Onyinye Gift Ejike is the visionary founder and Creative Event Director of The Velvet Expression Event Company, a premier event planning and management firm with offices in Nigeria and the USA.

Since founding the company in 2015, Onyinye has been at the forefront of crafting exceptional event experiences, leveraging her expertise in event management, decoration, advertising, project management, and consulting.

A graduate of Accounting from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), certified Scrum and Agile coach , Onyinye has built a diverse career spanning the financial sector, consulting, and event planning. Her strategic acumen and creativity have positioned The Velvet Expression as a market leader in the industry. She is responsible for setting the overall direction and business strategy of the company, ensuring it remains innovative and adaptable to changing market dynamics.

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Onyinye authored Metamorphosis: Analyzing the Event Industry During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic, a compelling book that explores the impact of the crisis on businesses and the valuable lessons learned. Her insights have made her a sought-after thought leader, with regular features in local and international media, where she shares her expertise on event planning, industry trends, and business sustainability.

Beyond events, Onyinye is also the co-founder of a management consulting firm, which she runs with her husband. The firm specializes in helping organizations and individuals scale their businesses, optimize operations, and navigate challenges in today’s competitive market.

With her entrepreneurial spirit, industry expertise, and commitment to excellence, Onyinye Gift Ejike continues to shape the event planning landscape while empowering businesses to achieve sustainable growth.