YAKUBU ALADEOLA AKINDELE

CEO at Thrillist

Yakubu Aladeola Akindele has extensive work experience in the finance and media industries. YAKUBU is currently the Managing Partner at Yakubu Aladeola & Associate, a position they have held since February 2017. Prior to that, they served as the CEO of Thrilliant Media Concepts from May 2014 to present. YAKUBU also worked as an Accountant at Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) and later served as the Finance Manager at PHCN from February 1984 to December 2011. In 2013, they became the Finance Manager at IKEDC/NEDC/KEPCO, holding the position until April 2014. Overall, Akindele has demonstrated strong financial and managerial expertise throughout their career.

Yakubu Aladeola Akindele has a strong education background with degrees and certifications in the fields of finance management, taxation, and accounting. YAKUBU began their education journey at Lagos State University, Ojo, where they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from 1997 to 2002. A few years later, in 2008, Yakubu completed a program at the Chartered Institute of Accountants, Nigeria, earning the designation of a Chartered Accountant. Continuing their pursuit of knowledge, they enrolled at the Institute of Taxation of Nigeria in 2011, where they received an ACIT certification in Taxation. Lastly, from 2010 to 2012, Yakubu attended Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, where they obtained an MBA in Finance Management. These educational experiences demonstrate Yakubu's dedication to developing expertise in various areas of finance and accounting.

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Lagos, Nigeria

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A digital media company that offers city guides for metro hubs like New York City, Miami and San Francisco. The company recommends restaurants, products and events via free, daily emails. Also operates JackThreads, a flash sales site for men’s clothing. CEO Lerer serves as a managing director at Lerer Ventures, a venture capital firm started by his father, Kenneth Lerer. The company has raised $15 million from Oak Investment Partners, Lerer Ventures and Pilot Group since founding.


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