Ola Solanke

Ola Solanke is a dedicated advocate for human development and resource enrichment, actively involved in efforts to revitalize the City of Chester, Delaware County.

With a strong passion for community activism, Ola drives art collective initiatives in the Greater Philadelphia area, fostering connections among artists and providing resources for artistic exploration and production.

Ola Solanke has a remarkable track record of achievements, including receiving a prestigious RACP Grant of $1,000,000 to attract Tech Start-ups to Chester in December 2020.

Graduating from the Goldman Sachs 10KSB program's first cohort in Philadelphia in 2013, Ola has continually been recognized for contributions to the arts and community development, receiving awards such as the Philadelphia Creative Connector in 2011.

Having served in significant roles such as Executive Vice President and Communication Chair of the Francisville Neighborhood Development Corporation, Ola is actively involved in driving positive change within communities.

Ola Solanke's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Risk Management Insurance and Human Resource Administration from Temple University's Fox School of Business and Management.

Having held roles such as Underwriting Compliance Analyst, Executive Director, and Senior Premium Auditor at various organizations, Ola possesses a wealth of experience in risk management, insurance, and compliance.

Ola's leadership and dedication have been instrumental in the success of initiatives to transform neighborhoods, connect artists, and promote community development in the Greater Philadelphia region.