17/09/2025
CITY SCOPE AFRICA WCW:
Deola Art Alade is a powerhouse in Africa’s creative and entertainment ecosystem, a visionary leader, cultural innovator, and serial entrepreneur whose career spans over two decades of bold ex*****on, original thinking, and transformational impact.
As the Group CEO of Livespot360, Deola has delivered immersive experiences, groundbreaking productions, and bold brand storytelling across music, film & TV, media, and tech. She has expertly bridged international companies with authentic African content and experiences, managing high-profile launches such as Black Panther and Fenty Beauty in Lagos.
Under her leadership, Livespot360 has pioneered landmark projects including Entertainment Week Africa (EWA), Livespot X Festival, Love Like a Movie, Born in Africa Festival (BAFEST), and LABSPOT Creative Skills & Enterprise Development.
Beyond her corporate success, Deola is passionate about mentorship and empowerment, especially for women in Africa’s entertainment industry. Known for her sharp eye on trends and deep understanding of consumer behaviour, she continues to shape the future of Africa’s creative landscape while creating space for new voices to rise.
Her impressive portfolio spans global partnerships with Amazon, Netflix, Meta, Heineken, Multichoice, Disney, NBC Universal, the Gates Foundation, Global Citizens, Pepsi, Prime Video, NBA, Adidas, and Microsoft. She has also served as Executive Producer for top-tier productions including Real Housewives of Lagos, The Voice Nigeria Season 3, and Amazon’s LOL Naija.
A Harvard Business School alumna, Deola’s entrepreneurial spirit, adaptability, and visionary leadership style continue to drive innovation and growth across every project she leads. Her contributions have earned her recognition for innovation, brand leadership, and production excellence, solidifying her place as a trailblazer and culture-shaper in Africa’s creative economy.
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