Lion (Dcns) Dr. Olore Evelyn Imokhe, PhD PMJF NLCF FDI
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Strategic Leadership & Growth: Scaling organizations, launching new ventures, driving sustainable profitability.
- Energy Sector Finance & Infrastructure: Financing, project oversight, and integrity solutions for pipelines and assets.
- Cooperative & Microfinance Management: Developing community-based finance models that foster inclusion and wealth creation.
- Philanthropy & CSR: Designing high-impact programs in reproductive health, education, and social welfare.
- Executive Coaching & Mentorship: Speaker and trainer, empowering leaders across sectors.
- Public Policy & Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborating with government, NGOs, and industry bodies to shape sectoral policy and practice.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
- PhD (Hons.) in Project Management, Estam University (2019)
- Harvard University: Executive Certificates in Contract Law & Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies (2020)
- University of Benin: B.Sc. & ADBF in Banking & Finance (2001, 1996)
- Tayo Akpata University of Education: NCE, English & History (1987)
INDUSTRY & CIVIC AFFILIATIONS
- Member, Chartered Institute of Bankers Member (1987–present)
- Fellow, Institute of Chartered Accountants (1987–present)
- Women in Finance International Member (2019–present)
- Women in Energy International Member (2019–present)
- Women in Business Member (2018–present)
- Dredgers Association of Nigeria Member (2009–present)
- International Association of Lions Clubs Member (2011–present)
LIONS LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
- Emerging Lions Leadership Institute (ELLI)
- Regional Lions Leadership Institute (RLLI)
- Advanced Lions Leadership Institute (ALLI)
- Faculty Development Institute (FDI)
- Certified Guiding Lions Training
LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL – COMMUNITY IMPACT
Lion (Dcns) Dr. Imokhe’s tenure as a Lion reflects her belief that service is leadership. Over the past decade, she has spearheaded multifaceted initiatives targeting rehabilitation, health, education, and emergency response—directly benefiting over 22,000 individuals and catalyzing community ownership of sustainable projects.
Impact Highlights:
- Empowering Rehabilitation: Led the design and construction of a fully-equipped outdoor kitchen at Warri Prisons, where inmates now receive daily vocational catering training. Graduates of the program have reported a 70% reduction in recidivism among participants.
- Vision Restoration: Orchestrated the donation of a Keller Tonometer and underwriting of over 150 free cataract surgeries at Warri Central Hospital. Patient follow-up surveys show a 95% satisfaction rate and restored livelihoods.
- Nutritional Outreach & Community Mobilization: Conceptualized and rolled out Feeding the Hungry campaigns that delivered 10,500+ nutritious meals partnering with local farmers to source produce and create micro-enterprise opportunities.
- Sanitation & School Health: Installed toilet blocks in public schools, enhancing sanitation for students.
- Emergency Relief & Resilience: Rapidly mobilized 3,000+ care packages—including food, medicine, and shelter materials—for displaced families in flood-affected IDP camps.
- Skill-Building for Youth: Established vocational training centers offering courses in tailoring, carpentry, ICT, and agribusiness to 220+ young adults.
- Health Education & Awareness: Championed childhood cancer awareness workshops in partnership with pediatric oncology units.
“Our mission is to create self-reliant communities by blending compassion with capacity-building.” — Lion (Dcns) Dr. Olore Imokhe
AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
- International President’s Medal, Lions Clubs International (for raising over $60,000 for LCIF)
- District & Club Excellence Awards, Outstanding Lion of the Year
SPEAKING & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
- Transformational Leadership: Workshops on vision, innovation, and ethical governance
- Energy & Infrastructure Finance: Keynotes on emerging market challenges and solutions
- Women’s Health & Empowerment: Panelist and moderator at global summits
- Youth Skills Development: Mentorship on entrepreneurship and career readiness
VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP
- Living Faith Church, Nigeria
Teens Church Teacher; Finance Committee; Church Board
- NAF Harmony Estate Residents Association
Financial Secretary
LEGACY & IMPACT
Lion (Dcns) Dr. Olore Evelyn Imokhe’s career embodies a fusion of executive excellence and servant leadership. She continues to inspire change agents across sectors, building a sustainable legacy of empowerment, inclusion, and hope.
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