Tomi Abe
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Tomi Abe

Creative & Digital Professional in Nigeria, He/Him

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2 years ago

About

I’m Tomi, a builder at heart.

As a seasoned multidisciplinary creative, digital professional, consultant, and entrepreneur, I am driven by a relentless passion for redefining how people experience brands, interact with digital platforms, and consume information. My career, shaped by over a decade of experience at the intersection of design, strategy, and innovation, spans a range of industries, from in-house roles to agency and consulting environments.

With a deep understanding of information and creative technology, I focus on shaping, scaling, and unifying brand-led digital experiences. I have worked extensively to drive strategic growth for direct-to-consumer (D2C) and business-to-business (B2B) digital services, leading cross-functional teams across global regions to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.

In addition to my work, I elevate discussions on Africa’s sustainable development challenges and opportunities through comprehensive analyses, insightful reports, and compelling narratives. Beyond publishing, I push the boundaries of creative expression and business innovation by leveraging emerging technologies like AI in art, design, media, and technical applications.

As a speaker, trainer, and mentor, I engage with individuals, communities, and aspiring creators, offering insights and guidance to empower the next generation of professionals. If my work resonates with you, I welcome the opportunity to connect and explore how we can create something remarkable together.

Projects

2024

Developing a comprehensive data hub that monitors, analyzes, and curates sustainability metrics across Africa’s economic, environmental, and social sectors, using SDG indicators to track regional progress toward sustainable development goals.

2023

Building a reliable source of information for in-depth analysis and reports on sustainability trends in Africa, equipping key stakeholders with essential insights and resources for advancing sustainable development across the continent.

Side Projects

2023

Designed an engaging wedding celebration website to share a couple’s journey, focusing on personal storytelling through a digital platform.

2017

Making logomarks from the letters of the alphabet.

2016
Gidi Icons at Tomi Abe Design

Developed a Lagos-themed sticker and emoji pack to celebrate the city's vibrant culture, enhancing local engagement through digital media.

2016
Nigerian Buildings & Structures at Tomi Abe Design

Launched an illustration project to honor Nigerian architecture, creating iconic visuals that spotlighted culturally significant buildings.

2016

Curating innovative web designs to highlight creative digital experiences.

Speaking

2024
How to Create Attention-Grabbing Infographics for Sustainability Education Leveraging AI at African Climate Stories
Virtual
2024
AI in HR: Friend or Foe? Balancing Innovation with Ethical Considerations at FITC E3 Conference
Virtual
2024
AI Prompting Power at Lunch + AI by Loblaw Agency
Virtulal
2020
How to Adjust Your Business to the New Normal at Money Stories by Nairametrics
Virtual

Features

2024

Interview with MentorCruise for the 'Meet the Mentor' series; spotlighting outstanding mentors on their career mentorship platform.

Work Experience

2022 — Now
Virtual

Empowering individuals worldwide with tailored guidance in design skill acquisition, project execution, and career development through the mentorship network.

2023 — Now
2023 — Now
Nigeria

Building Susinsight to become the reliable source of information for in-depth analysis and reports on sustainability trends in Africa, equipping key stakeholders with essential insights and resources for advancing sustainable development across the continent.

2020 — Now
Nigeria

Driving business advancement by collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams across various sectors and regions, while applying design and innovation strategies to brand, digital, and growth-focused projects.

2023 — 2023
Norway

Led creative and technical design efforts to enhance product initiatives through collaboration with business, product, and engineering teams at the wholesale industrial supplies online marketplace.

2023 — 2023
United Kingdom

Developed and implemented growth-oriented strategies to enhance customer retention and drive revenue growth through close collaboration with the product team at the global e-translation service.

2022 — 2023
Italy

Drove creative and technical design initiatives to enhance brand and product development through collaboration with cross-functional teams at the sustainable lodging online marketplace.

2021 — 2021
United States

Contributing to a cohesive visual design language and a robust web experience, I enhanced product and marketing initiatives through collaboration with the design, product, sales, and marketing teams at a global ProcureTech company.

2020 — 2021
United States

Leading a multidisciplinary design unit, I transformed the shopping experience and advanced brand and product initiatives by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams at the wholesale electronics online marketplace.

2020 — 2020
Nigeria

Developed and delivered a virtual product design course, collaborating with the state's business manager and training coordinator at the technical training institute to enhance students' skills.

2020 — 2020
Nigeria

Spearheaded innovative design solutions for web and software projects, collaborating closely with project management, sales, and engineering teams at the IT consultancy and product development firm.

2019 — 2020
Lead Product Designer at Cashcow
Nigeria

Developing tailored investment opportunities for Nigerians, I steered creative and technical design efforts in close collaboration with the product and management team at the WealthTech startup.

2013 — 2018
Multidisciplinary Designer at Tomi Abe Design
Nigeria

Delivered creative and technical design solutions for web, product, branding, and marketing projects, collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams across diverse sectors and regions.

2015 — 2016
Lead Designer at Designhub
Nigeria

Steering the development and execution of impactful design strategies, I drove creativity and innovation in branding and digital projects in collaboration with various project teams at the creative agency.

2014 — 2014
Digital Designer at Grappleline
Nigeria

Fueling the success of high-impact digital projects, I developed and executed creative and technical design strategies, collaborating closely with dedicated project teams at the digital agency.

Volunteering

2021 — 2024
Virtual

Guided emerging designers in career development through mentorship sessions, portfolio reviews, and interview preparation, in collaboration with a global mentorship network.

2022 — 2024
Virtual

Supported nonprofits by delivering impactful design solutions tailored to unique organizational needs, contributing as part of a global community of volunteer creatives.

2023 — 2024
Virtual

Offered mentorship across career and personal growth topics, leveraging Meander’s career development platform to foster professional development for diverse individuals.

2023 — 2023
Virtual

Contributed to product design for a global faith-based organization, collaborating with a new tech team to conceptualize user-centered features for their devotional app.

2020 — 2022
Virtual

Engaged in community initiatives promoting open-source design practices, advocating for transparency, and improving user experience within open-source software.

2020 — 2021
Program Lead at Product Design Guide
Virtual

Led a private virtual program to introduce design and technology enthusiasts to fundamental digital product design principles, fostering learning in a collaborative environment.

2019 — 2019
Virtual

Supported nonprofit projects by designing and managing digital experiences, and connecting charitable causes with digital expertise through Reach Volunteering.

2018 — 2018
Virtual

Contributed to the media team of a global Christian organization, creating promotional assets that bolstered event branding and community engagement.

2015 — 2015
Student Advisor at CU iFund
Nigeria

Provided design advice to student startups within a university program supporting innovation, alternative learning paradigms, and social responsibility efforts at Covenant University.

2015 — 2015
Graphic Designer at Reach For The Stars Foundation
Nigeria

Designed program materials for a university-based initiative focused on tech and social impact, enhancing outreach efforts within the Covenant University community.

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