Amb. Dr. Adenike Akinyemi is a distinguished event designer, entrepreneur, and African Union Ambassador, with over 14 years of excellence in the events and creative industry. She is the Founder and Creative Director of Kolony Events and Designs, a leading Lagos-based company specializing in premium event planning, décor, and rentals. She’s often referred to as the “Queen of Event Decor” due to her exceptional skills in creating unique and seamless designs, particularly with flowers.

As an Ambassador with the African Union, she actively champions initiatives that empower women, youth, and creative entrepreneurs across Africa. Her work extends beyond events into capacity building, where she runs the annual DecoMastery Upgrade Class, training and mentoring emerging decorators.

Dr. Akinyemi is reflecting her passion for design, storytelling, and African innovation. A sought-after speaker, she shares insights on costing, negotiation, and building sustainable businesses, inspiring entrepreneurs to create ventures that reflect their true worth.

Kolony Events and Designs offers a wide range of services, including event planning, decoration, event management, consultation, and training. They also provide decor rentals, bespoke wedding and party dresses, and training for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Dr. Akinyemi, her success can be attributed to her hard work, originality, doggedness, knowledge, and teamwork. She’s also leveraged social media to showcase her products and services, particularly on Instagram (@kolonyevents).

Dr. Akinyemi’s passion for flowers and design is evident in her work. She’s known for creating perfect color balances and seamless designs that make events memorable. She advises entrepreneurs to be faithful and committed to their work, pursue excellence, and leverage social media for visibility. She also emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and putting in one’s best effort.

Dr. Adenike Akinyemi and Kolony Events and Designs have established themselves as a premier choice for events in Nigeria, known for their creativity, attention to detail, and dedication to making each event unique and memorable.