Wesley Ogude, a well-known Canadian business executive and entrepreneur originally from Nigeria, has been acknowledged as one of Canada’s most exceptional business leaders. He has demonstrated visionary leadership and accomplished great things in the corporate world. Ogude is the Group CEO of Springwells Group of companies, a private equity group in Canada that operates in Canada, the US, and Nigeria. He has not only led the group to success but has also helped many high-net-worth professionals achieve long-lasting wealth.
Wesley Ogude has gained over 25 years of professional experience across different industries such as investment and commercial banking, IT consulting, consumer financing, integrated logistics, and commercial real estate. He has become a respected trailblazer and leader in the community.
The broad range of skills he possesses, including expertise in Sales, Marketing, Operations, IT and systems implementation, Finance, strategic planning and Decision support, audit, Taxation and governance, Treasury, Asset negotiation, acquisition and management, entity and start-up formation, and wealth consulting, has been instrumental in his impressive achievements as a business entrepreneur.
In 2001, Wesley Ogude moved to Canada to explore better career prospects. He made an immediate impact as a Certified SAP Application Consultant, successfully implementing large Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software for several multinational organizations. His remarkable achievements in the corporate sector drew the attention of esteemed companies such as General Electric, CGI Consulting, and Purolator Inc, where he held several leadership roles.
He made history by becoming Purolator’s first black Finance Director in their 50-year history. During his tenure, he managed intricate outsourcing contracts and saved the company CAD$85 Million (N51 billion). Due to this accomplishment, he received a corporate scholarship to pursue an Executive MBA at Queen’s School of Business. He graduated with distinction in 2010. Two years later, in 2012, Wesley Ogude decided to delve into entrepreneurship, and he established start-up companies in Canada, the US, and Nigeria.
Ogude is the Group Finance Director of Canacede Group of Company, a consumer financing group. He is also the Head of Cash Treasury at Oxford Properties, which is one of Canada’s largest Real Estate companies. Additionally, Ogude serves as the Group CEO and Lead Wealth Consultant for a group of multinational companies located in Toronto. He leads a team of talented professionals who work together to acquire a growing multimillion-dollar asset portfolio for the group. Furthermore, he is the lead wealth consultant for the group’s wealth consulting company, which helps high-net-worth executives and professionals create lasting wealth.
Wesley Ogude is not only a successful professional, but also a dedicated philanthropist and mentor to many young professionals and executives in Nigeria, Canada, and the US. He has been recognized for his exceptional contributions to community service, receiving the prestigious Black History Award from the Toronto Police. His commitment to excellence is evident in his academic achievements, including a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and a second Executive MBA from Queen’s School of Business in Canada. He holds three accounting designations from Nigeria, Canada, and the USA, as well as a Chartered Banker designation from the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIB). Wesley Ogude’s remarkable contributions to the corporate world and community have earned him a spot on Canada’s list of 100 most influential black Canadians, establishing him as a visionary leader and trailblazer in the business community.
EMC Int. Conference,
Wesley Ogude, a committed advocate for empowering others and fostering growth, is teaming up with Springwells Consulting and Management Services Limited and its affiliate company in Nigeria, EMC International, to co-host the EMC Int. Conference. This exclusive event is designed to equip seasoned professionals at the senior management or executive level in the fields of oil and gas, banking, IT, or telecommunications with strategic insights to seize new opportunities and elevate their careers in Canada. The EMC Int. Conference will take place in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt on September 12th-13th, 15th-16th, and 19th-20th, 2023 respectively, and promises to be a game-changer for ambitious professionals seeking to flourish in the top-tier executive landscape of Canada. Attendees will gain access to an uncommon road map to wealth creation, with strategic partners in Canada ready to support their aspirations and success in a new home. Wesley Ogude’s remarkable journey from Nigeria to becoming a prominent business leader in Canada continues to inspire and make a lasting impact in the corporate world and beyond. His visionary achievements, combined with his dedication to mentorship and community, set a powerful example for others to follow.
Wesley Ogude, in partnership with Springwells Consulting and Management Services Limited, invites experienced professionals to explore new opportunities. The EMC Int. Conference offers a two-day event packed with valuable insights, empowering ambitious individuals to excel in Canada’s executive industry. Get ready for an enlightening experience!
For more information and registration, seize the unprecedented opportunity to embark on a journey of success and prosperity. Your path to excellence awaits.
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