Omon Odike, BL, MCIPM, FAOPN, MCIoD

I am the CEO & Principal Consultant of U-Connect, a trailblazing Human Resource company in Nigeria, the visionary Founder of Gr8jobsng, Africa’s pioneering HR Recruitment platform, and the Host of Omon's Couch, Africa's foremost business and career talkshow. With over 20 years of experience spanning Legal Practice to HR Consulting, I am passionate about driving innovation and empowering individuals in their careers. At U-Connect, I have spearheaded the introduction of innovative solutions in Recruitment, Outsourcing, Training & Development, Verification & Background Checks, and Quality Management Strategies. Our relentless pursuit of excellence has positioned U-Connect as a market leader, achieving a remarkable annual growth rate of over 500% since 2007. Our dedication was recognized when U-Connect was honored as one of the 50 fastest-growing private firms in Nigeria by Allworld Network USA, Harvard Business School, and the Tony Elumelu Foundation. I have successfully managed the recruitment, outsourcing, selection, and training of over 20,000 employees across diverse industries including Telecoms, Banking, FMCG, Oil & Gas, Insurance, Biotech, Argriculture, Manufacturing, Distribution, HMO, and ISP sectors. My certifications in Quality Management (ISO 9001-2000) and extensive industry experience enable me to deliver tailored solutions that drive organizational success. As a dedicated professional, I am affiliated with esteemed organizations including the Nigerian Bar Association, Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM), and Chartered Institute of Directors (CIOD). Additionally, I am a Fellow of the Association of Outsourcing Practitioners and an alumna of Lagos Business School (LBS). In June 2024, I was accepted into the @forbes_councils (Forbes Business Council), this is an invitation-only community for successful business owners and leaders worldwide. My vision is to propel U-Connect into one of the leading HR consulting firms in Sub-Saharan Africa and globally.With a focus on professionalism, integrity, and client-centricity, I lead a team of highly skilled HR consultants and leverage strategic partnerships with global firms across the United States, Europe, India, and South Africa to deliver exceptional value to our clients. Let's Connect and explore opportunities for collaboration and growth!