Our Team

Meet the people behind the mission to empower entrepreneurs, expand opportunity, and create lasting impact across Africa.

About the Foundation

Olanrewaju (Jay) Adewole

Founder & Chairman

Jay Adewole is an entrepreneur and business leader committed to empowering African entrepreneurs through practical support, strategic guidance, and opportunities for growth. His vision for the Foundation is rooted in the belief that entrepreneurship can create jobs, strengthen communities, and drive long-term transformation.

About the Foundation

A Team Committed to Impact

The Eli Adewole Foundation is powered by a team that believes in the potential of entrepreneurs to transform communities and shape stronger economic futures. Our team is committed to building meaningful programmes, strong partnerships, and practical support systems that help entrepreneurs grow with clarity and confidence.

We bring together leadership, vision, service, and a shared commitment to sustainable impact.

Leadership & Team

Our team reflects a shared passion for entrepreneurship, empowerment, and responsible impact. Each member plays a role in helping the Foundation serve entrepreneurs effectively and build for long-term transformation.

JAMES ADENIYI

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

ELIZABETH OKIKIOLA

TREASURER

ANTHONIA OPRAH

SECRETARY

TAIWO OMIRINDE

FUNDRAISING CHAIR

AFEEZ ALABI

DIRECTOR

ABIODUN BASHORUN

GRANTS COORDINATOR

ODUNTAN NICHOLAS ENITAN

PROGRAMS DIRECTOR

SAMUEL OGBA

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATION

Advisors & Mentors

Our advisors and mentors support entrepreneurs with guidance, industry insights, and strategic direction.

David Wilson

Chairperson / Financial Advisor

Mike Roberts

Legal Advisor

Emily Adams

Program Development Advisor

How We Work

Our team is guided by a commitment to excellence, integrity, collaboration, and practical impact. We believe the best work happens when mission and execution come together — when vision is supported by strong systems, thoughtful leadership, and a genuine desire to serve.

Built Around Purpose

At the heart of the Eli Adewole Foundation is a team that believes in people, possibility, and purpose.

We are committed to building an organization that not only supports entrepreneurs, but also reflects the values of accountability, service, and long-term transformation.

What Unites Our Team

As a team, we are united by a shared commitment to:

empowering entrepreneurs
serving with integrity
building meaningful partnerships
creating practical, measurable impact
contributing to stronger communities

Join Us in the Mission

Whether you are a partner, supporter, entrepreneur, or advocate, we invite you to connect with the team behind the Foundation and be part of the work we are building.