Women empowerment advocate and Public Relations expert, Ms. Oluwayemisi Adekunle has joined the advisory board of Project Enable Africa in its continued commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion across Africa.
Stanforte Edge Ltd/Gte announced the appointment of Ms. Adekunle to its Board of Directors, and the Advisory Board of Project Enable Africa on Friday as the world commemorates the International Women’s Day.
Yemisi, who comes with over two decades of experience in Public Relations and Stakeholders’ Engagement, is expected to brings her wealth of expertise to the organization’s leadership team.
“We are thrilled to welcome Yemisi to our Board of Directors,” said Olusola Owonikoko, Founder and Executive Director of Stanforte Edge. “Her extensive experience and proven track record in Public Relations and Stakeholders Engagement will be invaluable as we continue to drive positive change and advocate for disability inclusion across Africa.”
In her new role, Yemisi will provide strategic governance and leadership in the areas of Public Relations and Stakeholders Engagement, further advancing the firm’s mission of promoting shared prosperity for underserved populations across Africa.
Yemisi has been a firm advocate of empowerment, lending her expertise to non-profit organizations such as the Cherie Blair Foundation, Women In Successful Career {WISCAR} and Women in Management Business (WIMBIZ) to identify, develop, and nurture talent across various commercial sectors.
Some of her notable achievements include improving Pfizer’s reputation and brand awareness during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading communication strategies for Sickle Cell Disease in Emerging Markets, and spearheading agreements and media relations announcements for Accord for a Healthier World across Africa.
