Board of Directors

Ibukun Orefuja, known as IBK, is an entrepreneur, I.T. Systems Analyst, web developer, and the Founder and CEO of Black Business Edmonton (BBE). He established BBE to help Black-owned and diverse businesses gain visibility, access resources, and build relationships that support their growth.

Through BBE’s business directory, partnerships, educational programs, and signature events, including the BBE Trade Show and Voices & Ventures, IBK brings entrepreneurship, culture, and connection together. His work creates opportunities for business owners to showcase their products and services, share knowledge, and connect with customers and potential collaborators.

IBK also operates Honey Technologies, helping businesses and organizations strengthen their digital presence through website development and technical support. He serves on the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Policy Committee and the City of Edmonton Procurement Advisory Committee, contributing perspectives on small business needs and inclusive access to opportunities.

A passionate advocate for mental health, IBK encourages open conversations about well-being alongside the demands of entrepreneurship. His approach is grounded in lived experience, practical support, and a belief that businesses thrive when people have access to the right connections and opportunities.

Konsoler Mandah is a nursing student and community leader passionate about youth empowerment, cultural connection, and entrepreneurship. As Secretary and Board Member of Black Business Edmonton (BBE), she brings strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, alongside a commitment to helping local businesses and communities thrive.

Konsoler also serves as Vice President of Social for the Cameroonian Youth Association of Edmonton, where she helps create opportunities for young people to connect, celebrate their culture, and build meaningful relationships. Her academic and leadership experiences continue to shape her collaborative approach to problem-solving and community engagement.

She believes entrepreneurship can empower individuals, encourage innovation, and strengthen the local economy. Through her work with BBE, Konsoler is committed to supporting emerging entrepreneurs, celebrating local talent, and helping build an Edmonton where diverse ideas and businesses can flourish.

Opeyemi Olofintila is an information technology professional with expertise in server administration, disaster recovery, cybersecurity, IT risk management, and cloud infrastructure. His technical background spans Microsoft Azure architecture, Microsoft 365 administration, Microsoft Intune, and Azure Virtual Desktop. He holds the Azure Solutions Architect Expert and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) credentials.

As a board member of Black Business Edmonton, Opeyemi brings a technology and risk management perspective to the organization’s governance and strategic planning. His expertise supports BBE’s work to strengthen organizational capacity and help Black-owned and diverse businesses navigate an increasingly digital business environment.

Through his role, Opeyemi contributes to BBE’s mission of connecting entrepreneurs with resources, partnerships, and opportunities that support business growth and a thriving local economy.

Sophia is an entrepreneur and strategic business professional with expertise spanning cloud computing, business transformation, project management, and corporate governance. With an MBA and PMP certification, she brings a strong combination of strategic thinking and operational leadership.

She is the cofounder of Simpler, a digital platform that empowers small businesses to scale, and the founder of The Visible Foundation, a multicultural organization focused on women’s visibility and confidence.

As a Board Member of Black Business Edmonton, Sophia is passionate about advancing Black entrepreneurship and strengthening business ecosystems.