ITA Personalities

Funmi Olayinka
Funmi Olayinka is a servant leader, and a John Maxwell Leadership Certified Speaker, Coach, and Trainer, dedicated to inspiring and empowering purpose-driven individuals to break barriers and step into their fullest potential.
With a background in Agricultural Economics and a career as a seasoned Registered Nurse specializing in Intensive and Cardiovascular Care, Funmi blends expertise in both physical and emotional well-being.
As a Mental Health Coach and a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), she is deeply committed to helping individuals cultivate wholeness—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. She believes that true success is measured not just by personal achievements but by the impact we create within our communities.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Funmi is passionate about empowering women in leadership. She is the visionary leader of The Gem Women Community, a dynamic network of women committed to faith, purpose, and influence. Through this platform, she inspires women to embrace wholesome faith, personal greatness, and impactful leadership. She is also the author of Unstoppable: Life Secrets to a New You, a transformational guide to self-discovery and breakthrough living.
Expanding her reach, Funmi hosts The Inspire Circle on her YouTube channel, a platform dedicated to faith, leadership, and personal development. Through workshops, speaking engagements, and one-on-one coaching, she equips individuals with the confidence, resilience, and authenticity needed to thrive in leadership and life.
Alongside her husband, Funmi ministers at Lighthouse Church in London, Ontario. In her free time, she enjoys reading, dancing, and creating cherished moments with her beautiful family.

Adeola Adebisi
Adeola Adebisi is a seasoned commercial real estate professional with a proven track record in acquisition, development, and portfolio management. She has successfully led multimillion-dollar real estate deals, optimizing market strategies and helping clients build high-value portfolios. As a trusted investment advisor and mentor, she empowers investors with strategic insights, guiding them in making data-driven decisions to maximize returns and mitigate risks. Her strong analytical skills and strategic approach have played a key role in driving successful real estate ventures. Adeola’s leadership, market insight, and commitment to mentoring investors continue to shape the commercial real estate landscape.

Adebola Olabode
Adebola Olabode, a dedicated mentor, speaker, and author with a passion for empowering individuals and strengthening families. She serves as the Pioneer and Chairman of The Rebirth Initiative, where she spearheads remarkable programs focused on personal growth, spiritual renewal, and leadership development. Deeply committed to guiding youths, young adults, and newly married couples through mentorship, teaching, and coaching. Her love for God and desire to build strong, faith-driven homes are at the core of her ministry.
Beyond mentorship, Adebola is a passionate advocate for Godly homes and intentional parenting. Her book, Untold Chapters: A recounted odyssey from the fifth floor; delves into the hidden struggles of life, offering hope and inspiration to those seeking healing and direction. Her influence extends beyond borders, as she continues to impact lives through conferences, workshops, and faith-driven initiatives.
She is on the board of some organizations like the Rebirth Initiative and RCCG Restoration House Montreal where she shares her ideas on improving these organizations.

Tye Threats
Tye is a corporate speaker, consultant and mentor with a message of resilience and empowerment to excel through life’s situations. Her motto is “You can do it!”
Delivering messages around strategic empowerment for any areas in life, Tye has an extraordinary passion for uplifting and empowering women on how to grow their
careers and make a mark in the world. Tye has spent 22 years progressing the ranks in the financial services sector of F500 companies. She has documented success
in delivering innovative strategies and solutions while streamlining business processes that impact the companies bottom line. Seen as a thought leader in her industry and now CEO of her own Consulting Group. Tye thrives on helping others, paying it forward and value learning through shared experiences.

Sandra Mbeyi
Sandra Mbeyi is a faith-filled powerhouse, a woman anointed to speak truth with grace and lead with unwavering conviction. She is the founder of Coach Next Door, a relationship and life coaching ministry equipping women to walk in wholeness, purpose, and godly alignment. As a cherished wife and mother, Sandra lives out what she teaches — balancing the demands of home, calling, and purpose with spiritual intentionality.
A three-time author, Sandra shares her story with raw honesty and deep wisdom, offering hope to women navigating pain, transition, and the pursuit of destiny. From surviving hyperemesis gravidarum to launching multiple books and brands, her life is a living testimony of God’s sustaining grace.
Sandra’s voice is one that speaks to the soul. Whether coaching, writing, or ministering, she helps others find clarity, confidence, and Christ at the center of it all.
At this event, she brings her full self — the woman, the wife, the mother, the coach — to unpack what it truly means to balance spirituality, family, and career without losing yourself in the process.