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Kaduna Business School

Dr. Munirat Antoinette Lecky

Dr. Munirat Antoinette Lecky

Business Operations, Leadership & Governance

Background

Dr. Munirat Antoinette Lecky is a dynamic Nigerian-American educator, entrepreneur, and advocate for social impact with a robust background in business operations, executive education, and governance. A staunch proponent of women’s empowerment and education, she has excelled in designing and implementing transformative initiatives that drive organizational success and societal change.

With a career spanning diverse industries, Dr. Lecky has proven expertise in creating innovative educational programs, leading strategic operational frameworks, and advancing advocacy efforts to address critical social issues. As an entrepreneur, she has successfully managed ventures that blend business acumen with community-focused outcomes.

Areas of Expertise

  • Educational Innovation: Designing impactful learning programs and curricula tailored to diverse audiences.
  • Entrepreneurship: Leading ventures with a focus on strategic growth and market differentiation.
  • Business Operations: Streamlining processes to drive organizational efficiency and sustainability.
  • Leadership and Governance: Building inclusive leadership structures to foster collaboration and innovation.
  • Social Advocacy: Developing initiatives that empower marginalized communities and advance societal equity.

Education

  • Doctorate of Business Administration (Honorary), 2018
    Recognized for outstanding contributions to business and social impact.
  • Master of Sport Business Management, University of Central Florida, 2013
  • Master of Business Administration, University of Central Florida, 2012
  • Bachelor of Arts in Exercise and Sport Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2011

Honors and Awards

  • BTDT Hub Education Advocacy Award, 2018.
  • Doctorate of Business Administration (Honorary), 2018.
  • Nigerian Meritorious Award for Excellence in Sport, 2016.

Key Publications and Presentations

  • Co-author: National Basketball Association (NBA) Racial and Gender Report Card (2012).

Global Engagements

  • Collaborator: United for Global Mental Health Campaign Initiative, 2019.
  • Presenter: World Health Assembly Launch Event, 2019.

Professional Experience

Creative Director, Weldios University

  • Spearheaded the development of innovative educational programs, aligning them with global standards to enhance institutional impact.
  • Strengthened the university’s strategic initiatives through targeted leadership and operational reforms.

Head of Operations, Continental Basketball League

  • Directed operational strategies for Nigeria’s pioneering private basketball league, achieving measurable growth in engagement and organizational effectiveness.
  • Oversaw process optimization to ensure seamless execution of league events and partnerships.

Program Manager, Kunle Afolayan Productions Film and Television Academy

  • Managed daily operations to ensure alignment with industry standards and effective delivery of educational content.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.

Entrepreneurship Ventures

  • Anto Lecky X Taries Hair Builder: Co-founded a luxury haircare line with a focus on product innovation and market expansion.
  • Room 22 Agency: Co-founder of a management and marketing consulting firm delivering strategic business solutions.
  • O’Compatriots Lifestyle Co.: Co-founder of a gifting and branding outlet catering to corporate and personal needs.

Key Social Impact Initiatives

Founder, The Live Wire Project

  • Established a platform to promote education and empowerment for girls in Edo State, addressing critical issues such as gender-based violence and sex trafficking.

Project Lead for Arts and Special Projects, ElectHER

  • Spearheaded initiatives to enhance women’s political representation, leveraging creative approaches to advocacy and community engagement.

Civic Engagement

  • Served as an INEC Youth Ambassador, promoting voter registration and electoral participation among young Nigerians.
  • Led the “Arise N Vote” campaign, mobilizing influencers to encourage voter registration nationwide.
  • Co-hosted a podcast series to spotlight public office candidates in Lagos State, fostering informed civic participation.