Empowering Africa: The Story of Olusehinde Elijah Kolawole and The Owlet

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Olusehinde Elijah Kolawole is not just a name but a symbol of groundbreaking innovation in the African digital realm.

As the CEO of The Owlet, he has sculpted a transformative path, making him an emblematic figure in the world of tech and digital solutions.

Equipped with skills ranging from sales to organizational prowess, he stands out as an unparalleled leader in his domain.

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Kolawole’s Early Life

Born on May 1st, 1995, in the vibrant streets of Lagos, Kolawole’s roots are intertwined with commerce and the hustle of everyday trade. His early memories, mainly assisting his aunt in her bustling market stall, offered a first-hand look into the inefficiencies of traditional commerce. He saw the challenges of old-style business, which inspired him to think differently.

These foundational experiences set the stage for Kolawole’s transformative journey, illuminating his destiny to witness and drive change.

Kolawole goes to school

Young Kolawole’s academic voyage began in the corridors of Genius Fem Nursery and Primary School in Lagos. There, nestled amidst books and early dreams, seeds of ambition took root.

As he transitioned to the Comprehensive Academy in Abeokuta, a greater awareness began to unfold. Memories of assisting in his aunt’s shop, witnessing firsthand the inefficiencies and struggles of traditional commerce, coupled with the vivid scenes of bustling markets, ingrained in him a determination to reshape the narrative.

These experiences fueled his pursuit of higher education at Osun State University in Mathematics and Mathematics Education. Recognizing the need for a global perspective, he furthered his academic journey at the University of Stirling, Scotland, obtaining a Masters in Mathematics and Data Science.

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Building The Owlet and More

The tapestry of his life, woven with rich experiences, personal challenges, and observations, led to the birthing of The Owlet in May 2020.

Unlike many who sought refuge in established organizations, Kolawole championed his path. The Owlet wasn’t merely a digital platform; This was not a mere digital platform but a radical rethinking of traditional commerce, born from the challenges he observed throughout his life.

Then came Quickshop in 2021 (formerly known as Owletapp). It wasn’t merely a commerce tool but a visionary approach to connect businesses and consumers effortlessly.

His accomplishments did not go unnoticed. Winning the “ICT Brand of the Year” at the 2021 International Mentor Awards wasn’t just an acknowledgment of The Owlet’s impact but a nod to Kolawole’s intrinsic talents.

The year 2023 marked another milestone with the inception of Theowletonline, STRIXFlyt (formerly Owlet ride), Owletpay, Lyt, and ChequeMate. Each platform was a testament to Kolawole’s brilliance, innovatively addressing distinct needs within the African landscape.

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Theowletonline offered resellers unmatched order fulfillment speed coupled with unparalleled SMM and SEO services, all without compromising on quality or affordability.

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Quickshop was not just about commerce; it was a seamless digital nexus connecting businesses and customers. STRIX emerged not merely as a tech hub but as the go-to destination for cutting-edge technology at the fingertips. With ChequeMate, Kolawole revolutionized the financial landscape, while Owletpay and Owletride showcased his understanding of the African populace’s essential utilities and transportation needs.

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Branching into the entertainment sector, Lyt, the brand new app by Owlet, has become a beacon for budding talents in the music industry. It offers them a platform to upload and stream their music, further reinforcing Kolawole’s dedication to nurturing and uplifting various sectors within the African landscape.

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Conclusion

The essence of Kolawole lies not just in his commercial success but in the heart of his mission. For him, entrepreneurship transcends profit; it’s about creating value, empowerment, and meaningful impact.

He believes in working together and growing together, as shown by the strong team of young go-getters at The Owlet.

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Kolawole’s media features, especially the compelling narrative on Pulselive, vividly depict his dedication. They emphasized his commitment to reshaping African commerce, ensuring it was efficient, safe, and in tune with the times.

Olusehinde Elijah Kolawole is more than an entrepreneur. He is a visionary, a changemaker, and a pioneer whose indomitable spirit continues to reshape Africa’s digital horizon, making commerce more accessible and efficient for all.

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SANYA ONAYOADE is a graduate of Mass Communication and a Master of Communication Arts degree holder from the University of Ibadan. He has attended local and international courses on Media, Branding, Public Relations and Corporate Governance in many institutions including the University of Pittsburgh; Reuters Foundation of Rhodes University, South Africa and Lagos Business School. He has worked in many newspaper houses including The Guardian and The Punch. He was the pioneer Corporate Affairs Manager of Odua Telecoms Ltd, and later Head of Business Development and Marketing of Nigerian Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO Plc).

He has led business teams to several countries in the US, Asia and Europe; and was part of an Aviation investment drive in West Africa. He has also driven media and brand consultancy for a few organizations such as the British Council, Industrial Training Fund, PKF Audit/Accounting Firm and Nigeria Stability and Reconciliation Programme. He is a Fellow of Freedom House, Washington DC, and also Fellow of Institute of Brand Management of Nigeria. Sanya is a member of Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria (APCON) and Project Management Institute (PMI). He is a 1998 Commonwealth Media Awards winner and the Author of A Decade Of Democracy.
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Morak works as part of a team currently building an e-commerce project for the Volkswagen Group UK. Before this, he worked on the social media accounts of SKODA, Audi, SEAT, CUPRA, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. In this job, he brought his vast experience in journalism, marketing, and search engine optimisation to play to make sure the brands are well represented on social media. He monitored the performance of marketing campaigns and data analysis of all volumes of social media interaction for the brands.

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Morak is a dependable team player who succeeds in a high-pressure environment. He started his professional career with the flagship of Nigerian journalism – The Guardian Newspapers in 1992 where he honed his writing and editing skills before joining TELL Magazine. He has edited, reported for, and produced newspapers and magazines in Nigeria and the United Kingdom. Morak is involved in the development of information management tools for the healthcare sector in Africa. He is on the board of DeMiTAG HealthConcepts Limited, a company with branches in London, Lagos, and Abuja, to make healthcare information available at the fingertips of professionals. DeMiTAG HealthConcepts Limited achieved this by collaborating with notable informatics companies. It had partnered in the past with Avia Informatics Plc and i2i TeleSolutions Pvt.

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Ademola AKINBOLA is an author, publisher, trainer, digital marketing strategist, and a brand development specialist with nearly three decades of experience in the areas of branding, communication, corporate reputation management, business development, organizational change management, and digital marketing.

He is the Founder and Head Steward at BrandStewards Limited, a brand and reputation management consultancy. He is also the Publisher of The Podium International Magazine, Ile-Oluji Times, and Who’s Who in Ile-Oluji.

He had a successful media practice at The Guardian, Punch and This Day.

He started his brand management career at Owena Bank as Media Relations Manager before joining Prudent Bank (now Polaris Bank) as the pioneer Head of Corporate Affairs.

The British Council appointed him as Head of Communication and Marketing to co-ordinate branding and reputation management activities at its Lagos, Abuja, Kano and Port Harcourt offices.

In 2007, he was recruited as the Head of Corporate Planning and Strategy for the Nigerian Aviation Handling company. He led on the branding, strategic planning and stakeholder management support function.

His job was later expanded and redesigned as Head of Corporate Communication and Business Development with the mandate to continue to execute the Board’s vision in the areas of Corporate Planning and Strategy, Branding and New Businesses.

In 2010, he voluntarily resigned from nacho aviance to focus on managing BrandStewards, a reputation and brand management firm he established in 2003. BrandStewards has successfully executed branding, re-branding and marketing communication projects for clients in the private and public sectors.

Ademola obtained a M.Sc. Degree in Digital Marketing & Web Analytics from Dublin Institute of Technology in 2016, and the Master of Communication Arts degree of the University of Ibadan in 1997. He had previously obtained a Higher National Diploma (with Upper Credit) in Mass Communication from Ogun State Polytechnic, Abeokuta.

He has published several articles and authored five management books.

He has benefitted from several domestic and international training programmes on Brand Management, Corporate Communications, Change Management and Organizational Strategy.
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