Emmanuel Anugwa is an energy professional with nearly a decade of experience optimizing renewable energy portfolios spanning solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). He has a strong track record of enhancing asset performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving portfolio revenue growth through strategic optimization and collaborative stakeholder engagement.

Emmanuel is a licensed professional engineer in Ontario, Canada and holds an MBA in Energy Management from TU Berlin. He is passionate about advancing grid flexibility and accelerating the energy transition through innovative storage solutions and data-driven strategies. His expertise includes participation in North American energy markets (IESO, PJM, MISO, ERCOT), SCADA analysis, regulatory compliance, and financial performance reporting.

Beyond his professional work, Emmanuel is deeply committed to kingdom service and has actively supported various global faith-based initiatives.

Deborah Adolphus LongJohn is a certified Salesforce Associate and tech support professional with a background in systems optimization, Microsoft Office & Windows and Program Management. With experience supporting Microsoft users across the globe in cloud technology and Microsoft platforms, she brings excellence, empathy, and structure to everything she does.

Beyond her work in tech, Deborah is a passionate faith communicator and an Emotional Intelligence enthusiast, with professional training in Emotional Intelligence, Behavioral Therapy, Neurolinguistic Programming, Teen Psychology, and Conflict Management. She shares the Word of God through teachings, mentorship, and digital content, helping people encounter grace, grow in purpose, and rise into wholeness.

Originally from Rivers State and currently based in Lagos, she is driven by a deep desire to build lives through truth, transformation, and the love of Christ. She believes that faith and technology are not opposing forces; but divine tools for restoring dignity, advancing purpose, and impacting generations.

Ayomide “A.Y.” Osho is a dedicated social worker and youth services professional whose calm leadership and compassion consistently move people forward. He serves with the Durham Catholic District School Board, partnering with teachers, families, and community groups to support students’ social, emotional, and academic growth.

Grounded by an MSW from York University, A.Y. brings hands-on experience across Horizons for Youth, The Scott Mission, Pathways to Education, Scarborough and Rouge Hospital’s Justice & Mental Health program, and Kinark Child and Family Services, where he led assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and care planning.

A longtime Youth Coordinator at Jesus House Toronto and a committed music minister, he mentors young people in character, confidence, and faith. Known for clear communication, steady problem-solving, and a collaborative spirit, A.Y. is passionate about equity, inclusion, and nurturing the next generation of leaders. He is happily married to Temitope Rachel, and together they are raising two wonderful children.

Temitope Rachael Osho is a passionate estate professional and community builder empowering women to walk in purpose, identity, and legacy. With a background in trust and estate administration, Rachael brings a unique blend of professional expertise and spiritual insight to the spaces she serves. As a senior Trust and Estate Professional with Concentra Trust, she specializes in guiding families through estate planning, wills, and legacy conversations.

Rachael is a devoted wife & mother of Irish twins, and her heart for service extends beyond the workplace. Known for her vibrant spirit, authentic voice, and deep-rooted faith, she is often invited to speak on platforms that address women’s empowerment, financial literacy, and legacy building through a biblical lens.

Stephen Ogunkunle is an accomplished Product Manager with a strong background in retail and commercial banking, commercial real estate finance, and technology-driven product innovation. A certified Scrum Product Owner, he excels at leading cross-functional collaboration to deliver user-centric enhancements that drive profitability and operational efficiency. With expertise in backlog management, data-informed decision-making, and agile methodologies, Stephen brings a strategic lens to building solutions that deliver measurable business impact.

Deeply committed to helping others achieve their goals, Stephen takes a community-driven approach to leadership and problem-solving. His work is rooted in service and innovation, with a focus on leveraging technology to improve systems and outcomes at scale.

Beyond his core responsibilities, Stephen is passionate about mentoring, spiritual growth, and empowering emerging professionals to build purposeful, values-driven careers. Based in Toronto, he continues to operate at the intersection of innovation and impact, developing solutions that are effective, compassionate, and people-centered.

Tilewa Badmus is an accountant with a heart for service and a passion for making a difference. With a background in accounting, she supports individuals and businesses in navigating their financial landscapes, always keeping things straightforward and practical.

Beyond the numbers and spreadsheets, she volunteers regularly with her local church choir and serves with an interdenominational ministry, where she finds joy in contributing her time and energy to something that brings joy and unity to the community.

Whether balancing books or lifting voices in worship, Tilewa shows up with heart, humility, and a desire to make a meaningful impact.

Precious Familusi's mission is anchored in CCC: Community, Corporate, Creative—three foundational pillars that define his approach to leadership and impact. With over five years dedicated to creating transformative opportunities for marginalized communities, Precious co-founded Black Lives Matter NL and serves as an anti-racism workshop facilitator, earning recognition including the Leslie Thoms Convocation Scholarship Award for Leadership and being named one of The Telegram's Heroes of 2020. His community impact extends through entrepreneurship development work, where he has empowered Black business owners and emerging entrepreneurs through the Black Business Initiative, and as also served as an entrepreneurship resource for students as Enterprise Olympics Program Coordinator with YMCA Employment, Enterprise & Newcomer Services. This community-centered approach seamlessly bridges to his corporate expertise, demonstrated through his commercial banking experience at Scotiabank managing over 70 key accounts with revenues ranging from $250,000 to $5 million CAD.

Precious's creative excellence shines through his decade-long role as Media Production Lead at RCCG Mount Zion, where his passion for live production enhances worship experiences and community events. This creative dimension allows him to bring innovative approaches to both his community advocacy and corporate partnerships, ensuring every initiative is not only impactful but engaging and professionally executed. Together, Community, Corporate, and Creative form an integrated approach that enables Precious to create meaningful change through strategic community engagement, sound business practices, and creative excellence—whether empowering entrepreneurs, facilitating anti-racism workshops, or delivering exceptional audiovisual experiences that connect and inspire.

Kemi Omotade was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, and now resides in Greensboro, North Carolina, Kemi brings a unique blend of professional expertise, entrepreneurial spirit, and a deep commitment to service. With a degree in Electrical Engineering and Energy Management and a successful track record as a serial entrepreneur, Kemi has developed a strong foundation in leadership, problem-solving, and innovation. Beyond professional accomplishments, a passion for missions and community impact has shaped much of Kemi's journey, opening doors to serve in diverse capacities that brings people together for positive change.

Guided by a heart for God and a calling to be a help to others, Kemi actively serves in multiple ministries and she is on the executive committee for the Organization for the Advancement of Nigerians (O.A.N). Whether supporting local communities or contributing to broader mission work, Kemi's focus remains on building connections, uplifting others, and living out faith through action. This commitment reflects a life dedicated not only to personal growth but to advancing opportunities and creating lasting impact for individuals and communities in need.

Iyanuoluwa Ogunshola is from New Jersey, USA, where he has lived for over 20 years. He serves as a Manager of Technology and Operations in the education sector, maintaining and developing systems while also bringing years of project management experience to his work.

Outside of his professional career, Iyanuoluwa has been faithfully involved in music ministry for over a decade. He has been privileged to record more than three albums with over fifteen single releases, and he leads a vibrant youth ministry called Unashamed. Over the past five years, he has supported various gospel music ministers and ministries by lending his gift of drumming to conferences, worship concerts, and other ministry events.

A passionate and dedicated professional with a strong background in government administration and compliance, particularly in tax examination and validation. With a B.A. in Psychology from Carleton University, I’m also committed to community engagement through active volunteer work, particularly in organizational logistics and hospitality management.

Through my work with YAYA Canada, I’ve taken on key responsibilities in protocol and event coordination—ensuring the safety and comfort of guests, managing accommodations, and overseeing transportation and parking logistics. I work closely with hospitality teams to meet the needs of visiting ministers, maintain order during events, and create a welcoming environment for all attendees. My role demands discretion, organization, and a strong sense of responsibility, all of which I bring to every task. Dedicated to supporting both leadership and community members, I take pride in ensuring smooth, respectful, and well-run gatherings.

Ben Haastrup is an experienced IT leader, certified in IT security, networking, and cloud technologies. He helps organizations use technology to work smarter and connect better, specializing in IT strategy, service delivery, and digital transformation. With a strong background in higher education, enterprise systems, and creative technology, he bridges the gap between innovation and practical solutions.

Beyond his institutional work, Ben is the Founder of Weavits Inc., a consulting practice that brings together web applications, audiovisual engineering, and IT solutions. Through Weavits, he has partnered with organizations, start ups, and professionals to design engaging websites, deliver live event productions, and create music and video content that reach wide audiences.

He also serves as Technical Director at The Joy Centre (Jesus House Toronto), where he leads volunteer teams in providing IT infrastructure and audiovisual production for services, concerts, and community events. Whether in higher education, business, religious organizations, or the arts, Ben is passionate about using technology to make learning, collaboration, and creativity more impactful.

Paska Grace Juma is a strategist, entrepreneur, and servant leader passionate about building systems that empower people and communities. With experience at Google and a strong background in strategy, innovation, and media, she brings both corporate insight and faith-driven vision to Favored Generation. Beyond her professional work, Paska is the host of the Life of a Servant podcast and actively consults with nonprofits, churches, and startups to help them scale with integrity and purpose.

Toyin Aguda is a transformational leader operating at the intersection of faith, technology, and global impact. With over 12 years of experience in artificial intelligence, data science, and business transformation, she is deeply committed to advancing God’s purpose in the marketplace. Her recent professional journey includes serving as Vice President, AI Research Lead at J.P. Morgan Chase, and currently as President/COO of Aguda Capital LLC. She has also held strategic roles at Caterpillar, Nielsen, and Buari Consulting; consistently bringing excellence and innovation to every assignment.

Toyin specializes in business transformation, AI research, and enterprise applications of natural language processing (NLP) and large language models (LLMs), helping organizations navigate digital transformation. A passionate AI evangelist, she has spoken at global conferences to demystify myths around AI and champion its ethical use. Her scholarly contributions include multiple international research publications, most recently at the ACL 2025 conference on “Conservative Bias of LLMs: Measuring Relation Predictions.” She enjoys mentoring and inspiring individuals of all ages on the power of vision and the discipline of staying focused.

She holds an Executive MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, as well as master’s degrees in Applied economics and Applied Probability & Statistics, and a First-Class Honors degree in Economics.

Toyin’s deepest passion is to bridge technology and faith—to see leaders equipped, businesses run with excellence, people and communities transformed, and God glorified in every sphere of influence. She considers it a joy and an honor to serve wherever and however God leads.

Tola Haastrup is a versatile professional with experience in communication, client services, and organizational support. She is skilled at working in high-pressure environments while maintaining empathy, accuracy, and professionalism, bringing both structure and warmth to her work. She is known for her integrity, creativity, and heart for people.

Beyond her professional and entrepreneurial roles, Tola has invested time in teaching and mentoring teenagers. An experience that has deepened her passion for guiding the next generation with encouragement, wisdom, and practical life skills. Her experience as a wife and mother continue to shape the way she leads, with integrity, patience, and a focus on building strong foundations for others to thrive. With a strong commitment to family, faith, and making a positive impact, she thrives in opportunities that allow her to inspire, connect, and help others grow.

Damilola is a fashion professional and educator specializing in patternmaking and 3D garment design. She teaches bridal and eveningwear fashion at the college level, and she is also an experienced 3D designer within an outerwear-focused environment, where she supports product development through digital innovation and technical precision.

Through the use of digital twins and 3D workflows, she helps teams improve speed, clarity, and confidence in decision-making—while reducing material waste and limiting unnecessary physical sampling. Deeply committed to service-driven leadership, excellence, and impact, Damilola brings care, structure, and intention to every space she helps build, creating organized, meaningful experiences that empower people to grow and thrive.

Olumide Oyebode is a scientist, designer, and storyteller whose passion is to solve problems and create meaningful systems, whether in a research lab, a brand identity, or a community.

He is a doctoral candidate in Muscle Biology at the University of Toledo, Ohio, with a research focus on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. His work has been featured in peer-reviewed publications and presented at national and international conferences, earning recognition, including the Top 5 Graduate Student Award at the Ohio Physiological Society's Annual Meeting.

Olumide is also a brand identity designer and Lead Designer at Lumine Designs, where he helps businesses and startups build distinct visual identities that authentically represent who they are. Over the years, he has worked on freelance design projects and trained young people, both privately and within organizations, in the art of graphic design. He recently launched a podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music, where he shares reflections on faith and life.

He is an ardent lover of God, whose life goal is to know Jesus and make Him known to the world. He is happily married to a Modupe, a pharmacist, life coach, and tech enthusiast. Outside of his academic and creative pursuits, Olumide enjoys creating social media designs, photography, and exploring audio-visual production.

Favour Nwogu is passionate about living a life rooted in Christ, service and walking in her calling. She is a financial analyst in the banking industry within a Project Management Office (PMO), where she collaborates with project managers across different portfolios to help keep projects organized, on track, and moving toward successful outcomes.

She enjoys the balance of strategy, organization, and problem-solving that comes with her work and is always looking for opportunities to learn and grow professionally. She values excellence, growth, and using her skills to contribute meaningfully wherever she serves.

A graduate of Brock University with a background in business economics, Favour has built experience across financial analysis, planning, market research, and operations. Throughout her career, she has developed strong skills in data analysis, reporting, forecasting, and business intelligence, using tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Tableau to transform data into meaningful insights.

Favour has a deep love for God and a heart for worship. Over the years, she has served on different worship teams and currently leads worship at her church. For her, worship is more than music; it is a way to connect with God, create space for His presence, and encourage others to draw closer to Him.

Beyond work and ministry, Favour enjoys building community, encouraging others, and using creativity through writing, teaching, and planning. Whether she is serving in church, helping with ministry, supporting loved ones, or working on personal goals, she carries a desire to be intentional and make a positive impact.

She is still growing, still learning, and still becoming, and her desire is that every part of her life reflects Christ’s love, grace, and faithfulness, and that the gifts God has given her would be used to serve others well.

Elizabeth Oyebolu is a project manager by profession, an event planner by passion, and someone who genuinely believes that great ideas deserve great execution. She's had the opportunity to lead projects and collaborate with incredible teams around the world. But if you ask her what she enjoys most, it's taking a simple idea, adding a lot of strategy, creativity, and organization, and watching it come to life. Elizabeth is happiest when she's creating memorable experiences that people will be talking about long after they're over.

Outside of project plans and color-coded spreadsheets, Elizabeth has a huge heart for the Christian Media and Entertainment Mountain. She's passionate about seeing believers create world-class films, music, events, and media that influence culture with excellence. She believes Christians shouldn't just participate in the creative industry—we should help lead it. Whether she's planning an event, mentoring others, or dreaming up the next big idea, Lizzy is all about using creativity, leadership, and a little bit of fun to make a lasting Kingdom impact.

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