In alignment with its vision to reposition the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN) and enhance its marketability, the Institute has actively embraced the advocacy for gender equality and inclusion. This strategic initiative aims to unlock the full potential of women within the Institute and the marketing profession in Nigeria. Over the past two years, the NIMN has significantly increased the representation of women in key leadership positions, underscoring its commitment to fostering equal participation across genders.
Serving as the Second Vice-President is Mrs. Ebisan Onyema, a seasoned business professional with over 24 years of expertise in the weighing, airport passenger services equipment, coding, and marking industry. Mrs. Onyema currently holds the position of Managing Director at Avery Nigeria Limited, a leading company in weighing, airport passenger services equipment, coding, and marking. Her appointment two years ago succeeded Chuka Eborah, who served the Institute in various capacities.
Another notable figure is Pat Sadoh, who holds the position of Registrar at the Institute. Pat Sadoh, the first female Registrar since the Institute’s inception, is also a lecturer in the Department of Petroleum Marketing and Business Studies at the Petroleum Training Institute in Effurun, Delta State, Nigeria. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Marketing from Ambrose Alli University and a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Marketing from Delta State University. Additionally, she holds a Diploma in Basic Computer Studies.
Patience Sado, has eight years of commendable working experience, excelling in people management and student training. She has actively contributed to various committees within her institution, displaying commitment to areas such as admissions, entrepreneurship development, research seminars, and conferences. At the national level, she has served on the Education, Examination, and Accreditation Committee of NIMN, holding the esteemed position of Vice-Chairman in the NIMN Curriculum Review Sub-Committee. Patience Sado has received recognition for her contributions, including the Pioneer Award from the AAU Alumni Warri Chapter and the Award of Excellence from the Association of Petroleum Marketing and Business at PTI (APEMBUS).
Additionally, the Executive Board includes Mrs. Olufade Adenike, Sandra Amachree and Adejoke Ishola as Council members. Adenike Olufunke Olufade, the MD/CEO of Digimage Consult, is an experienced Managing Director in the broadcast media industry. Sandra Amachree, the Head of Marketing Communications at Nigerian Breweries Plc., has played a crucial role in reshaping the media capabilities of the Africa Middle East and Eastern Europe (AMEE) region.
Adejoke who sits on the Council as representative of the Centre for Management Development (CMD) has almost ten (10) years experience as a trainer. She is a certified management trainer and consultant and has facilitated several management development workshops for both public and private sector organisations. Adejoke Ishola is a brilliant lawyer, a member of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).
Taking on leadership roles in various Committees are Omotunde Adewunmi Rasheed-Yusuf for Membership and Chapter development, Nana Milagrosa Utomi for Events and Conferences, Benita Adelore for Learning and Development, and Sandra Amachree for Corporate Communications and Media Relations Committee.
Omotunde Adewunmi Rasheed-Yusuf, an Associate member of Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and full member of NIMN, oversees Membership and Chapter development. Nana Milagrosa Utomi Atafiri Biyang, CEO of MPXM, a reputable Experiential Marketing and Digital Agency, leads the Events and Conferences Committee. Benita Adelore, General Manager at Leventis Motors, heads the Learning and Development Committee. Lastly, Sandra Amachree, Head of Marketing Communications at Nigerian Breweries Plc., takes charge of the Corporate Communications and Media Relations Committee.
These corporate amazons bring a wealth of diverse experiences and expertise to their respective roles, contributing to the overall advancement of the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria and its objectives.
