Abiola Kila Onalaja

Short Bio

Abiola Kila Onalaja is a dynamic leader in business management, sales, and marketing with over 15 years of experience. Renowned as both a successful entrepreneur and a Chartered Management Consultant, her career is distinguished by her adept ability to merge strategic insights with creative innovation across a various business ventures.

Beyond her professional achievements, Abiola is deeply committed to advocating for women in business and entrepreneurship. She pioneered the Women of Wisdom initiative at Harvesters International Christian Centre, leading it for more than seven years.

Her passion for inspiring women to set ambitious goals and pursue their dreams with confidence transcends her personal achievements, establishing her as a vital force for change with a focused mission to empower women in the business sector.

With a profound understanding and awareness of the challenges faced by women in various industries, Abiola has dedicated her mission to using her expertise and platform for advocating women's empowerment. Her steadfast commitment to this cause has not only inspired countless individuals but also continues to amplify her influence in the quest for gender equality in the business world.

Career

Abiola Kila Onalaja's career is a testament to diversity and innovation, seamlessly blending strategic insights with creative innovation across a multitude of business ventures. Her unmatched ability to deliver exceptional results and enhance brand visibility stems from her extensive expertise with local, pan-African, and global brands. Abiola's proficiency spans a wide range of areas, including brand and advertising strategy, digital marketing, media sales, project management, team building, leadership, and expert storytelling.

Throughout her professional journey, Abiola has reached remarkable milestones. She led The Talent Agency (TTA), Nigeria's first full-service professional booking agency, as its leader for two impactful years. She then served as the General Manager at Bespoke Events Mgt Company Limited, where she continued to showcase her exceptional leadership and event management skills. Furthermore, Abiola was the first Talent Manager at MNET West Africa, creating more opportunities for talent expression within the entertainment industry.

For over a decade, she played a pivotal role at DSTV, Africa's largest pay-TV platform, as a Senior Account Manager for Entertainment Channels. She was instrumental in driving sales and revenue through major productions such as Big Brother Africa, Big Brother Naija, The Voice Africa, and Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards, among others.

Today, Abiola is pioneering new businesses in diaspora. She functions as the Business Director at Auxilia Images Global Resources, Director Hello Ad Sales, and MD Beladio services limited. She is also the founder of Ewa Afro Hair stylist App and Franchise acquired Ambience UK. Abiola is committed to positioning brands for optimal exposure, thereby fueling their growth and profitability. Her collaboration offers clients a partnership with a confident and reliable advocate for women in the marketing industry, dedicated to making a significant impact on sales and enhancing brand visibility.

Known for her fearless approach and specialized experience, Abiola adeptly navigates new challenges, orchestrates innovative ideas and campaigns, and transforms concepts into tangible successes. She is a fervent advocate for women's leadership and empowerment in business and invites you to join her on this journey to success

Academic Journey

Driven by a strong desire for knowledge and self-improvement, Abiola's academic journey has been a testament to her unwavering determination.

She holds a Master of Science with Distinction in Enterprise Management from the University College Birmingham, equipping her with valuable insights into business, management, marketing, and related support services.

Additionally, Abiola has completed various leadership and professional development programs from the prestigious Harvard Business School Online, earning certificates in areas such as Leading People, Global Collaborations, Business Case Development, Career Management Crisis Management, and many more.

Abiola's commitment to lifelong learning and her diverse educational background have contributed significantly to her professional growth and ability to navigate the complexities of the business world while staying true to her values and mission.

Advocacy

Abiola's journey is one of resilience, faith, and a relentless pursuit of empowering others, especially women. Her story begins in the vibrant worlds of modeling and advertising, where she honed her creativity and entrepreneurial spirit from a young age.

Growing up with five sisters and two brothers, Abiola learned the power of women supporting women – a sisterhood that taught her immeasurable strength in unity and mutual upliftment. This early lesson in advocacy laid the foundation for her mission to inspire and catapult women into their destinies.

As a pioneer of the Women of Wisdom group at her church, Abiola found her purpose in creating a sanctuary where dreams are not just shared but actively pursued and realized. Her belief in authenticity and ethnicity is at the core of her identity, and she proudly embraces her roots as the "Black Princess" – a testament to the beauty and strength of Africa and the profound elegance of blackness.

Above all, Abiola's love for God and deep passion for souls fuel her journey. Her faith is the essence of who she is, driving her to serve, love, and empower. This unwavering belief guides her as she navigates the complexities of life and leadership.

In sharing her story, Abiola hopes to connect with others on a journey of faith, resilience, and empowerment, embracing the belief that we are beautifully made, wonderfully capable, and infinitely powerful.

Abiola Kila Onalaja