Omolola Fashesin is a Principal with the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB). In this role, she helps to shape the future of sustainability standards through technical research, market outreach, educational and awareness building activities.

In her previous role as Head of Sustainability at Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC, Omolola was pivotal in crafting and executing the company’s sustainability strategy. She supported the development of environmentally and socially responsible business practices across the organization’s wide-ranging services, including Banking, Stock Broking, Investment Advisory, Asset Management, Pension Funds Management, Trustees, and Insurance Brokerage. Her commitment to reducing the company’s environmental impact was evident through initiatives aimed at energy conservation, paper reduction, and waste recycling. Moreover, she was instrumental in creating programs that bolstered female entrepreneurship and financial literacy.

Omolola holds a CPA designation and received her MBA from the Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester, United Kingdom. She is a Fundamentals of Sustainability Accounting (FSA) credential holder and has completed the Certificate in Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR™) program offered by the Global Association of Risk Professionals.

Through her expertise and dedication, Omolola continues to be a driving force in shaping a more environmentally conscious and socially responsible corporate landscape.