Akolade’s journey into the world of technology is marked by determination, a thirst for knowledge, and a relentless drive to solve complex problems. Starting as a self-taught full-stack developer in Lagos, Akolade quickly made a name for himself by building multiple fintech and automation products. Today, he’s applying his vast experience to lead AI-driven solutions at The PEGroup, where he oversees the company’s tech vision and ensures that payroll systems remain rock-solid while driving the development of new software ventures.
For Akolade, his role is about much more than managing technology—it’s about innovation. His mission is to keep The PEGroup ahead of the curve by developing automated platforms that address complex compliance and payment challenges, freeing up people to focus on higher-value work.
What excites Akolade most is the opportunity to solve some of the toughest challenges in the payroll and business services industry. With constant regulatory changes, rising data-security expectations, talent shortages in AI and automation, and margin pressures from commoditised services, the future may be tough, but Akolade is ready. He believes these challenges will push The PEGroup to innovate, stay ahead of the competition, and continue delivering value to its customers.
For those looking to follow in his footsteps, Akolade’s advice is straightforward: “Become fluent in both code and compliance; prototype fast, listen to users, and never stop learning adjacent domains.” It’s this combination of technical prowess and a deep understanding of business needs that sets Akolade apart.
Akolade’s proudest moment came when he realised the impact of his work—creating tools that save people time and open up economic opportunities. The key lesson he learned early in his career was to deeply understand the user problem before writing a single line of code. He firmly believes that the heart of innovation lies in solving real-world problems with empathy and precision.
