Oluwatobi Joshua Ajayi (Founder, Nord Automobiles Limited)

Oluwatobi Joshua Ajayi (Founder, Nord Automobiles Limited).

Oluwatobi Ajayi, an ingenious and discerning entrepreneur, is the founder of Nord Automobiles Limited, a pioneering Nigerian automobile brand and a premier automotive corporation in Africa.

His remarkable journey commenced at Mercedes-Benz Nigeria, where he rapidly ascended the ranks and ultimately became the Head of Vans Division. Subsequently, Oluwatobi co-founded Jetvan, an authorized dealer of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter in Nigeria.

Renowned as a trailblazer within the Nigerian Auto Industry, Oluwatobi’s visionary contributions have garnered widespread acclaim, earning him a multitude of esteemed local and international awards. His indelible impact on the automotive industry in Nigeria and Africa has cemented his position as one of the most influential figures in the field. Notably, Forbes recognized his extraordinary entrepreneurial prowess and listed him among the most promising young entrepreneurs in Africa in 2018.

Oluwatobi boasts an impressive pedigree, having attended the renowned Lagos Business School (Pan Atlantic University), where he achieved his MBA. Committed to expanding his global perspective, he successfully completed his Pan African EMBA Module at the esteemed IESE Business School in Spain. Additionally, Oluwatobi holds a B.Agric in Soil Science and Farm Mechanization from Olabisi Onabanjo University in Ogun State, underscoring his multidimensional expertise.

In recognition of his exceptional achievements, Oluwatobi proudly holds the distinguished title of AMBA&BGA MBA Entrepreneur of the Year 2021, an esteemed award that he emerged victorious in, making him the first Nigerian to attain this highly competitive honour. He is a distinguished Fellow of the Institute of Credit Administrators, further exemplifying his unwavering commitment to excellence and professional distinction.