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As a first-generation immigrant and college student, stepping into a leadership role in academia came with many firsts and challenges. Life became even more complex as I became a wife and mother of two, all while managing my full-time job and ministry alongside my husband. Through my talks, online community, podcasts, and presentations, I share timeless lessons from experience and mentors to help you embrace and overcome failure and imposter syndrome so you can show up as your fullest self. I'd love to connect with you!
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Dr. Issata Oluwadare is a visionary leader with over a decade of formal leadership experience in higher education and a mission to mobilize historically marginalized communities. She is a content creator, five-time best-selling author, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, certified life coach, minister, and consultant specializing in women’s leadership and business development.
As the founder of The EZ Breezy Life, Issata leads a global network of women spanning 50+ countries. Through this platform, she empowers women to achieve balance, purpose, and rest across all dimensions of wellness. Her Goodpods “Top 100” podcast, "The EZ Breezy Life with Issata O.", highlights everyday women navigating leadership, faith, and relationships while striving for healthy, well-balanced lives.
Issata’s work has reached over 80 higher education institutions, impacting over 4,500 participants globally through 50+ empowerment and development events, including the signature Small Business Saturday Series. As the Principal of Issata O. Inc., she has delivered over 50 invited presentations on leadership, business development, and women's empowerment since 2019. Her strategic coaching and consulting services have helped high-powered clients launch businesses, books, and personal brands.
A passionate advocate for families, Issata writes about infant loss and special needs parenting, inspired by her family’s journey. Through her family’s organization, Manny’s Village, she supports local organizations and encourages hope through storytelling. Her children’s book, "Mighty Manny," debuted as an Amazon #1 New Release, made the Top-Ten Best-Sellers list, and has been featured on Yahoo News, Blacknews.com, Fox, and CBS.
Issata’s excellence has earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award from the Biden-Harris Administration, recognition as a Marquis Who's Who Honoree, and induction into the National Society of Leadership and Success. A lifelong learner, Issata received her formal education from Rutgers University, Capella University, Yale School of Management, and Northwestern University. She is also a Certified Life Coach and holds over 50 certifications in executive leadership, communications, diversity, equity & inclusion, and project management.
When she’s not leading, teaching, or speaking, Issata enjoys a peaceful and quiet life with her loving partner, two children, and extended family, embodying the principles of authentic and imperfect leadership she passionately models.