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Olorode Oluwakemi Christiana
Born
Nigeria
NationalityNigerian
Alma materOsun State University
Occupation(s)Marketing and sales professional, company development specialist, brand consultant
Known forChairman and CEO of Indulgence Digital Concept Limited (IDCL Africa)

Olorode Oluwakemi Christiana is a Nigerian marketing and sales professional, company development specialist, and brand consultant. She is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Indulgence Digital Concept Limited (IDCL Africa), a marketing and brand consultancy firm. Oluwakemi is recognized for her unique tactics and attention to sustainable business growth.[1]

Early Life and Education

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Oluwakemi Olorode was raised in Nigeria, where she displayed an early talent for communication and leadership. She attended Victory Model College in Ogbomosho, Oyo State, and graduated in 2009 with a Senior School Certificate Examination. In 2014, she received a Bachelor of Science in English and International Studies from Osun State University.

Career

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Oluwakemi began her entrepreneurial journey in 2015 by founding Indulgence Storez, an online and offline retail platform focused on improving consumer experiences through mobile-optimized solutions and client incentives like free delivery and live chat.

In 2021, she launched Indulgence Digital Concept Limited (IDCL Africa), emphasizing innovative and customer-centric approaches to marketing and building brand audience bonds. Under her leadership, IDCL Africa has achieved major milestones, including hosting the IDCL 2022, 2023, and 2024 conferences[2], collaborating with large companies such as Airtel Nigeria, and engaging with international organizations like the United Nations.[3] In 2023, she became a member of ForbesBLK.

From 2019 to 2021, Oluwakemi served as Head of Sales at FM (Abuja)|Hot FM Nigeria, where she developed market-driven sales strategies that enhanced the company’s growth and customer retention. She also held positions as a Human Resources Assistant at Pyriach Group Limited and as a Sales Representative at Hewelt Systems Limited.

Philanthropy

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Oluwakemi is actively involved in community projects, often volunteering with organizations such as ECOWAS, the United Nations, and Beyond the Classroom Foundation. Notable initiatives include the COVID-19 Relief Project, which provided food hampers to over 300 families, and the Back-to-School Project, offering tuition, books, and daily necessities to internally displaced children. She has also promoted menstrual hygiene awareness among adolescent girls in schools and underserved communities.

Personal Life

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Oluwakemi resides in Abuja, Nigeria, where she manages her companies and engages in volunteer work. Her hobbies include cooking, reading, and listening to music.

Legacy and Vision

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Oluwakemi’s contributions to marketing and business development have established her as a prominent figure in the industry. Her vision is to expand IDCL Africa’s influence across the continent, fostering long-term success for businesses. Her mantra, "Building Smart Before Building Big," reflects her commitment to sustainable development.

References

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  1. ^ National Tribune (21 July 2023). "Redefining Advertising for Modern Markets". National Tribune.
  2. ^ Indulgence Digital Concept LTD (31 August 2023). "IDCL Africa 2023 summit". Youtube.
  3. ^ InstaLetters.ng (5 February 2023). "Meet the Marketing Genius Behind Indulgence Digital Concept Ltd: Oluwakemi Olorode in Spotlight". InstaLetters.ng.