Tolulope Tunde-Ajiboye is a speaker, purpose coach, author, and transformational leader passionate about helping people live intentionally, lead boldly, and make their lives count. With over 17 years of experience in banking and leadership, she brings a blend of corporate intelligence, spiritual depth, and everyday wisdom to every room she walks into. She is the founder of Blooming Amazons Ministry (BLAM), a platform that has impacted lives through conferences, mentoring, and intimate gatherings rooted in authenticity, purpose, and personal growth. A vocal advocate for women, Tunde-Ajiboye is also author of multiple life-shaping books that explore themes of courage, transformation, growth, faith, and identity. Her words have become lifelines for many navigating purpose, pain, and personal evolution. She holds a BSc in Computer Science from the University of Ilorin, an MBA from Ahmadu Bello University, and an MSc in International Business from the University of East London. She is also a graduate of Rhema Bible Training Center, Abuja, with numerous certifications in leadership, finance, and project management. Alongside her 9–5, Tolulope is the founder and creative force behind The 2705 Events Company. In this interview, she speaks on her passion for making impact.

Your career spans speaking, coaching, writing, and leadership a very diverse portfolio. How did this journey begin, and what drove you to expand across these different fields?

My journey wasn’t something I plotted in advance. I didn’t have a master blueprint for becoming a multi-dimensional professional. Everything unfolded organically, and honestly, it was more about obedience than ambition. I simply responded to the call-in front of me at each stage. When I was invited to speak, I showed up with a full heart. When I needed to write, I poured what I had onto the page. When women reached out for guidance, I leaned into coaching. And when leadership became necessary, I stepped up without waiting for validation. Each expression was a response to a need I couldn’t ignore, and over time I began to see that my voice was not limited to one form. It could carry truth in a room full of executives or on the pages of a book. It could bring healing, clarity, strength, or strategy. I don’t separate my callings because they all serve the same purpose. Whether I’m on a stage, behind a desk, or holding space for someone in transition, I’m simply doing the work of building people and calling them into alignment with who they truly are. That’s the assignment that runs through it all.

Tell us about the inspiration behind BLAM. What impact has it had since its inception, and how has it evolved?

BLAM, which stands for Blooming Amazons, started from a place of deep conviction. I had witnessed too many women silencing their brilliance to survive environments that weren’t built to hold their fullness. There was this recurring theme of women choosing between being powerful and being accepted, between being anointed and being ambitious, as though they couldn’t be both. I wanted to create a space where women didn’t have to choose. A space where they could breathe, bloom, and believe again. What started as a circle of honest conversations quickly became a full-blown movement. We’ve evolved from private mentorship sessions and gatherings to public activations, community outreaches, and youth-focused engagements. One of the more recent examples is our collaboration with LightOut Movement in secondary schools, where we’re shaping young minds and redefining what faith-filled leadership looks like early on. BLAM is no longer just a platform. It’s a mindset, a movement, and a mantle. It is growing into a legacy that teaches women how to live audaciously and love their identity without apology.

In what ways have you used your platform to amplify women’s voices across different sectors?

I believe that visibility is one of the most powerful gifts you can offer someone, especially in a world that often overlooks quiet excellence. I am intentional about using every opportunity I have to spotlight women who are doing meaningful work, especially those who aren’t yet on the radar. Whether I’m hosting an event, curating a panel, writing a book, or contributing to policy conversations in my professional environment, I make it a point to bring other women along. My goal is not just representation, it’s participation. It’s not enough for women to be in the room. They must be equipped, empowered, and embraced. I make referrals. I open doors. I recommend women for opportunities they may never have heard of. I teach them how to pitch themselves with confidence and lead with grace. Even in my banking career, I find ways to advocate for women’s financial empowerment, leadership readiness, and business visibility. Influence, to me, is not a solo reward. It is a shared responsibility.

You’ve written many impactful books. How would you describe your unique niche as an author?

My niche as an author is the intersection of spirit and truth. I write with my heart open but also with clarity and conviction. I don’t write to impress. I write to reach. Every sentence is crafted to bring healing, provoke reflection, or stir something dormant in the reader. I combine faith, emotional intelligence, and life experience to deliver writing that is both powerful and personal. I don’t give quick fixes or cookie-cutter answers. I ask hard questions and offer hope in the same breath. My writing is layered. It carries theology, but it also carries lived truth. I’m not afraid to say what others tiptoe around, but I do it with compassion. Readers often tell me that my books feel like a friend who understands. That is my aim. I want my words to hold people in their lowest moments and also call them higher.

Academically, you hold a Computer Science degree from the University of Ilorin. Do you still practice in the field? If not, how did you transition to your current path?

I don’t practice Computer Science in the traditional sense, but I still draw heavily from the training it gave me. Studying Computer Science sharpened my mind for systems, structure, and logic. It taught me how to break complex problems down and find solutions with precision. That mindset now shows up in how I run my business, manage projects, build platforms, and lead people. The transition from Computer Science to my current path wasn’t abrupt. It was gradual and guided. As I followed the opportunities and inner nudges, I began to see that everything I had learned no matter how unrelated it seemed was equipping me for something bigger. Sometimes what you study in school gives you tools. What you do with your life gives you purpose. And in my case, both have found ways to work together.

You’ve built a robust career in Nigeria’s banking sector. What have been the key lessons and experiences that have shaped you in the industry?

Banking has been one of the greatest classrooms of my life. It taught me discipline, resilience, and strategic thinking under pressure. I’ve learned how to manage people, balance competing demands, and make high-stakes decisions without losing my values. I’ve worked with teams, handled transitions, and built trust with clients and colleagues over time. It’s shaped my leadership voice and strengthened my sense of accountability. One of the most important lessons I’ve learned is that your faith doesn’t have to take a backseat to your profession. You can bring your values into the workplace without preaching. Integrity, empathy, and wisdom speak louder than religious language. I also learned that women in corporate spaces often need more than just motivation they need strategy and advocacy. I’ve used my experience to mentor younger women in banking and help them navigate growth without compromising their essence.

Balancing your multiple professional pursuits while maintaining family time is difficult for most. How do you manage these various callings effectively?

I’ve learned to stop chasing the illusion of balance and instead embrace the rhythm of seasons. I don’t try to do everything at once. I’ve let go of the pressure to be everywhere at the same time. Now, I focus on what matters most in the moment and give it my full presence. Sometimes it’s my family. Sometimes it’s a launch. Sometimes it’s rest. And that’s okay. I also lean on systems, support, and boundaries. I plan ahead, delegate where I can, and protect sacred time. My home is not an afterthought. My marriage and children are part of my calling, not obstacles to it. I involve them, honour them, and build around them. I’ve learned that the true measure of success is not just in public applause, but in private peace. If I’m winning out there but constantly losing connection at home, I’ve missed the point.

Looking at everything you’ve built and continue to build, what legacy do you most hope to leave for the next generation?

I want my life to be a blueprint, not just a biography. I want the next generation to see that you can walk in power without losing your softness. That you can lead with conviction and still carry compassion. That you can love God deeply and still show up in rooms of influence with wisdom and clarity. I want young women especially to know that they don’t have to tone themselves down to be accepted. I hope to leave a legacy of systems, structures, and stories that build people long after I’m gone. I want to equip others to thrive, not just inspire them to dream. My legacy is about showing that wholeness is possible. That you don’t have to break yourself to build something significant. That you can bloom fully without apology. And that living in alignment with God’s purpose for your life is not just fulfilling it’s generational.