover their calling. With her outstanding leadership and commitment to excellence.
Stephanie Isuma
Actress & Founder, PadOurGirls
Stephanie Isuma AKA ‘calabar chic’ is a Film / Tv Actress, Digital content Creator, OAP, Film Editor, writer, voice over artist, compere. The multi talented entertainer, Mental health advocate with a strong passion for helping others, is a strong voice for the empowerment of young girls and women, Stephanie is the founder of Project “Padourgirls “ initiative,through which she is Providing Free Sanitary Pads To Underprivileged & disadvantaged school Girls Across the country with focus personal and menstrual hygiene.
Modupe Adeniji
Managing Director, TEM Nigeria
Modupe Adeniji, also known as Dupe Adeniji, is a prominent figure in the Nigerian business landscape. As the founder and Managing Director of TEM Nigeria, a leading human capacity development and training company, she has established herself as a visionary leader and transformational entrepreneur. Driven by a passion for unlocking the full potential of individuals and projects, Modupe guides TEM Nigeria in delivering exceptional value to its clients. The company specializes in helping individuals and organizations efficiently identify, develop, and enhance their skill sets and abilities. TEM Nigeria's impressive roster of clients includes companies in Energy and Resources, Financial Services, Investment Management Services, Government and Public Sector, Professional Services and Utilities.
Aroloye Oluwatosin
CEO, Global Educators Tribe
Aroloye Oluwatosin is a Global leader who connects teachers to ideas that can unlock their potential to achieve the impossible. She is a recognized thought leader in the field with a passion for blending pedagogy and technology. Over the years, she has had the privilege of guiding and supporting more than 2000 educators to harness the full potential of technology in their teaching and learning practices. Her mission is clear: to empower educators with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive in the digital era. Through personalized coaching, workshops, and strategic guidance, I've helped educators unlock new dimensions of teaching excellence. Transformative Impact: Witnessing the transformation that unfolds when educators embrace technology is what drives my work. From creating engaging virtual classrooms to leveraging data-driven insights.
Michael Ogbaa
CEO, Sytiamo Technology
Michael Ogbaa is the CEO SYTIAMO is Nigeria’s number one non-bank micro-lending institution to empower one million market women through micro-credit and create monetary value for all stakeholders. Despite the acceleration of financial services in Africa’s biggest economy, 98% of women still lack access to formal credit due to their lack of trust in formal institutions, awareness of credit products, and the belief that they lack the qualifications for a loan. Since its inception, Sytiamo Technology Limited has provided over N3,568 Billion micro-loans to about 15,000+ hardworking market women in about 210 markets in 28 states in Nigeria and counting. From January 2021 to July 2023, we have paid interest expense of N450 Million to 150 investors.
Etta JoMaria
Actor & Creative Entrepreneur
Etta JoMaria is an international filmmaker and multiple award-nominated fast-rising actress whose goal is to impact and shape cultures globally using the skill of excellent storytelling to bring social issues to poignant light. Her works have traveled festivals around the world and have been used as a symposium tool to promote the narrative of ending Gender-Base Violence. She continues to promote sustainable development and effect positive change in the roles she portray and films she produces..
Joy Amore
Founder, LeadHership Circle
Joy Amore, a prominent figure in global politics and humanitarian advocacy, exemplifies an unwavering commitment to positive change. From her notable academic achievements to her current role as the Senior Special Assistant to the President ( Police Officers Wives Adsociation) her journey underscores a steadfast dedication to making a positive impact. With a background in law, Joy has navigated a versatile career, including roles in public service, corporate management, and nonprofit organizations, showcasing her exceptional leadership qualities. As the Founder of Leadhership Circle, Joy actively champions the causes of peace, human rights, and social justice. Her significant role in the African Civil Society Forum and as a cluster member of the African Union Agenda 2063 reflects her dedication to fostering pan-African collaboration and development. Joy Amore emerges as a symbol of dedication, vision, and leadership, inspiring hope for a more just and equitable world.
Dr. Tewa Onasanya
Founder, Exquisite Magazine
Amb Dr. Olabisi Shakirat Ogunwale is the CEO and Team Lead at Abulesowo Landowners and Realtors. She is a wife, mother, and full-time professional with about 20 years of working experience. Bisi Ogunwale ventured into real estate, and is trained locally and Internationally in various fields as a sales professional, skincare therapist, and realtor. She is a member of the Institute of Marketing Nigeria. Fellow, Certified Management Consultant Nigeria. Fellow, Arts & Management Professionals USA. Fellow, Management & Leadership USA. She was recently awarded an Honorary Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration by the Prowess University Delaware USA. Also, she received the prestigious BUSINESS DAY award as one of the Top 25 CEOs in Nigeria. She is also an Ambassador of Global Good Governance with the United Nations and a Nelson Mandela Ambassador for ECOWAS Youth.
Ijeoma Thomas-Odia
Journalist, The Guardian Woman
Ijeoma Thomas-Odia is a strong media and communication professional with a Bachelor of Science (B, Sc.) in Mass Communication from Imo State University. She has close to a decade of experience working as a journalist. She is responsible for creating relevant news stories focused on entrepreneurship, personalities and gender issues for The Guardian Woman. Ijeoma also anchors a weekly parenting column, educating parents through their journey. Passionate about the plight of women and children, this has led her to working closely with advocates like the Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC), Echoes of Women in Africa (ECOWA), Heirs Women Foundation and BAOBAB for Women’s Human Rights, just to mention a few. She is an Associate of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (ANIPR), and sits on the board of HerAbility Hub, focused on career development of the girl child. With the use of her pen, she is helping women owned brands and initiatives gain media visibility.
Marian Emmanuel
CEO, Global RichWorld
Marian Emmanuel is an entrepreneurial coach who leads a team of 50,000 successful leaders across the globe. With years of working at the Akwa Ibom State government as a protocol officer. She is a graduate of Public Administration from Institute of Management & Technology (IMT) Enugu, Nigeria. Marian Emmanuel is the CEO of Global RichWorld, a team of amazing entrepreneurs. She is also the founder of Christ My King Founddation (CKF) established to feed the poor, accommodate the less privileged and put smiles on the faces of those in need. Marian is the Director (Proprietress) of EmmyMarian International Nursery & Primary School. She is also the CEO of Marian Trinity Organic Rice (Farmer) and Co-Founder of EAT WELL Organic Rice (Foods).
Dr. Mutiat Oladejo
Senior Lecturer, University of Ibadan
Dr. Mutiat Titilope Oladejo is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of History at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. She authored four books, the recent one titled: A History of Textiles and Fashion in Twentieth Century Yoruba World published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing, UK, 2022. She also co-edited the book - The Odyssey of the Nigerian Woman published 2024. Recently, she was a guest speaker on Yoruba Historical Conversations of Development Action for Western Nigeria(DAWN) where she discussed - Beyond the Classroom: Hands on History Vocational Learning and Practice in Southwestern Nigeria. She has attended international conferences in Uganda, Kenya, Ghana, Benin Republic, Cote de Ivoire and Germany.
Banke Adebayo
Founder, Anne Ruth Marie
Banke Adebayo is the founder of Anne Ruth Marie, an Edtech firm committed to empowering women through No Code Technology, Virtual Assistance & Self Leadership. Banke is an award-winning visionary who continuously challenges the status quo in women's empowerment and actively seeks ways to demonstrate to women why and how they can harness the power of technology and automation to their advantage. She leverages narratives to inspire and motivate her audience, guiding them away from self-pity and into action. While her ultimate goal is to eradicate the feminization of poverty, she is committed to making a difference by helping women thrive and succeed through the strategic use of technology, one woman at a time.
Adesile Olatunji-Johnson
Founder, Sage & Skin Spa
Adesile Olatunji-Johnson is the visionary founder of Sage and Skin Spa, a haven for indulgence and rejuvenation. As a certified beauty therapist from the Opral Benson Beauty Institute since 2016, Adesile has seamlessly blended her passion for wellness with her expertise in skincare. Her commitment to women's well-being extends beyond the spa, reflecting her role as a women's advocate. Adesile holds a master's degree in Economics and Business from the University of Hull (2012), bringing a unique blend of business acumen and holistic understanding to her spa philosophy. A distinguished alumna of the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, Adesile completed the Mentoring Women in Business program in November 2021. Adesile's commitment to holistic wellness and skincare extends beyond her spa; it's a personal mission she shares through her work, empowering women to embrace self-love and self-care. Sage and Skin Spa isn't merely a beauty oasis; it's a testament to her belief in transformation.
Benita Afolabi
Co-Founder, Keystone Global Resources Ltd
Benita Afolabi is a pioneer, leader, and maritime entrepreneur who has amassed numerous accolades and championed an increase in female representation in the heavily male-dominated maritime industry licensed by Nigeria CUSTOMS as a Customs container bonded terminal operator. She is the co-founder and Managing Director of Kaystone Global Resources Limited, a Nigerian customs brokerage firm (Clearing and Forwarding Agent IMPORT & EXPORT) that provides supply chain solutions for onshore and offshore needs. Benita’s experience in the maritime sector spans customs processing, shipping/terminal operations, haulage/logistics and warehousing. Through her work at Kaystone, she has decentralised these competencies across her 100-man team. Benita, who has a B.Sc. in Economics from the prestigious University of Ibadan, is a wombat associate, Mini-MBA (IFC), AWE (Academy for Women Entrepreneur) a US initiative General secretary. She is an Associate Member of LCCI, ANLCA, WIMBIZ, NACC, Rotarian, CILT, WIMA, NBCC, WILAT, WISTA, BOAN, NBCC and is a Nigeria Country Chair for the G100.
Mounfiq Raiyan Abu
Leadership and Mindset Reset Coach
Mounfiq Raiyan Abu is a life sync expert, certified Leadership and Mindset Reset Coach who is passionate and committed to helping career and business women./mothers to uncover their potential and discover their power to progress and be profitable using mindset and self-leadership principles that work. Since 2006, she has trained and coached over 5,000 women and men. Her work experience is very versatile and dynamic. She has 26 years of Leadership Experience, and over 15 years of experience as a Speaker, Trainer, Marketer and Entrepreneur. Prior to her work as a Leadership Coach, she worked as a Banker for 13 years, leading as a Bank Manager for 5 years. She is the co-author of a best-selling book in Canada which was published in 2020 and about to release her new book LIFE SYNC BLUEPRINT to be released in March 2024. She is a devoted wife and mother to 6 children and is on a mission to empower more women to thrive through turbulent circumstances. Mounfiq Raiyan Abu is an associate member and business mentor for WIMBIZ and a member of the GLOBAL SPEAKERS FEDERATION.
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