Damilola Ademilokun is a visionary leader and expert in the fashion and creative industries, driving innovation, transformation, and empowerment through her work. She is the CEO and Lead Consultant of Obsidian Advisory Africa, where she bridges the gap between fashion talent and opportunities. A dynamic coach, strategist, and mentor, Damilola is passionate about equipping professionals and businesses to thrive in the ever-evolving fashion ecosystem.
As the CEO and Lead Consultant at Obsidian Advisory Africa, Damilola leads a team committed to empowering Africa’s fashion professionals and businesses. Through tailored career coaching, job placements, and innovative initiatives like the Fashion Career Fair, she connects talents to opportunities, ensuring sustainable growth and transformation.
Damilola coordinates the Bridge Program, an 8-week immersive training that prepares creatives for successful careers in fashion. With comprehensive workshops led by industry experts, the program covers essential topics such as fashion design, production management, retail, merchandising, and business strategy, ensuring participants gain certifications and job placements.
As a dedicated Fashion Career Coach, Damilola helps professionals discover their unique paths in the fashion industry. Through personalized coaching, she provides clarity, direction, and actionable steps, enabling individuals to build fulfilling careers and confidently navigate the competitive landscape.
Damilola delivers customized training programs for businesses seeking to enhance employee performance and productivity. Her approach integrates team-building strategies, leadership development, and time management techniques, ensuring businesses operate efficiently and achieve their goals.
Leveraging her deep industry knowledge, Damilola offers bespoke consulting services to fashion entrepreneurs and brands. She crafts strategies that drive growth, improve brand positioning, and enhance operational efficiency, ensuring businesses achieve long-term success in a competitive market.
“A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.” This phrase means that a person is a generalist rather than an expert, versatile and adept at many things.”