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Izin Akioya
CitizenshipNigerian
OccupationSerial Entrepreneur

Izin Akioya is a Nigerian serial entrepreneur, marketing expert, author and global logistics leader, known for her contributions to tax policy reform, her role in promoting digital skills, and her involvement in shaping policies in Nigeria.[1][2][3][4][5]

Akioya is a digital native, and technology entrepreneur, with several companies including SA Global Logistics, Supply Chain Africa (co-founded), and Maasai Technologies (co-founded).[6][7][8]

Early life and career

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Izin Akioya has over a decade of professional experience in marketing, business development, and strategic communications, with a focus on creating solutions to foster business growth and economic development. She has worked in sectors ranging from consumer goods and advertising to think tank/public policy and technology startups.[9][10]

As an entrepreneur, she founded an e-commerce company which shortly after evolved into SA Global Logistics, aimed at addressing logistical challenges for African small and medium enterprises (SMEs), со-founded Supply Chain Africa, an industry publisher and consulting practice, and co-founded Maasai, a platform to buy and sell startups in Africa.[11][12][13]

In addition to her entrepreneurial activities, Akioya has published a memoir on personal identity, a book of poetry, and articles/reports on trade and logistics in Africa, and participated in various national and international efforts to improve trade and investment, combining her professional expertise with a commitment to socio-economic development.[14][15]

References

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  1. ^ "'Africa's Startup Success Hinges on Strategic Mergers and Acquisitions', Says Izin Akioya – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
  2. ^ Bankole, Idowu (2021-07-18). "Why logistics will power AfCFTA and Africa's e-Commerce export potential". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
  3. ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2021-07-17). "Why logistics will power AfCFTA and Africa's e-Commerce export potential". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
  4. ^ Michael, Chinwe (2024-11-22). "Mergers, acquisitions key to unlocking startups potential — Expert". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
  5. ^ Omiyale, Aduragbemi (2024-10-08). "FG Partners Aleph to Train 2,600 Nigerian Youth in Digital Advertising". Business Post Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
  6. ^ "Izin Akioya Revolutionizing Africa's Logistics Industry Through SAG Logistics". Yahoo News. 2021-07-31. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
  7. ^ "Izin Akioya Revolutionizing Africa's Logistics Industry Through SAG Logistics". Yahoo News. 2021-07-31. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
  8. ^ "30 Leading Women in the African Supply Chain Industry". Supply Chain Africa. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
  9. ^ Team, Editorial (2022-03-11). "Izin Akioya: Multidisciplinary, Marketing Expert and Author". Retrieved 2024-11-23.
  10. ^ "HER NETWORK HOLDS HER SUMMIT THEMED "POWER OF COMMUNITY". - Digital Marketing Training in Lagos , Nigeria". Digital Marketing Training in Lagos , Nigeria - Professional Services Company. 2022-09-23. Archived from the original on 2024-07-15. Retrieved 2025-01-07.
  11. ^ "Speakers 2023". The Africa Social Impact Summit. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
  12. ^ "Enelamah: FG, States Working to Address Multiple Taxation – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
  13. ^ "Izin Akioya Revolutionizing Africa's Logistics Industry Through SAG Logistics". Yahoo News. 2021-07-31. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
  14. ^ BellaNaija.com (2010-11-03). "Oratory is back on TV – Meet The TalkMates of "The Debaters" Season II". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
  15. ^ Reporter, Our (2022-02-21). "Nigeria's Izin Akioya launches debut books -". Daybreak, Politics, Entertainment, Sport. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
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