Meet Wunmi
A STORY OF VISION, RESILIENCE, AND RESILIENCE.
The essence of a renaissance woman
The essence of a renaissance woman
Wunmi Williams is a builder in every sense of the word. She builds businesses,
opportunities, and platforms that give others a chance to thrive. As a retail and real estate expert with over two decades of experience, she has shaped Nigeria’s commercial landscape, created pathways for local entrepreneurs, and expanded her influence beyond borders.
Her journey started with a vision: to transform Nigeria’s retail industry. With a degree in Retail Management from the University of Surrey and early professional training at Nordstrom, USA, Adewunmi understood the power of structure, branding, marketing, sales, and consumer experience. She took this knowledge home, determined to create a space where Nigerian brands could stand tall. That space became Nakenohs Boulevard, an upscale boutique mall in Ikoyi, Lagos, that now houses over 26 businesses. She succeeded in playing a critical role in advancing Nigeria’s retail sector, creating a platform for homegrown businesses to thrive, bridging the gap between local enterprise and global opportunity, and setting new standards in commercial real estate.
Beyond Nigeria, Wunmi’s business footprint extends to the United Kingdom, the United States, where she set up a pop-up store in Chicago, and the UAE, where she, through WW Global, has expanded Nakenohs into prime real estate for a global audience.
Her ability to navigate different markets and adapt to evolving consumer demands has positioned her as a leader in the industry, earning her global recognition. She was featured in Forbes [June 2019] and Forbes England [2023] and was honored with the Inspiring Woman of Excellence Award in Dubai.
Her impact doesn’t stop at business. She is a fierce advocate for women’s empowerment.
She runs Ásése via the WW Global Academy, an initiative that provides vocational training and startup funding for women in Erunwon, Ijebu, Ogun State. She believes in economic inclusion and actively supports initiatives that genuinely include women, going steps further to empower them with the skills needed to build sustainable wealth.
As her Wunmi Williams Global [WW Global] brand expands and embraces ambitious real estate portfolios exceeding a multi-billion valuation, she continues to forge strategic partnerships that drive economic growth and redefine industry standards, cementing her a key voice in shaping the future of retail and commercial real estate in Nigeria and across the globe.
Her journey is proof that vision, resilience, and execution are the foundation of lasting
success. As a mother of four, a retail pioneer, and a global property consultant, Adewunmi
She embodies the essence of a renaissance woman; bold, visionary, and
unstoppable. Through her famous mantra, she constantly reminds us that “there is no
elevator to success; you must take the stairs.”
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