From Fear to Freedom: Bolanle Banwo-Osadolo on Overcoming Failure in Design | THCP Ep 12

Share your thoughts 🖤In this episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast, we sit down with Bolanle Banwo Osadolo, a powerhouse in the Nigerian design industry. As a Brand Identity Designer, Founder of Geneza Brands, and the visionary behind The Female Designer Movement (now Azari Women in Tech), Bolanle has dedicated her career to helping brands tell compelling stories while equipping women with design skills to thrive in the tech ecosystem.  From being featured on BBC Pidgin, Business Day, and Channels TV to serving as a UN Women delegate for CSW67, Bolanle’s impact is undeniable. She has provided free training to over 7,000 women, won the Tech Elle Award 2023, and is a 2024 finalist for the Bupa Everywoman in Technology Awards (Tech for Good category).00:00 - Introduction to Bolanle's Journey03:08 - Making Bold Decisions in Education06:04 - Overcoming Stereotypes in Design09:08 - Challenges Faced as a Female Designer12:10 - Finding Confidence and Purpose14:45 - The Impact of Education on Creativity17:57 - Building a Community for Women in Design21:00 - The Role of Support Systems in Success24:10 - Transitioning to Geneza School of Design28:33 - Affordable Design Education for All30:35 - Personal Insights and Fun Facts32:31 - Overcoming Shyness and Building Confidence35:47 - The Pursuit of Excellence38:41 - The Art of Storytelling in Design42:21 - Empowering Women Through Education44:20 - Continuous Self-Improvement and GrowthFollow Bolanle: 📸 Instagram: @bolanle_banwo (https://www.instagram.com/bolanle_banwo)Follow The Hungry Creative Podcast:Instagram: instagram.com/TheHungryCreativePodTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehungrycreativepodWebsite: thcp.buzzsprout.comSupport the showYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MA_DofcF9Ck&t=53s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehungrycreativepod/