OLUWASEUN KAYODE

Led Schoolinka as CEO and Founder, overseeing strategic direction, operational functions, and fundraising to develop an innovative education technology platform.

• Secured $150,000 in pre-seed funding, enabling the development and launch of a transformative education technology platform.
• Directed strategic planning and operational execution as CEO, guiding the team to achieve co-created organizational goals and optimize fiscal performance.
• Cultivated and managed key relationships with funders and partners, establishing credibility and securing external support for company growth.
• Guided the development and deployment of an online learning platform and live masterclasses, providing professional development to thousands of teachers and school leaders.

Managed a growing portfolio of global programs, focusing on implementation coordination, process improvement, and customer success.

• Oversaw the implementation and coordination of Global Nomads' program portfolio, including Student to World and Seat at the Table, optimizing execution for customer success.
• Directed multinational implementation support staff, ensuring high performance and continuous improvement in meeting program targets.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams (recruitment, evaluation, design, operations) to strategically map feedback loops, increasing customer success, satisfaction, and retention rates.
• Developed annual program budgets in close collaboration with the Director of Program Operations, aligning financial plans with organizational goals, funder commitments, and customer needs.

Led tactical execution and efficient delivery of strategic goals for a global youth-led movement, driving operational excellence and scalability.

• Led tactical execution and efficient delivery of Fellow-in-Residence strategic and programmatic goals, significantly enhancing operational excellence, stability, and scalability.
• Spearheaded the high-quality global delivery of Peace First's programs, playing a critical role in advancing youth-led initiatives.
• Supervised a team of Fellows-in-Residence/Regional Managers, enabling them to achieve ambitious goals in advancing a global youth-led movement.
• Expanded Peace First's organizational reach into 20 new countries, engaging over 30,000 young people tackling various community challenges.

Managed regional operations for Peace First in Sub-Saharan Africa, overseeing project facilitation, team management, and partnership development.

• Facilitated young people's progress through the Peace First Challenge by providing feedback, support, and approving mini-grant applications for peacemaking projects.
• Led the design and development of the Peace First Sub-Saharan Africa project directory and 'Lead the Work' program.
• Managed a team of 26 country ambassadors across 7 African countries, providing project feedback and designing community-building initiatives.
• Forged key partnerships that expanded opportunities for young people and increased Peace First's visibility within the region.

Drove user base expansion and teacher training initiatives across Nigeria and West Africa, enhancing educational outreach.

• Led the growth of Empatico's user base in Nigeria and West Africa from 0 to over 1,500 teachers, significantly expanding program reach.
• Designed and led teacher training workshops on Empatico usage across Nigeria and South Africa, building educator capacity.
• Conducted user research on Empatico's effectiveness in partnership with Stanford University, informing product development.
• Created the organization's first video documentary, showcasing program impact and featuring two international teachers.

Delivered quality education in an underserved school, implementing modern teaching methodologies and ensuring equitable access for all learners.

• Taught for two years in an underserved Nigerian school within a low-income community, directly impacting student learning outcomes.
• Planned and delivered engaging lessons utilizing 21st Century Teaching Competencies, enhancing pedagogical effectiveness.
• Ensured all learners had access to excellent education irrespective of socioeconomic background, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborated closely with the community to design and execute projects, successfully eliminating barriers to education in the second year.

Chaired the Global Projects Subcommittee, advancing knowledge of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and fostering collaborative projects among educators worldwide.

• Advanced knowledge of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within K-12 classrooms and among educators globally.
• Chaired the global projects subcommittee, identifying viable SDG projects and connecting educators worldwide for collaborative initiatives.

Leads a team dedicated to expanding educational opportunities for children across Nigeria, Cameroon, and Uganda, overseeing project design and fundraising.

• Leads a team of 10 young individuals across Nigeria, Cameroon, and Uganda, committed to expanding educational opportunities for children in Africa.
• Designs and implements impactful projects aligned with the organization's mission to improve educational access.
• Successfully fundraises to secure resources necessary for project execution and mission achievement.

Supervised the planning, execution, and monitoring of youth development projects across Lagos and Ogun states.

• Headed the planning, execution, and monitoring of the Train A Youth Initiative project across Lagos and Ogun states.
• Collaborated with Africa's Young Entrepreneurs, a global organization, to successfully implement project objectives.
• Provided timely reports to the Board on project successes and challenges, ensuring transparent communication and accountability.
• Engaged professional skill trainers to deliver specialized training for project participants.

Facilitated connections and designed initiatives to strengthen the global network of Teach For All alumni and teachers.

• Built bridges between network alumni and teachers worldwide, fostering a collaborative global community.
• Designed and launched 'Tfall Stories,' a network connector initiative engaging members from 10 countries.

Recognized for contributions and potential in the EdTech sector.

Awarded for entrepreneurial achievements and leadership potential.

Selected as a global talent for innovative solutions to Sustainable Development Goals.

Recognized as an entrepreneur making significant impact in education.

Acknowledged for active contributions to the field of education.

Awarded for leadership in youth-led peacemaking and community projects.

Received a grant for entrepreneurial ventures and business development.

Recognized as a top finalist for a humanitarian project.

Selected as a fellow for commitment to improving education in underserved communities.

Awarded a scholarship for academic excellence in science and technology.