Bank of Industry Limited
Lara Okubajo FCMA CGMA serves as the Head of Strategy & Research at Bank of Industry Limited since April 2017, overseeing the development, planning, implementation, and monitoring of corporate strategy while providing economic intelligence for strategic decision-making. Previous roles include Corporate Planning Lead at Union Bank of Nigeria Plc, where responsibilities involved translating long-term strategies into annual targets and managing investor relations, and Head of Planning & Performance Management at Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc. Lara's career includes significant financial management roles at various organizations including T-Mobile UK, Warner Music Group, and several others, with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and performance management. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with Business Studies from Middlesex University and a fellowship from The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
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Bank of Industry Limited
We're on a mission to revolutionise Nigeria's industrial sector. As the oldest, largest, and most successful DFI in the nation, we provide essential financial and advisory support for projects and enterprises of all sizes. From inception to expansion, we're here to make it happen. Innovation for Growth: We're not just a bank; we're a catalyst for growth. Our innovative strategies and solutions fuel sustained economic development across sectors such as agro-food processing, creative industries, engineering and technology, healthcare, petrochemicals, oil and gas, renewable energy, and solid minerals. With a footprint in 30 states including the FCT, we are where you need us to be. We're not just about boosting established industries; we're dedicated to nurturing emerging sectors. We collaborate across sectors and regions, working hand-in-hand with stakeholders to drive Nigeria's development. Some of our partners include: Central Bank of Nigeria French Development Agency Afrexim Bank African Development Bank Nigerian Content Monitoring Development Board Nigeria Commodities Exchange SMEDAN