In this engaging episode of the Women in Corporate podcast, host Olawunmi Brigue interviews Banke Ajayi, a Chief Marketing Officer for a FinTech company in the UK and a budding entrepreneur. Banke shares her inspiring journey from a curious child in Nigeria to a high-achieving professional in the UK.  Despite facing personal and professional challenges, including losing both parents at critical points in her academic career, Banke demonstrates resilience, curiosity, and unwavering faith.  Her career spans various roles in engineering, IT, and financial services before her transition into product management and her current role in marketing.  Banke also highlights the importance of learning, persistence, and spirituality in her impressive ascent. This episode is a testament to the power of optimism and determination. 
 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:07 Banker's Background and Career Overview 02:44 Childhood and Early Influences 04:44 Career Aspirations and Early Setbacks 13:24 University Challenges and Family Loss 14:18 Transition to the UK and Career Shift 21:14 Entering the IT Field 23:02 Discovering Financial Engineering 29:36 Facing Adversity with Courage 31:15 Navigating the Financial Crisis 32:51 Career Decisions and Interviews 34:49 Investment Banking Journey 37:00 Embracing Change and Learning 40:16 Starting a Business During an MBA 42:53 Digital Transformation and Career Shifts 48:38 Faith and Career Transitions 59:40 Future Aspirations and Reflections 
Olawunmi Brigue is a certified executive and transformational life coach, and the founder of Luminous membership, a Personal & Spiritual Growth Hub for faith-driven women who desire to build BOTH a highflying career and a wholesome family without sacrificing their emotional or physical wellbeing. Learn more at www.luminousmembership.com