• Member WACIN BOT
  • Director WACIN Strategy & Implementation
  • POWERED BY WOMEN ALIGNED FOR COMMUNITY IMPACT IN NIGERIA (WACIN ) WOMEN ALIGNED FOR GROWTH (WAG ) AND OTHER FEMALE NGOS

Profile

Angela Ajala is a renowned education strategist, business leader, and policy advocate with over 30 years of leadership experience driving impactful change in education, entrepreneurship, and women’s economic empowerment. She has spearheaded initiatives that transform educational systems, support businesses, and uplift marginalized communities.

Key Leadership Roles

Education & Entrepreneurship

  • CEO, Teacher Connect – Enhancing teaching standards and professional development for educators.

  • Managing Director, School Finders – Supporting school owners with resources for institutional growth and sustainability.

Women’s Empowerment & Advocacy

  • Two-Term National President, Business and Professional Women (BPW) Nigeria – A global organization in 100+ countries with UN ECOSOC consultative status. Championed mentorship, economic empowerment, and leadership development for women.

  • National President, African Women Entrepreneurship Programme (AWEP) Nigeria (U.S. State Department Initiative) – Positioned African women entrepreneurs for global success.

  • National Coordinator, Association of Nigerian Women Business Network (ANWBN) – Coalition of 70+ women’s associations advocating for policy reforms and women-led enterprises.

Angela Ajala
Member WACIN BOT
Director WACIN Strategy & Implementation

Advisory & Governance Roles

  • Member, Presidential High-Level Advisory Council on Support to Women and Girls

  • Board Member, BIC Foundation

  • Advisory Board Member, Enterprise Development Centre, Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos

  • Former Board Member, National Board for Technical Education (NBTE)

  • Member, Nigeria Education Data Initiative (NEDI) Implementation Team – Advising on data-driven education policy.

  • Member, Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) Nigeria – Promoting corporate governance best practices.

  • Chairperson, Skills Development Care Organization – Enhancing student employability through skills training.

Social Impact & Authorship

  • BOT Executive Member, The Irede Foundation – Supporting amputees with prosthetic limbs and rehabilitation.

  • Author of Three Bestselling Books – Sharing expertise in education, business, and leadership.

  • Facilitator, Money Trees Workshop – Helping school owners diversify income streams for financial sustainability.

 

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