Lola Onakomaiya
About Lola Onakomaiya
Lola Onakomaiya serves as the Special Assistant to the CEO at Acumen, a position she has held since 2020. Her diverse professional background includes roles in fundraising, community outreach, and youth development across various organizations.
Current Role at Acumen
Lola Onakomaiya serves as the Special Assistant to the CEO at Acumen, a role she has held since 2020. In this position, she is responsible for supporting the CEO in various strategic initiatives and operational tasks. Her work contributes to the organization's mission of addressing global poverty through innovative solutions.
Previous Experience in Fundraising and Development
Lola Onakomaiya has extensive experience in fundraising and development. She worked at The College of Wooster as a Fundraising Student Caller from 2014 to 2015 and later as a Fundraising Student Supervisor from 2015 to 2016. In these roles, she engaged with alumni and donors to support the Annual Giving Fund, enhancing her skills in communication and donor relations.
Experience with Peace Corps
From 2017 to 2019, Lola Onakomaiya served as a Youth Development Volunteer with the Peace Corps in Morocco. During her two years of service, she focused on community development and youth engagement, contributing to various initiatives aimed at improving educational opportunities and fostering personal growth among young people.
Educational Background
Lola Onakomaiya studied at The College of Wooster, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, she attended Green Mountain College from 2012 to 2014, where she transferred after two years. Her academic background has provided her with critical thinking skills and a strong foundation in analytical reasoning.
Community Engagement Experience
Lola Onakomaiya has engaged in community outreach through her role as a Community Outreach Fellow at East Liberty Development, Inc. from 2016 to 2017. In this position, she worked for one year in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focusing on community development initiatives and fostering relationships within the local community.