The "Leading in a Mosaic World" podcast, hosted by Susan Popoola, explores the complexities of our modern, interconnected world with a rich diversity of guests.

Today’s guest is Toki Mabogunje, a distinguished business development consultant, author, and advocate for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across Africa. With a background in law and extensive experience in both the public and private sectors, she served as the 3rd female President of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). She is deeply committed to fostering economic growth, inclusion, and the empowerment of businesses. Toki is also the Vice Chair of Africa at the World Chamber Federation and a recipient of numerous awards, reflecting her impactful contributions in her field.

In this episode, Toki reflects on her journey from her early life in Nigeria to her impactful career. She shares insights from her time in the civil service, the unique challenges women face in business, and her leadership experiences. Toki also discusses her work with the Sickle Cell Foundation and her recent appointment as Honorary Consult for Tanzania, highlighting the importance of economic diplomacy and empowering small businesses.

You can find Toki’s latest book, This Is Not a Discoteke: Vignettes from the Life of a Young Lawyer, here. And the poetry book she co-wrote with her son, here.

To learn more about the Nigerian Sickle Cell Foundation mentioned in the episode, visit their official website. You can also connect with the host, Susan Popoola, the CEO of Mosaic Fusions, a specialist in human value optimisation. You can learn more about her work on her Mosaic Fusions website, LinkedIn, and publications on Mosaic Gold Ltd.

This series of the podcast was produced by Rafiat Akinwande.

Keywords: Business Development, Africa, Women in business, Lagos Chamber of Commerce, Business, Sickle cell disease, Mentorship, Entrepreneurship, Economic diplomacy, Leadership, Mosaic World, Human Value Optimisation.