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Odunayo Akindote

PMP, CBE, CSM

A Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Blockchain Expert (CBE), and Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Odunayo brings extensive experience in delivering complex blockchain, tokenomics, and Information Technology projects across fintech, healthcare, and other industries.

As an Agile Project Lead, she has successfully guided cross-functional teams to execute blockchain-driven and IT solutions, leveraging frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe to deliver innovative, secure, and scalable results. Her deep expertise in blockchain technologies, tokenomics, smart contracts, and cryptography enables her to bridge technical execution with business strategy effectively.

With a proven track record at organizations such as Vella Finance, Primera Finance Group, and Tuesday Health LLC, Odunayo has optimized workflows, improved product delivery timelines, and enhanced client satisfaction. Her ability to navigate the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) while managing stakeholder expectations ensures successful project outcomes.

Odunayo’s leadership style emphasizes collaboration, coaching Agile teams, and driving process improvements. Her strategic approach to risk management, stakeholder engagement, and project planning makes her a pivotal contributor to the success of complex IT and blockchain initiatives.

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Key Achievements

Primera Africa Finance Group

Odunayo worked as I.T project manager at Primera Africa Finance Group and quickly got promoted to Senior I.T project manager role due to her exceptional delivery.

As Senior IT Project Manager at Primera Africa Finance Group, Odunayo Akindote delivered outstanding results that boosted the company’s efficiency and influence in fintech.

Her leadership improved project delivery times by 30%, enabling quicker market launches and increasing Primera’s competitive edge. Project success rates rose by 25%, elevating client satisfaction and reliability, while her implementation of agile practices increased team productivity by 20%.

Odunayo’s cost management efforts reduced project expenses by 15%, allowing for reinvestment into innovation.

Additionally, her promotion of cross-department collaboration strengthened Primera’s reputation, setting industry standards in efficiency and execution within fintech.

At Vella Finance, Odunayo Akindote’s leadership as a Senior Blockchain Project Manager drove a 30% improvement in productivity across blockchain-based financial solutions.

Her strategic oversight in design, development, and deployment advanced Vella’s technical roadmap, contributing to a 25% increase in operational efficiency within the product ecosystem.

Her consistently high performance, exceeding targets by over 20%, earned her a promotion to Head of Blockchain Projects. Her contributions  established Vella Finance as a leader in blockchain innovation in the fintech sector.

Education

Master of Science: Information Technology Project Management

Bachelor of Arts: International Studies and relations, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State Nigeria.

Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP), Project management institute

Certified Blockchain Expert (CBE), Blockchain Council

Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Scrum Alliance

SAFe 6.0 Scrum Master (SSM), Scaled Agile

AWS Cloud Practitioner, AWS

Professional Membership

Project Management Institute

Scrum Alliance

Scaled Agile Inc

Fellowship of the Institute of Management Consultant (FIMC)

Blockchain Council Professional Member

Institute of Management Consultant (IMC)

Scholarly Articles

Odunayo authored 18 peered reviewed articles (7 as first author) that have been published in top journals in the field of I.T Project Management and Blockchain Technology

The articles Odunayo authored have gathered more than 504 citations

Google Scholar (334 Citations) ->

Research Gate (166 Citations) ->

Awards

Vella Finance Employee of the Year Award – 2022

African Icon of Our Generation Award – 2024

NAUS National Award of Excellence – 2024

Events

– July, 2019

Convener of the I.T Project Managers Conference, Lagos Nigeria.

– June, 2025

Delegate at the World Bank Group Youth Summit, Washington DC.

Media Features

Tech Cabal

Thisday Newspaper

Businessday NG

Guardian Newspaper

Vanguard Newspaper

Book Authored

BLOCKCHAIN BLUEPRINT: Project Management Strategies for Fintech Success. (Buy On Amazon)

Tool and technical proficiencies

Testimonials

Odunayo Akindote is a visionary leader whose expertise in blockchain technology has redefined how fintech organizations deliver value. Her ability to streamline complex processes and drive innovation is unparalleled.
Tolu Adedayo, COO, Vella Finance
Odunayo's exceptional project management skills transformed Primera Finance Group's operational efficiency. Her strategic oversight and implementation of Agile practices improved delivery times and team productivity while reducing costs. She is, without doubt, a game-changer in fintech project management.
Tosin David, Founder, Ivenco Solutions.
As a fellow member of the Blockchain Council, I have witnessed Odunayo's ability to mentor and inspire others in the tech industry. Her knowledge of blockchain and project management is extensive, and her commitment to fostering growth in her teams and the broader community is truly admirable.
Adeshina Ajayi, CEO, Digital Focus LLC
Odunayo Akindote is a visionary leader whose expertise in blockchain technology has redefined how fintech organizations deliver value. Her ability to streamline complex processes and drive innovation is unparalleled.
Tolu Adedayo, COO, Vella Finance
Odunayo's exceptional project management skills transformed Primera Finance Group's operational efficiency. Her strategic oversight and implementation of Agile practices improved delivery times and team productivity while reducing costs. She is, without doubt, a game-changer in fintech project management.
Tosin David, Founder, Ivenco Solutions.
As a fellow member of the Blockchain Council, I have witnessed Odunayo's ability to mentor and inspire others in the tech industry. Her knowledge of blockchain and project management is extensive, and her commitment to fostering growth in her teams and the broader community is truly admirable.
Adeshina Ajayi, CEO, Digital Focus LLC
Odunayo Akindote is a visionary leader whose expertise in blockchain technology has redefined how fintech organizations deliver value. Her ability to streamline complex processes and drive innovation is unparalleled.
Tolu Adedayo, COO, Vella Finance
Odunayo's exceptional project management skills transformed Primera Finance Group's operational efficiency. Her strategic oversight and implementation of Agile practices improved delivery times and team productivity while reducing costs. She is, without doubt, a game-changer in fintech project management.
Tosin David, Founder, Ivenco Solutions.
As a fellow member of the Blockchain Council, I have witnessed Odunayo's ability to mentor and inspire others in the tech industry. Her knowledge of blockchain and project management is extensive, and her commitment to fostering growth in her teams and the broader community is truly admirable.
Adeshina Ajayi, CEO, Digital Focus LLC
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