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Abimbola Pariola is a multifaceted leader specializing in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy, property development, and leadership development. With over 15 years of experience, Abimbola has designed and implemented inclusive frameworks across real estate, education, and corporate sectors while leading complex property projects to successful completion.
As Global Development Director at Nova Pioneer School Group, Abimbola oversees property strategy and DEI initiatives across multiple sites, managing a portfolio of projects valued at ~$15 million. She established an organization-wide DEI roadmap that improves representation, internal mobility, and succession planning, supported by a 5-year DEI dashboard for senior leadership. Abimbola also rolled out training on DEI best practices, embedding inclusivity into the organizational culture.
In property development, Abimbola is known for delivering projects on time and achieving cost savings of 3-5% through rigorous feasibility studies and value engineering. Her accomplishments include creating a “Property Playbook” to guide organization’s growth plan, and she has partnered to secure ~$20 million in capital for future expansion. Previously, at Investec Bank, she led commercial property developments totaling USD 55 million, consistently achieving savings and incorporating bespoke income-generating features.
Abimbola’s educational background includes an MBA in Strategy from Tel Aviv University, DEI certification from George Brown College, and finance leadership training from Harvard Business School. She is also a Certified Manager of Commercial Properties and holds advanced degrees in architecture. An advocate for women’s leadership, she launched “Lipstick Leadership” at LYT Architecture, a mentorship program for women in architecture, and has a strong commitment to coaching and mentoring emerging leaders. Her leadership fellowships from the African Leadership Institute and Oxford’s Said Business School further underscore her dedication to transformative leadership and equity-driven growth.
Abimbola combines strategic DEI leadership, property expertise, and a commitment to inclusive, sustainable development, helping organizations drive meaningful change and achieve measurable impact.