Expertise

Olugbeminiyi Idowu is a a technology PR and communications specialist, with 13 years of experience in leading and delivering successful media campaigns for a wide range of companies - from established global players to Africa-focused start-ups.  His expertise of topics include:

• Tips for effective communications in Africa’s dynamic business landscape
• Leveraging data for effective business storytelling
• Beyond funding announcements – the full story of African innovation
• A review of Africa’s emerging innovation narrative

Biography

Olugbeminiyi Idowu is the founder and managing director of Talking Drum Communications, a public relations and communications consultancy that supports companies innovating in Africa to shape perceptions and get more effective publicity for the work they are doing. He has extensive experience in leading and delivering successful media campaigns and projects. He has graduated in Journalism and Creative Writing at the Kingston University.