
Sola Adesakin
Sola Adesakin (FCA FCCA CPA MBA CFEI) is a highly respected wealth coach and chartered accountant with over two decades of transformative impact in the finance industry. As the visionary founder of Smart Stewards Financial Advisory Limited and Smart Stewards Advisory LLC, she has revolutionized the financial well-being of countless individuals and businesses across 40 countries. Her methodical approach to 'make-manage-multiply' money principles has elevated many from financial stress to prosperity, and from mediocrity to exceptional achievement.
Sola is a passionate advocate for SDG5 and SDG10, actively working to close the gender gap and reduce inequality through financial education, financial technology, and access to funding. Her dedication to these goals is evident in her involvement as an alumna of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs, an initiative of the US Embassy in Nigeria, and the Cherie Blair Foundation's Road to Growth Program. She is also an alumna of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women program and a member of the Select Global Women in Tech (SGWIT) Mentorship Network of the United States of America. Through the FRUIT Foundation, where she serves as Founder and CEO, Sola has partnered with the US Consulate in Nigeria to champion the economic empowerment of women, helping them start and scale their businesses.
Her impressive academic credentials include a BSc from Oxford Brookes University and an MBA from Edinburgh Business School. Sola is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants of the United Kingdom (ACCA), and a member of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA). In addition to these credentials, she is also a Certified Financial Education Instructor and a Member of the Personal Finance Speakers Association. Sola’s expertise and leadership have earned her numerous accolades, including being honored as one of Guardian Nigeria’s 100 most inspiring women in 2020, one of ABCD Africa's 100 most impactful voices in 2024, and one of Gabi Africa's 100 leading coaches for 2024. She is a 2024 alumna of the US Government-sponsored International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) and a Fellow of the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center's Milestone Maker Program for Fall 2024.
Sola skillfully led her investment club, one of the largest in Nigeria, to diversify and invest in various asset classes, amassing investments totaling about $8 million within just two years. She also contributes her strategic acumen as a board member of four Small and Medium Enterprises, driving growth and innovation. Her expertise in finance and business has earned her recognition from top Nigerian companies, who regard her as one of the country's finest upcoming businesswomen. Through The Smart Stewards, she has led her teams to
train for multinationals, including one of the Big 4 accounting firms and other leading financial institutions. Additionally, she serves as an Executive Coach for the MBA class at James Hope University.
Not only is Sola a thought leader and trailblazer in financial coaching, but she is also a cherished author of eight best-selling books that simplify the essence of wealth creation and management. Her work is dedicated to making money less mysterious and spreading financial wisdom globally. Her insights are regularly featured in national newspapers and leading international media outlets such as Yahoo Finance and Forbes, where she shares her extensive knowledge, making finance more accessible to a broader audience. Her admission into the Forbes Coaching Council further testifies to her relentless pursuit of leveraging global alliances and partnerships to empower people in achieving their financial goals.
With her extensive experience, academic credentials, and global partnerships, Sola is well-positioned to empower people worldwide in their pursuit of financial success. She is happily married and, from her base in Lagos, works with individuals and businesses around
the globe.