Navigating Industrialization & FX Volatility in Sub-Saharan Africa
How manufacturing leaders can manage currency volatility by sourcing raw materials locally and expanding regional trade.
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Group Managing Director • Board Governance • Industrial Leader
Architect of Enterprise Scale & Strategic Transformation.
Over 25 years of executive leadership driving sustainable growth across Publishing, Pharmaceuticals, FMCG, Wellness, and Continental Distribution.
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Executive Profile
Decisive Leadership in High-Complexity Markets
Folasade Imoagene has led major business turnarounds, factory developments, and international trade expansion across West Africa and global markets. With a background in pharmaceutical science (B.Pharm, OAU) and executive leadership (LBS CEP), her experience spans diverse industries and operating environments.
From restructuring manufacturing supply chains during currency fluctuations to launching consumer wellness products, she provides hands-on oversight that protects business value and delivers sustainable growth.
Corporate Governance
Active Member, Institute of Directors (IoD) & Chartered Institute of Professional Printers of Nigeria (CIPPON).
Core Competencies
Group Strategy & Governance
Group-level governance, strategic risk management, and board alignment across multiple subsidiaries.
Multi-Sector Executive Leadership
Proven executive track record across pharmaceutical manufacturing, commercial printing, agriculture, and HR consulting.
Financial & Capital Management
Disciplined capital allocation, revenue growth, business turnaround, and cost optimization.
Manufacturing & Regulatory Standards
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, regulatory compliance, plant modernization, and product formulation.
Supply Chain & Distribution
Pan-African and international distribution networks spanning 7 countries.
Human Capital & Transformation
Executive talent development, performance coaching, and organizational restructuring.
Corporate Portfolio
Subsidiaries & Business Holdings
Leading diversified commercial businesses through disciplined investments, operational modernization, and market growth.
Global Plus Publishing Limited open_in_new
Built from inception under her leadership into one of West Africa's largest and most technologically advanced commercial printing companies.
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Carlos Pharmaceutical Limited open_in_new
Manufacturing facility in Calabar expanding local medicine production. Led the acquisition, facility overhaul, and regulatory validation.
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Marpe Wellness Limited
Founded this consumer wellness brand, creating its flagship product, Puredent non-fluoride toothpaste.
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Globespan Trading Limited
Export and distribution company driving route-to-market strategies for Group products and international trade partners.
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- check_circle Regional distribution across Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa
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GPP Rice Limited
Large-scale rice milling and processing facility supporting local food production and agricultural supply chains.
- check_circle 120 Metric Tons per day processing capacity
- check_circle Strong wholesale distribution across Southern Nigeria
- check_circle Out-grower programs supporting local farmers and grain suppliers
Global Linkers Ltd
HR consulting firm providing executive search, workforce outsourcing, and organizational development across multiple industries.
- check_circle Executive search for C-suite and technical roles
- check_circle Industrial workforce outsourcing and management
- check_circle Organizational design and change management
Board Leadership
Active Board Roles
Board Appointments & Directorships
Prime Feed & Flour Mill
Executive Director
British Canadian University
Executive Director
Kobis Foods & Services
Executive Director
Sunfield Bakery Ltd
Executive Director
CMS Properties Ltd
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Kobis Foods Turnaround: Rebranded and expanded the quick-service restaurant chain, opening new high-traffic locations.
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Curry's Seriously: Founded and scaled a specialty bakery delivering premium cakes and confectionery to corporate clients.
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Sunfield Bakery: Expanded commercial bread production and established regional retail distribution routes.
Purpose • Values • Stewardship
Leadership, Stewardship & Social Impact
Beyond commercial success, Folasade Imoagene views leadership as a responsibility to serve others. Her career is guided by ethical governance, Christian values, and creating opportunities for the next generation.
Youth & Vocational Empowerment
Supporting youth apprenticeships and technical skills training in commercial printing, supply chain logistics, and food processing.
Executive Mentorship
Mentoring emerging women leaders and entrepreneurs to build sustainable businesses founded on integrity and strong governance.
Community Initiatives
Supporting educational scholarships, community welfare programs, and church initiatives across Nigeria.
Guiding Principle
“An enterprise is only as enduring as the integrity of its foundations and the lives transformed within its sphere of operation.”
Folasade Imoagene
Servant Leadership
Insights & Publications
Articles & Perspectives
Strategic perspectives on manufacturing, industrial development, and enterprise leadership in Africa.
Scaling Indigenous Pharma Manufacturing to Global GMP Standards
Key lessons from modernizing Carlos Pharmaceutical: facility upgrades, strict quality standards, and expanding local medicine supply.
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From Concept to Continental FMCG Distribution in 9 Months
How Marpe Wellness developed and launched Puredent toothpaste across 7 export markets in under 9 months.
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Speaking & Advisory
Keynote Topics & Speaking Engagements
Available for keynote addresses, economic summits, corporate board retreats, and executive panels.
insights
Operational Discipline & Agility in Volatile Markets
Practical strategies for business leaders to preserve margins, manage cash flow, and maintain organizational resilience during economic uncertainty.
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Building Continental Supply Chains under AfCFTA
Practical insights from establishing regional distribution and trade corridors across Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, and international markets.
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Women in Industrial & Manufacturing Leadership
Leadership insights from capital-intensive sectors: commercial printing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and large-scale agriculture.
Professional Profile
Credentials & Affiliations
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Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife
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Chief Executive Program (CEP) Alumni
Lagos Business School (LBS)
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Member, Institute of Directors (IoD)
Corporate governance practitioner
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Member, CIPPON
Chartered Institute of Professional Printers of Nigeria
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Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN)
Industrial sector member
Contact
Get in Touch
For board appointments, strategic advisory, speaking engagements, or business partnerships, please get in touch below.
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Office Address
3 Adebayo Akande Street, Oregun, Lagos, Nigeria
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Email Address
folasade@globalplusonline.com
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Phone Number
+234 (1) 280 5000 • Office of the Group Managing Director
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