Oreoluwa Atinmo is the embodiment of bold ambition, purposeful pivots, and unwavering excellence.
She is the kind of woman whose journey makes you pause, then lean in.
With a rock-solid foundation in engineering and a relentless drive for business brilliance, she has carved an exceptional path from the world of machines and data to the vibrant, ever-evolving arena of marketing.
Currently serving as the Marketing Director at GB Foods Plc, a multinational giant in the FMCG sector, Atinmo doesn’t just lead brands, she builds legacies.
She is the strategic force behind the growth and emotional resonance of some of West Africa’s most beloved products, including Gino Tomato Paste, Bama Mayonnaise, Gino Spices & Herbs, and Gino Max seasoning cubes.
Her impact spans beyond boardrooms, into the homes and hearts of millions.
Whether it’s pioneering innovation, expanding regional footprints, or creating marketing that truly speaks to people, she leads with both head and heart.
Oreoluwa started out as a Sub-Sea Engineer Intern at Shell Nigeria, later playing a key role in BP’s Gulf of Mexico oil spill response, a role requiring grit and grace under pressure.
She then joined Heineken through Nigerian Breweries, where her career took an unexpected but exciting turn into the world of marketing.
With a first-class degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Nottingham and a master’s in Petroleum Engineering from Imperial College London, Oreoluwa’s intellectual prowess is unquestionable.
Yet, it is her courage to walk away from what was “safe” into what she truly loved that sets her apart.
She credits her engineering background for sharpening her analytical mind but saw early on that her vision for business leadership belonged in a space where strategy met creativity. That space was marketing. The shift was anything but easy.
Moving from a world ruled by hard data into one influenced by perception and emotion demanded that she relearn, unlearn, and grow rapidly. But her growth was undeniable, and the marketing world noticed.
Oreoluwa has been named one of Africa’s Top 100 Career Women, a recognition that placed her among some of the continent’s most powerful female professionals.
She has also been celebrated as one of Nigeria’s Top 50 Marketing Leaders by Brand Communicator Magazine and spotlighted as one of the women changing the face of marketing in Africa.
Her ascent has been powered by more than just skill. Behind her remarkable rise is a deep well of faith, and an unshakable belief in excellence.
She approaches every challenge with courage and every win with humility.
Today, she is not just leading marketing at a multinational, she’s lighting the way for the next generation of women who dare to defy expectations.
Her story speaks to every young professional wondering if it’s possible to follow your heart without abandoning your credentials. Oreoluwa proves that you can.
She continues to inspire on global stages, serving as a panelist and thought leader at influential gatherings like the Africa Marketing Summit and WIMBIZ, where her insights continue to stir minds and spark action.
Her work earned her a Leadership Excellence Recognition by the Nigerian Marketing Leadership Roundtable, a reflection of both her vision and her voice in the industry.
Oreoluwa Atinmo’s journey is more than impressive, it’s magnetic. It invites you to believe again: in grit, in purpose, in reinvention, and in the limitless possibilities that unfold when passion meets preparation.
