Babajide Fawole
About Babajide Fawole
Babajide Fawole serves as the Lead for Africa Business Engagement at the World Economic Forum, a position he has held since 2015. He has a background in business engagement and consulting, having previously worked at Hilti and Nigerian Breweries, and holds an MBA from the University of St. Gallen.
Work at World Economic Forum
Babajide Fawole has been with the World Economic Forum since 2013. He currently serves as the Lead for Africa Business Engagement, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he focuses on fostering business relationships and initiatives across Africa. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Manager for Africa Business Engagement and was a Global Leadership Fellow at the Forum from 2013 to 2015. His experience at the World Economic Forum spans nearly a decade, contributing to various projects aimed at enhancing economic collaboration in the region.
Education and Expertise
Babajide Fawole holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of St. Gallen, where he studied from 2012 to 2013. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Ibadan, completing his studies there from 2003 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation in business principles, which he applies in his current role at the World Economic Forum and in previous positions.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining the World Economic Forum, Babajide Fawole worked at Hilti as an MBA intern and consultant in 2013, focusing on marketing for power tools and accessories for a duration of three months. He also gained experience as an intern at Nigerian Breweries PLC in Lagos in 2006, where he worked for three months. These roles contributed to his professional development and understanding of business operations.
Internship Experience
Babajide Fawole completed an internship at Nigerian Breweries PLC in Lagos in 2006, which lasted for three months. This early experience in the corporate environment provided him with insights into the operational aspects of a major company in Nigeria. Additionally, he interned at Hilti in 2013, where he focused on marketing strategies for power tools and accessories.