Omolola Faleye is a seasoned Beauty & Events entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in various industries. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Abuja, a certification in Innovation and Strategy from Harvard Extension School, a Women’s Entrepreneurship Certification from Bank of America Institute at Cornell University and is a member of various professional communities including the International Association of Exhibitions and Events, ForbesBLK and PremiaBN.
As the founder of West Africa’s premier beauty tradeshow, The MakeUp Fair Series (TMUFS), Omolola has revolutionized Nigeria’s beauty industry by providing a dynamic platform where enthusiasts, professionals, entrepreneurs converge, fostering connections enhancing exposure, increasing sales and exploring the latest trends, products and services in the industry. With an impressive track record of hosting 121 successful events across 13 cities in Nigeria since 2012, Omolola oversees strategy, partnerships and business development for TMUFS.
Omolola’s entrepreneurial journey began when she resigned from her IT/ICT Project Management position to become the brand representative for Sleek, an international makeup brand. Her exceptional dedication and performance earned her recognition as the Best PR Distributor for Nigeria in 2008 and she went on to become the Managing Partner for Sleek Franchise Abuja in 2009.
Omolola Faleye is also the author of the influential Power Planner AYD, a comprehensive resource designed to facilitate goal planning and execution. This self-guided planner provides a structured system for daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly planning, empowering individuals to manifest their goals and fast-track the realization of their dreams.
Passionate and committed to the beauty industry, Omolola has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious LLA100Women award in 2017. She has been recognized as one of the Most Innovative Female-Owned businesses by SME100 and nominated for the Beauty Entrepreneur of the Year by the Genevieve Beauty Awards.
Driven by a thirst for knowledge, Omolola continuously invests in her professional development, completing courses in Business Management, Digital Marketing, Creative Enterprise, and Project Management, among others. As a dedicated mentor, Omolola kindles the flame of ambition in individuals, encouraging them to pursue their dreams. She takes pride in rejoicing in the triumphs and advancements of businesses. Omolola is committed to imprinting a lasting legacy on her generation. She serves as the embodiment of visionary leadership and entrepreneurial zeal, propelling TMUFS to even greater heights.