The London Eastside Young Leaders Academy

Managing director and CEO of Desicon Engineering Limited since 1996, Akanimo Udofia has successfully led the enterprise to profitable opportunities in the oil and gas industry. Harvard Business School graduate Akanimo Udofia has also been a charitable supporter of the London Eastside Young Leaders Academy (EYLA).

The EYLA’s purpose is to foster an environment where young African and Caribbean males can develop the leadership skills necessary to eventually become the community leaders of tomorrow. Educational curricula, Alternative Provision, and the Eastside Scholars program for scholarships at other schools are some of the many services the EYLA provides.

Inspired by the Young Leaders Academy in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, ordained minister Ray Lewis established the EYLA in 2002. His vision was to improve the prospects for boys to prevent them from turning to crime. Most of the participants in the program are between the ages of 8-18. The organization is dedicated to nurturing the leadership potential of young men through fostering self-esteem, stressing the importance of work, study, and civic pride.

Harvard Alumni Association Holds 5th Annual Ski Trip

Before he became managing director of Desicon Engineering Limited, Akanimo Udofia studied at Harvard Business School’s Senior Executive Programme. Thanks to his strong academic background, he was able to land highly regarded executive positions in private companies. Today, Akanimo Udofia serves as a member of the Harvard Alumni Association (HAA).

The Harvard Alumni Association represents all graduates of the University, including Radcliffe College. To foster a lasting and beneficial relationship to all members, HAA holds regular events open to all alumni. Early next year, HAA will be having its 5th Annual Ivy Ski/Snowboard Trip.

Initiated by the Harvard-Radcliffe Club of Philadelphia – a chapter of HAA serving alumni in the greater Philadelphia area – the 5th Annual Ivy Ski/Snowboard Trip will be held on Killington, Vermont. Its all-inclusive package consists of transportation, food, and accommodation throughout the whole duration of the trip. Members of the alumni can also bring their friends, family, or significant others.

The 5th Annual Ski/Snowboard Trip will take place January 13-16, 2017.