A visionary business development and innovation strategist with over 15 years of experience driving organizational growth, operational efficiency, and digital transformation in the agricultural sector. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, managing IT projects, and implementing scalable solutions, he combines technical expertise with strategic acumen to deliver measurable results. Recognized for pioneering digitized extension services and leveraging technology to empower farmers, he excels in stakeholder engagement, policy implementation, and fostering innovation.
With a career spanning public service, agribusiness, and technology, Olufemi has spearheaded initiatives that enhance ease of doing business, revitalize organizations, and improve livelihoods. As Country Director of Farm Innovation Nigeria Limited, he secured DFID funding and impacted over 80,000 farmers in Northeastern Nigeria through mobile/web applications, digital extension services, and plant/animal disease detection technologies. His leadership in IT project management and business turnaround underscores his ability to merge technical innovation with sustainable development.
Professional Experience
Education
• Level 7 BTEC Advanced Professional Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership – London Academy Business School, UK (EDEXCEL, 2011)
• Bachelor of Science in Economics – Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Nigeria (2005)
Certifications & Professional Development
• ISO 9001:2015 QMS Lead Implementer – Ascellon, Turkey (2022)
• Oracle 10G Database Administrator
• Special Executive Masters in Global Business Strategy – Metropolitan School of Business and Management, UK (Abuja Campus)
• Leading Innovation Through Change Program – Anagram Group, Singapore
• Marketing and Innovation Certification – Metropolitan School of Business and Management, UK
Soft Skills & Continuous Learning
• Policy Development | Stakeholder Engagement | Artificial Intelligence Prompt Engineering
• Innovation & Creativity | Customer Relationship Management | Social Media Marketing
• Currently pursuing advanced training in AI Prompt Engineering to enhance technology-driven agricultural solutions.
Committed to lifelong learning, Olufemi combines global strategic insights with grassroots impact to drive innovation in agribusiness and sustainable development.
