Biography of Pastor Olakunle Soriyan

Pastor Olakunle "Kunle" Soriyan is a Nigerian leadership strategist, author, minister, and public speaker. He serves in ministry at The Fountain of Life Church in Ilupeju, Lagos, and leads Kenneth Soriyan Research and Ideas LLC, a leadership advisory firm based in Plano, Texas, where he also founded the startup accelerator Africa House and the nonprofit ESHIRYA-Africa.

Pastor Kunle Soriyan @olakunlesoriyan  is a transformational leader, mentor, and a voice of wisdom whose teachings have inspired countless people to live with purpose, clarity, and intentionality.

Through his leadership platform, many have been empowered to maximize their potential, build meaningful lives, and make lasting impact in their generation.

He carries a unique grace for leadership, personal transformation, and raising men and women of influence.

Early Life and Education

Olakunle Soriyan is a graduate of Lagos State University (LASU). Following his graduation, he began his professional career in the late 1990s, a period during which he also stepped into youth and campus ministry roles at The Fountain of Life Church in Ilupeju, Lagos, where he became involved in teaching, mentoring, and youth-focused programs - laying the ministry foundation he continues to build on today.

Ministry

Pastor Kunle Soriyan remains an active minister at The Fountain of Life Church, where he has delivered messages including a notable Father's Day address that also marked his birthday celebration within the congregation. He has also ministered beyond his home church, including a "Faith Check-Up" teaching session at The Elevation Church in April 2024, and has spoken at platforms such as NXTCON, blending his leadership expertise with spiritually grounded teaching on purpose, identity, and personal transformation.

Leadership Consulting Career

Beyond the pulpit, Pastor Soriyan has built a substantial career as a leadership strategist and advisor. He is the **Chief Knowledge Officer and Lead Strategist of Kenneth Soriyan Research and Ideas LLC**, a leadership advisory and research organization based in Plano, Texas, focused on leadership development, organizational culture, and strategic advisory work. Through the firm, he has delivered training, advisory services, and keynote presentations for clients across both the public and private sectors, including multinational companies in the energy, technology, and consumer goods industries.

He is the creator of NEXT365, a leadership indaba bringing together participants for discussions on leadership, foresight, and long-term planning, and has spoken at numerous leadership forums and development platforms across Nigeria and internationally on topics including entrepreneurship, national development, organizational culture, ethics, and human behavior. His media presence spans newspaper features, interviews, podcasts, and radio programs contributing to public discourse on governance, economic change, and the future of work.

Africa House and ESHIRYA-Africa

Pastor Soriyan is the founder of Africa House, a startup accelerator based in Plano, Texas, built to support entrepreneurs of African descent through mentorship, capacity-building, and access to professional networks — an initiative that has included partnerships with organizations such as Microsoft on entrepreneurship empowerment programs, and which reportedly helped channel $1 million in entrepreneurial support to ten startups. He is also the founder of **ESHIRYA-Africa**, a United States–registered nonprofit organization.

## Books and Punlications

Pastor Soriyan is a published author and co-author. His works include:

- *The Tragedy of Independence* (2013) — a socio-political commentary examining issues tied to Nigeria's post-independence identity and development

- *A Love Affair with Failure: When Hitting Bottom Becomes a Launchpad to Success* — co-authored and published through ForbesBooks, exploring themes of resilience, entrepreneurship, and personal development

## Awards and Recognition

Pastor Soriyan has been cited as a recipient of the U.S. Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing sustained contributions to volunteer service and civic engagement. In 2017, Nigerian lifestyle and branding publication Glazia named him one of its "Top 5 Brands to Watch," alongside other prominent figures in the personal development and branding space.

## Marriage and Family

Pastor Kunle Soriyan is married to **Tiwa Soriyan**, and the couple have one son. The family resides in Plano, Texas.

Frequently Asked Questions

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• What church does Pastor Kunle Soriyan serve at? He serves in ministry at The Fountain of Life Church in Ilupeju, Lagos, where his ministry involvement dates back to the late 1990s.

**What is Pastor Kunle Soriyan's professional background?**

He is a leadership strategist and Chief Knowledge Officer and Lead Strategist of Kenneth Soriyan Research and Ideas LLC, a leadership advisory firm based in Plano, Texas.

• What organizations has Pastor Kunle Soriyan founded? He founded Africa House, a startup accelerator supporting entrepreneurs of African descent, and ESHIRYA-Africa, a U.S.-registered nonprofit.
• What books has Pastor Kunle Soriyan written? His works include *The Tragedy of Independence* (2013) and the co-authored *A Love Affair with Failure*, published through ForbesBooks.

• Is Pastor Kunle Soriyan married? Yes, he is married to Tiwa Soriyan, and the couple have one son. They reside in Plano, Texas.

Pastor Kunle Soriyan is active on social media and can be followed via Facebook, Instagram (@olakunlesoriyan), TikTok, and X.

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