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Jonathan Okanlawon

@jonathanokanlawon

Executive Director and executive coach driving organizational transformation and leadership development across sectors globally.

Nigeria
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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking a leadership role where I can coach executives, shape organizational strategy, and deliver transformation programs—ideally in global, innovation- and sustainability-minded environments that value strong stakeholder collaboration.

I’m a transformational leader, strategic advisor, and executive coach with over two decades of cross-continental experience spanning Africa, the Middle East, North America, and the Caribbean. As an Executive Director, I focus on organizational transformation, strategic planning, and leadership development that helps professionals and enterprises perform at higher levels.

At Global Croft Ltd, I lead strategy, leadership development, and organizational capacity-building programs for top-tier institutions. I’ve designed and delivered leadership frameworks for government and corporate clients, and I oversee an elite faculty of leadership facilitators delivering programs across Africa, the Middle East, North America, Europe, and the Caribbean.

Beyond my executive leadership role, I co-founded Ruby Unique Natural Premium Products Ltd to guide strategic direction in natural products and wellness. I also founded and serve as Chief Executive of Rubesco Energy Ltd, where I champion innovation, sustainability, and investment growth while partnering with investors and regulators on transformative energy initiatives across Africa.

I’m also a leadership and strategy consultant through independent engagements, delivering executive programs and strategy sessions globally. I’ve coached over 300 executives to strengthen clarity, confidence, and communication, and I’m recognized as a keynote speaker and leadership facilitator known for insight and an execution-oriented approach.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

RL
Current

Co-Founder

Ruby Unique Natural Premium Products Ltd

Jan 2015 - Present (11 years 6 months)

Co-founded and guided strategic direction for a natural products and wellness company. Drove product diversification, brand positioning, and market expansion across Nigeria and international markets.

GL
Current

Executive Director

Global Croft Ltd

Jan 2010 - Present (16 years 6 months)

Leads strategy, leadership development, and organizational capacity-building programs for top-tier institutions. Designs and delivers leadership frameworks for government and corporate clients and oversees a faculty of leadership facilitators across multiple regions.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

BS

Business Administration Bachelor's (institution not specified)

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Business Administration

Earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, with emphasis on foundational business training.

LS

Leadership & Executive Coaching (institution not specified)

Leadership & Executive Coach, Leadership & Executive Coaching

Completed training in leadership and executive coaching as part of continuous professional development through global leadership programs.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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