Temitope Adubi

Temitope Adubi, Founder of Kilali Cosmetics

Temitope Adubi is a Nigerian-born entrepreneur who founded Kilali Cosmetics, a beauty brand that uses indigenous ingredients from West Africa to create high-quality skincare products.12 She has a passion for local products that accentuate natural beauty and tell the story of the hidden gems of the African continent.1

Some key insights from Adubi on starting a business:

• Resilience is crucial. You will hear a lot of NOs, but you have to keep going.1
• As a small business owner, you wear many hats and are responsible for every decision pertaining to your business.1
• The rewards of entrepreneurship can make the challenges worthwhile when you see the impact your business is making.1

Adubi has over eight years of experience in the digital space and is skilled in areas like marketing communications, digital strategy, advertising, digital marketing, and social media.4 She is also part of the founding team that launched the #cmmthefutureisfemale program.35