A Multidisciplinary Visionary
Ade Olufeko is a Nigerian-American technologist, designer, and entrepreneur. Born in Minneapolis, United States, his formative years were spent in Lagos, Nigeria, specifically in Surulere. His academic journey began at Unilag Staff School and St. Gregory's College in Obalende, followed by studies in computer science with a focus on multimedia technologies at Metropolitan State University in Saint Paul.
As a self-taught digital painter and mixed-media artist, Olufeko explores themes of Africanfuturism and contemporary culture through his creative work. His artistic endeavors often intersect with technology and cultural narratives, as seen in projects such as Remember To Rise and Iyasile Naa. In 2017, he led a multidisciplinary project documenting the Sungbo's Eredo earthworks, utilizing blockchain technology for metadata preservation alongside geospatial mapping and oral history collection.
Professional and Creative Contributions
Olufeko's professional career spans technology, advisory, and the humanities. He has held roles at companies such as IBM, Adobe Systems, and Warner Music Group. As the founder of Visual Collaborative, he established a platform for interdisciplinary projects involving artists and creatives. His leadership extended to the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, where he served as the first chairman of the Creative and Entertainment Group.
His literary and design contributions include:
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De onde é Ade Olufeko?
Ade Olufeko nasceu em United States.
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Em que cidade e país Ade Olufeko nasceu?
Ade Olufeko nasceu em Minneapolis, em United States.
Onde e quando nasceu Ade Olufeko?
Ade Olufeko nasceu em Minneapolis, em 1980.
