About Me
BIO | SPEAKING EVENTS | GLOBAL ADVOCACY | AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
I wake up daily to the call within me to live an extraordinary life of significance and influence.
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Abraham's Bio
I am consumed with the idea that my existence is accompanied by a purpose beyond myself.
Abraham Ologundudu is an award-winning changemaker and multidisciplinary designer dedicated to impact innovation. He believes Africa’s prosperity hinges on cultivating transformational leadership and leveraging design and technology for meaningful change. With over 8 years of expertise in research, strategy, design, and leadership development, Abraham blends design practices with leadership strategies to drive sustainable change for individuals, communities, and organizations. Known as “The Digital Leader,” he guides leaders in creating new pathways for social impact and personal development.
As the founder of FA Creative Studio, Abraham collaborates with purpose-driven leaders and organizations to develop strategic and impactful brand and multimedia design projects. His work integrates social impact with business growth, and he has consulted and trained over 100 startup founders on brand experience, media strategy, and storytelling through partnerships with organizations like Wennovation Hub and Changing Narrative Africa. He also advises on social impact strategies, program design, and social innovation.
Abraham is the Founder and Board Chair of SocialGood Lagos, a United Nations Foundation +SocialGood chapter that drives local actions towards Sustainable Development Goals through new media and technology. Additionally, he co-founded and serves as Board Chair of The Leverage Africa, a non-profit focused on developing principle-centered young leaders and promoting African heritage.
Since 2018, Abraham has represented the United Nations Foundation’s +SocialGood community at major global events, including the International Government Communications Forum and the UN General Assembly. In 2019, he was selected as a +SocialGood Connector, amplifying stories of change and contributing to global innovation for the SDGs. He currently provides mentorship and strategic counsel to new fellows.
Abraham’s accolades include being a 2020 Global Youth Ambassador of TheirWorld, a 2019 Chevening Scholar, a 2019 Bill and Melinda Gates Goalkeeper, and a 2018 Ashoka Emerging Innovator. His design for The Royal Commonwealth Society’s 2018 International Day of Peace was featured globally, supporting youth empowerment and social change.
His research and storytelling focus on social change, media, culture, design, and emerging technologies. Recent publications include Journey Home, a documentary on migration and masculinity, and Beyond Design, a podcast on hegemonic masculinity in design, which served as his Master’s Dissertation.
Abraham’s leadership journey began with Seasoned Life Journal, a digital platform he founded at 15 to help young people impact their communities. The platform evolved into The Leverage Africa in 2018. He also founded Bramo Digi, recognized as one of Nigeria’s Top 100 Emerging SMEs, which developed creative marketing and brand strategies for over 35 brands.
As a sought-after speaker, Abraham has delivered a TEDx talk and addressed 15,000 people on leadership, social change, and innovation. He is the author of Lead Your Life and No Excuse Challenge.
Abraham is an adjunct lecturer of design & branding at Mountain Top University, Nigeria, and holds a Master’s degree in Media Practice for Development and Social Change from the University of Sussex, UK, and a Bachelor’s in Physics Education from Lagos State University, Nigeria. He is also certified in Basic Family Life Therapy & Neuro-cognitive Reprogramming and has completed leadership programs with the American Express Leadership Academy and Daystar Leadership Academy.
SHAPING MINDS AND CULTURE
Speaking Events
I find fulfilment in sharing knowledge & expertise, that shape minds and culture for social good.
Reimagining Solutions (TEDx)
The maiden edition of TEDx Lagos State University (my alma mater) was themed The Point. I shared my thoughts on how we can reimagine the way we design solutions for our community.
Joyed Up, 2022 (Lagos)
I was a panellist at Joyed Up, 2022. Through my story (one that I have never shared publicly, the way I did), I was able to draw in on how our childhood experiences (positive or negative) greatly impact our lives.
Thrive Business Summit (2022)
I spoke about spotting opportunities in the marketplace, from a designer's point of view. Using the Value Proposition Design Canvas, I demonstrated the steps for designing solutions that are relevant to the needs of your target market, and profitable.
Changing Narrative Africa
I facilitated a Media Workshop with the Changing Narrative Africa 2022 Food Fellows. The goal was to help the fellows understand, communicate, represent, and amplify their use of the media to enhance their brand. I loved the class, the richness of the conversation and the feedback.
ADVOCATE FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH AND SOCIAL INCLUSION
Global Advocacy
As a member of the +SocialGood community, I contribute to global conversations on sustainable development.
UNF - We the Peoples Campaign
I joined with voices from all around the world, to remind us of the values at the heart of the UN Charter.
Earth Day 2022
Young people shared ideas for building resilience and a more sustainable future for all beyond the pandemic.
COVID-19 Response Fund
I featured as an ambassador in a COVID-19 fundraising campaign by the UN Foundation for WHO.
Global Goals Watch
Co-signed an open letter with 2000 advocates calling for urgent action from world leaders to fight inequality...
GLOCAL VISIBILITY AND IMPACT
Awards & Recognitions
I have enjoyed the privilege of being recognized for my outstanding contribution to society.
Global Youth Ambassador, TheirWorld (2020)
Chevening Scholar (2019) by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.
United Nations Foundation +SocialGood Connector
Bill and Melinda Gates Goalkeeper (2019)
Global Juror, International Board of Business Owners & Entrepreneurs (Entreps) (2019]
Runner-up, The Royal Commonwealth Society, London, International Day of Peace Design Contest (2018).
Ashoka Emerging Innovator (2018)
Associate Fellow of the Royal Commonwealth Society, London (2018)
Fellow, YALI West Africa, Regional Leadership Centre (2017).
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Need my expertise in brand strategy, visual design, communications, storytelling, or social impact strategy?Want to pitch an idea for collaboration? Want to invite me to train/speak at an event or do you want to hire me as a consultant?