Kemi Ajumobi 
Dr. Oluwayemisi Olorunshola
Chairman, Board Of Directors, WEMA Bank
Oluwayemisi Olorunshola is a peculiar trailblazer in the financial sector. She is the first female chairman of WEMA Bank. Her dedication to WEMA is heard from her when she says “WEMA Bank is a place where I see the culture of the future, a culture of togetherness, a culture of oneness, a culture where everyone is eager to put in their best for the goodness of the bank.”
As the well-regarded chairman of an esteemed 80-year-old bank, her mix of aptitude with an audacious and responsive methodology to leadership is admirable. Oluwayemisi’s result-oriented conviction at the helm has unswervingly driven the bank towards exceptional feat.
As demanding as her role is, she maintains a pleasant amenable deportment, nurturing an inclusive culture within the bank. Her capability to balance empathy with competence makes her a motivating individual for members of the bank and leaders alike.
At any given time, Oluwayemisi will tell you that being the first female chair clearly shows that when the bank says it operates an inclusive system, it means just what it says. According to her, “As the first female chairman, it is a very big role, a very big responsibility, and it attests to the fact that WEMA Bank has grown to become an inclusive bank, a bank that does not discriminate, a bank that would always say we are gender friendly.
The fact that I am here today is a proof. They recognise that everyone has something to contribute to the table. When you prove your mettle, the door is open.” Oluwayemisi stated.
Oluwayemisi Olorunshola is an experienced supply chain professional and a business associate with over 15 years’ experience in a multinational organisation and over 10 years as a business manager, She possesses a B.Sc. Education degree in Education & Economics from the prestigious Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, a Master of Business Administration degree from University of Liverpool, UK, and a Doctorate degree in Business Administration from Walden University, USA.
She is a well trained professional in various aspects of business management and her work experience spans every aspect of the supply chain including business and production planning procurement, distribution, import and export, including logistics services.
She is a lover of education. Her widely read publication on small business sustainability strategies was published in the journal of Functional Education FEAcademia), Proguest. com, and Academia.edu, and has been referenced by many scholars.