Mr. Rafiu Akinpelu Olaore is the founder of the Youths Enterprise Development and Innovation Society (YEDIS), a distinguished non-governmental organization in Nigeria that is committed to empowering women and youth through entrepreneurship education and digital innovation.As an accomplished change-maker, Mr. Olaore has significantly influenced policy discussions by participating in major global forums organized by entities such as the United Nations, the World Bank Group, and the International Monetary Fund, among other esteemed international organizations.He has received notable recognition for his expertise, serving as the elected representative for the Africa Western and Central Regions on the World Bank and IMF Civil Society Policy Forum Working Group for the term 2024-2026. In 2025, he was honored by the British Council as a Finalist for the Study-UK Social Action Award in Nigeria and was also recognized as the recipient of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development 2025 Community Builder Award, in addition to the Peace Ambassador Award from the International Cities of Peace in the United States.Mr. Olaore was awarded a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Crown International University, USA, in 2024. He holds a Master of Science in Entrepreneurship and Innovation from the University of Essex, United Kingdom, an MBA from Ekiti State University, Nigeria, and a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship and Business Management from the National Open University of Nigeria. Additionally, he has earned over thirty certifications in global emerging issues from the United Nations and World Bank institutions, encompassing topics such as digital trade, environmental sustainability, government data analytics, disaster risk reduction, and climate resilience. Mr. Olaore continues to participate in global policy discussions, mentor emerging entrepreneurs, and advocate for digital rural entrepreneurship as a means to promote youth employment and economic prosperity. climate resilience. Mr. Olaore continues to participate in global policy discussions, mentor emerging entrepreneurs, and advocate for digital rural entrepreneurship as a means to promote youth employment and economic prosperity.