Dr. Oluwanifemi “Niffy” Fagbohun is a globally recognized, multi-award-winning Community Ecosystem Builder, Global Beauty & Wellness Expert, Business Development Strategist, bestselling author, and internationally trained Chemical and Polymer Engineer whose work sits at the intersection of innovation, safety, empowerment, and community transformation. With more than two decades of cross-continental impact spanning Africa and North America, she has built a legacy defined by visionary leadership, cultural influence, and sustainable community development.

She is the Founder and Chair of the Niffy Wellness Foundation, a Canadian registered not-for-profit organization dedicated to nurturing wholeness and inspiring change by empowering girls and women through holistic wellness education, leadership development, mentorship, confidence building, and culturally relevant community initiatives. Under her leadership, the Foundation creates safe, inclusive spaces where girls and women are equipped to thrive emotionally, physically, socially, and economically while becoming confident leaders and changemakers within their communities.

Dr. Fagbohun is also the Founder of Niffy Signature, a vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand rooted in health, safety, and education. Through this platform, she has empowered more than 15,000 individuals worldwide while building a thriving global beauty community of over 40,000 members. As a Certified Health & Beauty Safety Professional and Certified Infection Control Expert, she is recognized internationally for advancing safer beauty practices, consumer education, and professional standards within the beauty industry, helping women build confidence while creating sustainable economic opportunities.

Beyond wellness, she is the visionary Founder of Montreal Vendors, one of Canada’s leading entrepreneurial communities, supporting more than 17,000 entrepreneurs through strategic collaborations, business development, education, and visibility initiatives that strengthen small and minority-owned businesses.

Her passion for building stronger communities extends to her role as Director of Strategy, Community & Enterprise Development at African Collective Quebec (ACQ), where she advances economic empowerment, newcomer integration, cultural representation, strategic partnerships, and community development initiatives that strengthen African communities across Quebec.

A Doctoral Fellow of the Institute of Leadership Assessment and Development (ILAD) and Regional Director for North America (Canada & USA), Dr. Fagbohun leads international leadership initiatives, coordinates national and international conferment ceremonies, and delivers keynote presentations that inspire purpose-driven leadership and transformational impact.

An accomplished international speaker, Dr. Fagbohun has addressed audiences across conferences, leadership summits, educational institutions, corporate platforms, and community forums in Canada and internationally, inspiring thousands through conversations on leadership, entrepreneurship, holistic wellness, women’s empowerment, beauty safety, and community transformation.

Her expertise has been featured across major media platforms in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Nigeria, including CBC Montreal, Global News, CityNews Montreal, Ticker News Australia, and The Guardian Nigeria, where she continues to champion conversations around wellness, entrepreneurship, leadership, confidence, and community development.

Her outstanding contributions have earned her numerous national and international honours and recognitions, including:

• Global Impact Award (2026) – Lotus Hope Impact Awards
• 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women Honouree (2026)
• Black History Month Laureate (2026), where she signed Canada’s Historic Golden Book
• Top 100 Nigerian Change-Makers in Canada (2026)
• Top 10 Naija-Canadians in Community & Social Impact (2026)
• Canadian Choice Awards Winner (2024 & 2025) – Health & Beauty
• Top 100 Black Women to Watch in Canada (2023)
• Women of Inspiration Awards Global Impact Finalist (2024)
• Recognized by Emma-Tob International Academy (ETIA Academy, City & Guilds of London Institute Centre) as a Woman Engineer Shaping the Future (2026)
• Federation of Women Empowerment and Support (F.O.W.E.S.) Wall of Fame Honouree (2026)

Dr. Fagbohun serves in leadership, governance, advisory, and mentorship roles with several respected organizations, including the Côte-des-Neiges Black Community Association (CDNBCA), Playmas Montreal, Black Engineers of Canada, and the GemStar School of Excellence, where she mentors and empowers the next generation of young leaders. She also served as the 2026 Event Ambassador for UPBEAT, supporting mental health awareness and community wellness through creative advocacy.

A proud Global Cultural Ambassador of her Ijebu (Yoruba, Nigerian) heritage, Dr. Fagbohun believes culture is a powerful bridge that connects generations, strengthens identity, and builds thriving communities. Through storytelling, education, and representation, she continues to preserve cultural heritage while inspiring future generations to embrace their identity with confidence and pride.

Driven by purpose and service, Dr. Fagbohun remains committed to building people, strengthening communities, and creating systems that empower others to rise. Through the Niffy Wellness Foundation and every initiative she leads, she continues to inspire girls, women, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders around the world to lead with confidence, integrity, compassion, and lasting impact.