Meet Our Team

A passionate team of art lovers, technologists, and community builders dedicated to empowering African artists and celebrating African creativity.

Leadership Team

The people driving our mission forward

Adaeze Okonkwo

Adaeze Okonkwo

Founder & CEO

Visionary leader with 15+ years in African art curation and digital innovation. Adaeze founded USAIY Art Circle to bridge the gap between African artists and global collectors.

Kwame Asante

Kwame Asante

Chief Technology Officer

Tech innovator passionate about building platforms that empower African creatives. Kwame leads our engineering team in creating seamless digital experiences.

Fatima Hassan

Fatima Hassan

Head of Artist Relations

Art historian and community builder dedicated to nurturing artist talent. Fatima ensures every artist on our platform receives the support they need to thrive.

Chidi Emenike

Chidi Emenike

Chief Marketing Officer

Brand strategist with expertise in promoting African culture globally. Chidi drives our mission to make African art accessible to collectors worldwide.

Amara Diallo

Amara Diallo

Head of Auctions

Former Sotheby's specialist with deep knowledge of art valuations and auction dynamics. Amara ensures fair and transparent auction processes for all participants.

Olumide Bakare

Olumide Bakare

Community Manager

Passionate advocate for African artists with a background in social impact initiatives. Olumide fosters our vibrant community of artists and collectors.

Our Advisors

Industry experts guiding our vision

Dr. Ngozi Adichie

Dr. Ngozi Adichie

Cultural Advisor

Renowned cultural commentator and art collector advising on cultural authenticity and representation.

James Mwangi

James Mwangi

Business Advisor

Serial entrepreneur and investor supporting our growth strategy and business development.

Zanele Muholi

Zanele Muholi

Artistic Advisor

Award-winning visual artist guiding our artistic vision and curation standards.

Our Values

The principles that guide everything we do

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Artist First

Every decision we make puts the needs and success of our artists at the center.

Authenticity

We celebrate genuine African artistry and ensure cultural authenticity in all we do.

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Community

We build meaningful connections between artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts.

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Innovation

We leverage technology to create new opportunities and break down barriers.

Join Our Team

We're always looking for passionate individuals who share our mission of empowering African artists. If you want to make a difference in the African art ecosystem, we'd love to hear from you.