Mrs. Damilola Hassan
Damilola Hassan is a seasoned financial planner with nearly two decades of experience in the financial services sector. Her expertise spans investment advisory, wealth management, and estate planning, with a proven track record of working closely with individuals, families, and institutions to help them secure their financial futures. Before stepping into the world of investment banking, she served as an Executive Secretary at the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), where she spent three years honing her skills in relationship management, policy advocacy, and negotiations.
Today, Damilola leads as the Managing Director of Meristem Trustees Limited, bringing her deep knowledge and passion for finance to the helm of the company. She holds an MBA from Lagos Business School and an MSc from the University of Lagos. Her academic prowess is further enriched by certifications from prestigious institutions like The Wharton School of Business and the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
A recognized authority in the financial world, Damilola is an Authorized Dealing Clerk on the Nigerian Exchange Limited, a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers, and currently serves as the Acting President of the Association of Corporate and Individual Investment Advisers (CIIA). She was notably featured in BusinessDay’s Leading Women series and celebrated as one of Nigeria's 50 Inspiring Women Leaders in 2022.
Beyond the boardroom, Damilola is a passionate advocate for family financial health. As a certified Family Finance Coach and trained counselor, she helps families build sustainable financial habits. Her certification from the Institute of Family Engineering & Development (IFED) West Africa reflects her dedication to helping others navigate the complexities of personal and family finances.
Damilola is not just a financial leader—she is a work-life integration champion, mentoring young women on how to thrive professionally while maintaining a fulfilling personal life. As a mentor on the WIMBOARD platform, she guides and inspires the next generation of women leaders. When she's not shaping financial futures, she enjoys reading, teaching, traveling, and writing fiction.
Damilola is married to Segun Hassan, and together they are blessed with two wonderful children, Dunsin and Daniel. Her journey is one of grace, growth, and purpose—a testament to her belief that both work and life can be lived fully and harmoniously.