Did you miss the March 20th, 2024 publication of the Guardian Newspaper?
Our CEO, Lare Ayoola was featured on The Special Projects Unit Publication with a special focus on Nigeria’s inspiring and Definitive CEO IN 2023.
LARE AYOOLA: Promoting Outstanding Leadership through Innovative Techniques, Providing Sustainable Manpower Productivity, Impacting Nigeria’s Economic Growth
Lare Ayoola, the Chief Executive Officer of Tranter IT, is a distinguished tycoon who is adept at envisioning and nurturing business opportunities across diverse sectors. With an educational background from the University of Sussex and a postgraduate diploma in Theology, Lare exhibits outstanding leadership prowess. His versatile skill set extends to technology-based industries, where he excels as a problem solver, optimizing profitability through tailored designs to meet specific business needs.
As the founder and primary contributor to the funding and growth of various companies within his group, including Tranter IT Infrastructure Services Limited (IT), Swift talk Limited (Communications), Tranter International Limited (Construction and Supplies), La Mango Entertainment Limited (Hospitality), and IoT Africa Networks Limited, Lare Ayoola consistently exceeds the expectations of clients and customers, boasting a 99% success rate in delivering exceptional services and products.
His relationship management traits are highly visible in his relationship with renowned entities such as Shell Petroleum, Elf Petroleum, Total, Schlumberger, Lafarge, Manage Engine, Zoho, Microsoft, Sigfox, Nigerian Agip Oil Company, Coca-Cola, Heineken N.V., World Health Organization, Food and Agriculture Organization, FHI (Family Health International), Unilever, and Banyan Global.
Throughout his career, Lare Ayoola has made a significant impact across key sectors of the economy, including Oil and Gas, Information Technology Infrastructure, Digital Economic Enablement, Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT), Agriculture, Manpower Development and Job Creation, International Trade and Finance, and Construction.
Lare’s impressive portfolio includes long-term relationships and major contracts with prominent international oil companies such as Shell, Total, Agip, Exxon Mobil, and Chevron, as well as successful partnerships with midstream oil companies like NLNG, PHRC, WRPC, KRPC, and Indorama Eleme Petrochemicals.
In the banking and finance industry, Lare Ayoola has fostered long-term relationships with over 75% of the sector, including Union Bank, Sterling Bank, Wema Bank, FCMB, Zenith, UBA, First Bank, Providus Bank, Access Bank, Lotus Bank, Fidelity Bank, Taj Bank, Unity Bank, as well as leading insurers like Leadway Assurance, Old Mutual, and Consolidated Hallmark.
As the Group Executive Chairman, Lare Avoola has founded and built several companies, employing over 500 staff members, including over 320 engineers. Other notable ventures under his leadership include Bullseye Digital Manpower Limited, MyShroom Africa Limited, Remelca Health Services, Cellsonic Wellness Africa, and Superior International, LLC (USA).
In recognition of Lare’s exceptional entrepreneurial journey, valuable international connections, industry expertise, and commitment to economic empowerment, he has been given several awards ranging from 2018, Tranter IT Infrastructure Service Limited was awarded the ManageEngine Awards for its invaluable sales contribution to ManageEngine.
In the year 2021, the Nigerian Technology Awards presented Tranter IT Infrastructure Services Limited with Software Service Provider of the Year, Technology Solutions Provider of the Year, and Technology Services and Support Company of the Year 2021. Tranter IT Infrastructure Services Limited was awarded the Most Outstanding ICT and IOT Solutions Company of the Year in 2022 by the Africa Digital Awards.
Furthermore, the Cyber Africa Awards Honors honored Tranter IT Infrastructure Services Limited for Excellence in IOT Innovation on December 9, 2021. Development in Africa Merit Awards presented Africa’s best IT support professionals of the year 2020 to Tranter IT Infrastructure Service Limited. Tranter IT Infrastructure Service Limited was awarded the Top 100 fastest-growing SMEs in Nigeria by Business Day Awards. Yaba College of Technology honored Mr. Lare Ayoola with an Entrepreneurship Award on September 18, 2010.
The Tech Unite Africa Awards presented Tranter IT Infrastructure Service Limited with IOT Networks Africa and Tech Innovation Company of the Year in 2021. Enterprise of Ecosystem Support Awards presented Tranter IT Infrastructure Service Limited with Best Technology Supportive Partner for SMEs across Africa in December 2020. Lastly, the Titan Tech Hall of Fame Awards awarded IOT as the most innovative IOT Company of the year.
The Tranter IT boss’ passion for the success of Nigeria and the elevation of Nigerians to global leadership positions underscores his vision and mission, characterized by his perennial drive and hard work to contribute meaningfully to society.
With his quest for building sustainable economic growth through manpower development, he asserted that “Nigeria is rich in natural resources, but is also very rich in human resources and technical ability and is more than adequately well-endowed to succeed in the service industry with a boost in discipline-selective manpower development. Given the huge agricultural and natural resources base
Nigeria can also do very well in the manufacturing industry with better R&D and manpower technical development. I need to mention that, in my opinion, the issue of inadequate power supply that has been a millstone around the neck of our manufacturing industry will soon be resolved as technology, knowledge, and the present determination to come out of the ‘darkness’, over-takes, and overcomes, the negative political agendas and economically retrogressive special interests.
The local and international outsourcing industry in Nigeria, regarding technology services, banking and financial services, consulting, medicine, wellness, and caregiving will soon become a major contributor to the GDP of our nation. Our English-speaking local manpower, when well-trained, well-oriented, and given access to affordable financial resources to engage in entrepreneurial activities, will be a major positive and nation-building force to be reckoned with in the modern industrial era.
At the heart of our approach is the recognition that investing in both the development and the deployment of our human capital is paramount.
We understand that the future belongs to those who are not only empowered but are also equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to harness the power of technology and science. That’s why for twenty years now, our organization has been dedicated to the mass development of high-productivity, technical, and science-based manpower equipped with the ability to add significant value locally and internationally. By building and nurturing a skilled workforce, we are laying the foundation for a knowledge-based economy that can thrive across various sectors, including the services, manufacturing, agriculture, and agro-allied industries.
As the CEO of Tranter IT, “I am deeply committed to driving this agenda forward, particularly through the lens of manpower development, the service industry, and local manufacturing. When we look at the great strides and developments that have taken place in certain countries that have focused on the service industry, we must not ignore that industry and the tremendous benefits that can come from it. Some countries in the world have benefitted substantially from just the provision of services even in the absence of natural resources in their territories. They have proven that the service industry can be a great economic force in a country that understands and has the passion for the service industry.”
Speaking further, he noted that “Central to our vision is the integration of technology into every aspect of production, industry and commerce.
We believe that by leveraging modern tech-based productivity tools including smart technology and the brilliant energy-efficient and productivity-boosting smart solutions we offer today, we can add value and unlock new levels of efficiency and innovation. From smart and precision agriculture techniques that optimize crop yields to advanced manufacturing processes that enhance the quality and volume of production, technology, and skilled manpower hold the key to unlocking untapped potential and enabling sustainable economic growth.
Our efforts, however, extend beyond the confines of the factory or technology floors. We recognize the critical role that agriculture plays in driving economic growth, particularly in developing countries. That’s why we are championing initiatives aimed at implementing smart agriculture practices. By harnessing the power of data acquisition using smart (IoT) wireless devices, data analytics, and other cutting-edge technologies, we can boost agricultural productivity, minimize the risks, and hence exponentially increase the number of investors in the sector and ensure a stable and adequate food supply for our growing population. More than ever before food security shall guide the policies of our nation and we shall play our contributory role.
We are keenly focused on the agro-processing sector, which adds the much-needed significant value to raw agricultural produce that makes the agriculture sector more attractive and successful. By establishing agro-processing factories that leverage local raw materials, we can create new economic opportunities while reducing our country’s reliance on economically draining and job-killing imports. We should be a net exporter of value-added agricultural produce since we certainly have all that it takes to achieve that position. This not only enhances our economic resilience but also fosters inclusive growth by empowering local communities and the nation as a whole.”
In conclusion, the path to sustainable economic growth is paved with investments in manpower development, local manufacturing, outsourcing services and technology-driven innovations, agriculture, and value-added agro-allied production. By embracing these principles, we can unlock new opportunities, drive productivity gains, and chart a course toward a brighter future for all. As we celebrate our 20th anniversary this year, we invite you to join us in commemorating this milestone. Be on the lookout for exciting updates and events on our website and social media pages.”
Read the full article from Guardian Newspaper HERE
