Deola Art Alade is a Nigerian entrepreneur, media personality, and cultural curator. She is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Livespot360, a creative collective and entertainment company. She is known for her work in event production, brand storytelling, and for co-creating major cultural showcases in Nigeria, including Livespot X Festival. [1] [2]
Deola attended the Harvard Business School, where she completed executive education programs in business strategy, leadership, and innovation. [3]
She began her career in the Nigerian media and creative industries, working across television, events, and brand communications. In 2013, alongside her husband, Darey Art Alade, she co-founded Livespot360, a media and entertainment agency specializing in brand experiences, creative production, and digital innovation. [4] [5] [6]
Through Livespot360, Deola has overseen large-scale productions and campaigns for both local and international clients, involving in the curation of entertainment events, concerts, and festivals in Nigeria. One of these projects is the Livespot X Festival, which has hosted performances by international and Nigerian artists. [7] [8]
She is married to Nigerian singer and entertainer Darey Art Alade. Together, they collaborate on creative and entrepreneurial ventures, particularly through Livespot360. [9] [10]
In 2024, Alade was appointed chair of the 25-member voting committee for the NXT Honors, an award platform that acknowledges achievements across various fields in Africa. That same year, she was included in the Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) Class of 2024, where she was recognized among the Global Top 100 Futurists and Innovators. [11]
In 2025, Alade was named to the Recording Academy’s New Member Class, which grants her eligibility to participate in the Grammy Awards voting process. [12]
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