NKEM OJI-ALALA Nkem Oji-Alala is a highly accomplished high tech Business Development Consultant specializing in Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, and Software Development.

His professional journey includes significant technical project management roles at major corporations, such as Select Water, Superior Energy, Plains America, Affiliated Computer Services, Reliant Energy, Direct Energy, GE Oil & Gas (as Project Manager for Engineering Operations and Initiatives), and Siemens Energy (Wind Power). He pursued a degree in Business Management with a minor in Organizational Leadership at UT-Dallas.

Current Leadership Roles

Mr. Oji-Alala is a dedicated leader in both the business and community sectors, holding several key positions:

·       President, Emergent Business Solutions, LLC: An IT consulting firm focused on providing ERP and business development solutions for commercial companies.

·       President and CEO, African Fashion Week Houston: The largest African fashion week in Texas, which produces shows, showcases, and workshops to promote African heritage and culture.

·       President, Network of Africans in Diaspora (NOAD): A network for African businessmen with interests in community service, business development, and investment opportunities.

·       Board of Director, Houston International Trade Development Council.

·       Co-Chair, Hearts of Houston Golf Tournament.

·       Executive Director, Information Control Systems in Lagos, Nigeria.

Nkem is deeply passionate about International Trade in Africa, Fashion, and community service. He actively supports several charitable organizations through his work, including the Houston Food Bank, Dress for Success, the Breast Cancer Foundation, and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Uwakmfon Favour Mayowa is a hardworking and highly versatile lawyer with over eight years of progressive experience in legal practice and corporate administration. She brings a strong blend of expertise spanning Legal Practice, Business Planning, Project Management and Supervision, Real Estate and New Towns Development, Corporate Compliance, and Secretarial Practice.

As the In-House Counsel, Director of Human Resources, Legal and Compliance at Paramount Business Process Outsourcing Ltd, Uwakmfon plays a strategic role in driving operational excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a high-performance workplace culture.

She possesses exceptional leadership qualities, a strong will to succeed, and a result-oriented mindset. Her excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills enable her to provide sound legal guidance and deliver timely, effective solutions to complex business and professional challenges.

Uwakmfon’s professional objective is to achieve distinction and excellence through continuous development, leveraging her analytical and problem-solving abilities to advance organizational goals and uphold the highest standards of corporate governance and legal integrity

Chinyere Ataisi Samuel. Highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Professional with 6+ years of experience in administrative support, virtual assistance, and client relations. Holds a B.Sc. in Entrepreneurship. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency, streamline office management, and improve stakeholder communication. Proficient in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, calendar management, and ensuring strict confidentiality. Excellent skills in multitasking, relationship building, and driving productivity.