MEET ODE
My wealth of experience in community empowerment through workforce development and cultural appreciation has prepared me for this moment in time for the African renaissance.
I’ve spent the past several years creating and leading community empowerment programs in various fields in the US, Nigeria and Ghana.
Impact Entrepreneur
Founder and President of two organizations working together to create economic and social values through community-based nautical tourism and education in transatlantic slave trade impacted communities within West Africa and in the USA.
WorkForce Developer
Former CEO & Program Coordinator at Triumphant Health Career Center leading 5 workforce development training programs for marginalized and underserved communities maintaining far above-industry program completion and job placement rates in all areas.
MBA In-Progress
Applying lessons in real time!
Published Author
My latest work, Reeds of Harmony , journaling the stewardship act of of Iya David, the Reed Mat Maker Extraordinaire of Badagry, appears in Landscape Magazine of Canada to a world-wide readership in 150 countries. Check out my other “Publications”
Healing Waters Dance Project
A transformative journey of healing, restoration, and reparation through the mesmerizing power of dance.
Healing Waters Dance Project
On The Helm Boatschooling Gallery
I collaborate with individuals, businesses and organizations who are working in diversity, equity and inclusion to identify gaps and opportunities in their current or emerging DEI strategy.