Happy International Women’s Day 2021
We present the very 1st from our stables, WOMEN WHO ROCK RETAIL. Which is about celebrating women who are creating an impact within the retail industry and choosing to challenge the status quo, we are inspired by their journeys and the passion of which they push their brands.
Nwanneka Doris Nkuma
Mizwanneka, popularly known as the Hair Boss and CEO of Hair by Wanneka is what you can clearly describe as a business mogul, she is fearless, daring and audacious about her goals. She started out as an entrepreneur in 2013 and has grown into an almost household name amongst women who love good hair, engaging thousands of distributors across the world. This stunning and amazing mother of 3 is indeed one to watch out for and we are excited about what the future holds for her and her brand.
Olamide Atoyebi
Olamide is the co-founder and Director at Debras Grace LTD which is an online apparel and accessories distribution company ( Fashion Retailer ). Focusing on top quality and friendly prices for female fashion items, DGL has amassed a huge community of ardent buyers for its unique service offerings. Founded in 2011, Olamide alongside her co-founder has built a thriving business and are committed to excellence as they continue to grow. Two profound attributes of Olamide is her attention to details and drive for excellence which reflects in their brand identity and customer perception. She is indeed greatly admired by many.
Dr Ifeoma Ogodor
Dr Ifeoma Ogodor is an Abuja based Nigerian fashion designer and entrepreneur, she is the CEO of Ogodor Designs and the popular Strands beauty Parlour, a ready to wear and made to fit fashion company that caters to the fashion needs of that upwardly mobile woman. She is beautiful, confident and passionate about raising young women who are known for their intellectual capacity rather than their physical appearance.
Ola Ayorinde
Ola is a serial enterprenuer with multiple chains of businesses such as the Bag Gallery, Decorporate woman, Cartdeals Kiddies, Cart Express and the newly launched Olah Cosmetics, indeed there is no stopping this woman who is acing and setting standards in the retail space. Her tremendous contribution and outstanding achievements has inspired many into venturing into the space to also make a difference.
Yetunde Okorodudun
Yetunde Okorodudun is a graduate of Meteorology from the Federal University of Technology Akure with a Masters Degree in Information Technology from the University of Lagos. Started her career in the banking sector as a youth corper in Ecobank Nig Plc in 2008 and later on worked in three other banks before resigning in 2012 to start Yettyjewel Ventures born out of a passion to meet and solve the needs of Nigerians in sourcing for good quality,affordable, useful household and gift items.
Yettyjewel Ventures is a Household wholesale and retail Company which leverages on online platforms. Was awarded outstanding service of the year award 2014 for the excellent service and satisfaction feedback by one of the leading online Platforms in Nigeria
She has attended various seminars, workshops and conference to learn more on entrepreneurship and running a successful business such as Africa’s Young Entrepreneurs Conference 2015,Roundtable for Young Professionals 2015,Africas Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum,SME100 Women Forum, Konga Sellers Summit, Women in Business and Management(WiMBIZ) and lots more
Currently owns a large retail household and gift store in Anthony village Lagos with a massive online presence, also empowering women and youths in finding their passion in the area of entrepreneurship.
Salama Rahaman
Salama is a Civil Engineering graduate from the University of Lagos. She worked at Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) from 2006 to 2013 before she fully launched Easygas.
The startup distributes and retails LPG to households, businesses and hospitality establishments. Currently, Easygas operates an LPG Dispensing Skid Station in Ajah, and delivers gas to wherever it is needed within the Lagos metropolis.
From its web app, people can order for gas refills and pay online while the gas is delivered to their location. Gas cylinders can be purchased from the web app while after-sale services such as repair and maintenance of cylinders can be requested on the app.
Salama has a lovely and bubbly personality that endears her to everyone that comes in contact with her, she is what you call a seasoned entrepreneur with vast experience in doing business in Nigeria.
Isioma Emina
Isioma is a female butcher raising the bar with her ultra-modern crops and livestock outlet that provides quality meat and fresh vegetables. Her success in a male dominated space and largely informal field has been nothing short of outstanding. Isioma is a professional, with a background working in Guinness, therefore reflecting her high standards and commitments to her business. She is one you can clearly describe as a non conforming conformist as you can be sure of the best from her. She attributes all her success to the support of her family, friends and all her loyal customers.
Uche Onyekwelu
Uche is popularly known as the BeddingsBoss, and author of “How i grew my business from Zero to Millions“. She is passionate about retail and business in general, she derives great satisfaction in sharing from her wealth of knowledge about starting, sustaining and growing your business with both upcoming and struggling enterpreneurs via the stuch inner room and inner room upgrade mentoring platforms. She is indeed an amazing source of inspiration to many. Her bubbling Personality endears hers to many and she is so much fun to be with.
Viola Ogbunude
Viola Ogbunude, Founder of Body Organics. Body Organics is a store retailing organic skincare products for all skin types and tones. The main idea behind the products they retail is: Healthy and Clear Skin. Body Organics has grown from a small business into a successful brand with stores in Lekki and Abuja, A Lifestyle and Wellness Magazine and Franchise deals are in the works for Accra, Port Harcourt and Calabar. For Viola Ogbunude, entrepreneurship has just one language: SMART, From what started as a response to a post-childbirth experience, she has built up a successful skincare care brand to foster a healthy lifestyle among women
Haolat Damilola Idowu
Dami is the CEO of Deshapables alongside her husband and its a weightloss and lifestyle company committed to giving body confidence to women. Deshapeables was started with a sum of 168,000 Naira. The couple stated how they started with no store and had to store their products in the house of their family member. In June, 2019, they got their first store which was a small space around Yaba Lagos. The company has gained so much online presence, earned so much trust in their customers and grew so quickly due to the effectiveness of their product. This made them move into a massive store in March, 2020. Today, the business has established into a multi-million naira business and has successfully employed so many staff working in the company.
So far, the company has been able to sign over ten celebrity Ambassadors which include, Ini Edo, Eniola Badmus, and Esther Agunbiade to influence their products. They also have a lot of brand influencers with very good social media presence. Furthermore, they have so many distributors around the world and this has created job opportunities for other women around the globe.
Thank you Amazing women, You indeed rock Retail!!