By Sunday Ani
Eastside Ventures, a firm dedicated to economic growth in the Southeast, has restated its commitment to unlock the full potential of the Igbo communities. The firm also pledged to create opportunities that empower individuals, uplift communities, and drive positive change in the region.
This was announced in a statement announcing the appointment of Chinny Okoye as its inaugural Group Chief Executive Officer. According to the statement, Okoye has demonstrated her ability to drive meaningful change and address systemic inequalities through transformative initiatives and advocacy efforts.
“We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in the journey of Eastside Ventures as we appoint Chinny Okoye as our inaugural Group CEO, effective May 1, 2024. This appointment marks a pivotal moment as we embark on our next phase of growth, visibility, and impact in the Southeast of Nigeria and beyond,” the statement read.
Eastside Ventures is a dynamic conglomerate dedicated to propelling the Southeast of Nigeria forward through strategic investments in key sectors, including technology, media, real estate, and agriculture. Its mission is to cultivate a sustainable ecosystem that fosters the advancement of the Igbo community while highlighting the region’s potential on a global scale.
Strategic subsidiaries include Voice of the East Media, KEDU APP, Tech City Africa, Oganiru Homes, and Ohanaeze Land, all playing integral roles in achieving this vision.
Chinny Okoye brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to advancing the Igbo community. Her academic background, including a diploma in Political Science and her studies in Public Policy and Philosophy at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, where she also took courses in International Relations and Women’s Studies, equipped her with a diverse skill set and a deep understanding of societal issues.
Her leadership at the Women International underscores her commitment to empowering marginalised communities, including women and girls. Through transformative initiatives and advocacy efforts, she has demonstrated her ability to drive meaningful change and address systemic inequalities.
Her pivotal role in shaping national discourse through the development of a comprehensive gender equality policy document, utilised in a Nigerian presidential bid, underscores her ability to effect meaningful change at a societal level.
With expertise in advocacy, public policy, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning, Chinny is poised to guide Eastside Ventures towards its vision of creating a dynamic ecosystem that drives economic prosperity and social impact in the Southeast region and beyond.
“Chinny’s expertise in crafting marketing strategy plans has left a notable mark in the industry. As the founder of W Agency, she has spearheaded the development of innovative marketing strategies for esteemed clients across diverse sectors, including oil and gas, publications, telecommunications, construction, lifestyle, and more. Her clientele includes prominent organisations, such as the PCSR arm for Sahara Group, Kaiser Construction, among others,” the statement continued.
“Chinny’s strategic acumen at W Agency will seamlessly complement Eastside Ventures, driving forward-thinking initiatives and magnifying the impact of our ventures on both local and global stages.”
As CEO, Chinny will focus on fostering meaningful relationships with stakeholders, investors, and partners to propel the ventures to new heights. She is committed to collaborating with individuals and organisations who share Eastside Ventures’ vision of unlocking the full potential of the Igbo community and are eager to invest in initiatives that align with its mission.
“Under Chinny’s leadership, we are excited to unveil a series of strategic initiatives aimed at catalysing growth, innovation, and economic development in the Southeast. Her visionary plans and strategic insights will guide us as we strive to create a thriving ecosystem that nurtures talent, fosters entrepreneurship, and drives sustainable progress,” the statement concluded.
Okoye’s appointment underscores Eastside Ventures’ commitment to creating opportunities that empower individuals, uplift communities, and drive positive change in the region.