Molade Adeniyi, CEO of WAVE (West Africa Vocational Education), is a visionary leader dedicated to empowering the youth of West Africa with the skills and opportunities they need to realize their full potential. With a profound commitment to achieving her organization’s mission, Molade plays a pivotal role in setting strategic business goals and guiding the direction that consistently generates opportunities leading to sustained impact, revenue growth, and added value to the organization.
Molade’s professional journey is a testament to her diverse expertise, encompassing business development, operational and strategic management of special projects aligned with her organization’s growth strategy, as well as extensive experience in learning and development, marketing, communications, and people management.
A registered Pharmacist recognized by the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria and the General Pharmaceutical Council UK, Molade has fortified her academic foundation with the completion of the Senior Management Program at Lagos Business School. She also holds a postgraduate diploma specializing in Strategic Management & Marketing from Kings College, University of London, UK. Her commitment to leadership excellence has been acknowledged through her participation as a 2021 Perennial Leadership Fellow and a 2021 West Africa Acumen Fellow.
Molade Adeniyi’s passion for supporting youth and women has found expression through her dedicated membership in the Women in Management, Business, and Public Sector (WIMBIZ). Within this esteemed organization, she has served on various committees, including chairing the annual conference planning group, and provided mentorship support to numerous individuals. Currently, she holds the position of Chairman at the Serving With Love Foundation, a non-governmental organization committed to uplifting indigent women and children through empowerment initiatives, feeding programs, and educational support.
As a valued board member of Alpha Nigeria, Molade contributes her insights and leadership to further the organization’s mission. Notably, Molade leads the teenage ministry at The Elevation Church, Lekki, where she actively mentors, coaches, and guides teenagers, equipping them with essential life skills to achieve their full potential.
Molade Adeniyi’s unwavering belief in the power of the human spirit is reflected in her mantra: “The only thing stopping you is yourself. Your perspectives and your thoughts. If you tell yourself you can’t do something, then you can’t do it. If you dream, reach, and try, you can make it happen, and if you fail, learn from it and try again.”
Beyond her impressive professional accomplishments, Molade is happily married and a loving mother to a beautiful daughter. Her life is a testament to the transformative power of dedication, leadership, and a profound commitment to empowering the youth and women of West Africa. When Molade Adeniyi speaks, her insights and experiences serve as an inspirational call to action for all who aspire to make a positive impact in their communities.