I’m Ifeoma Ubby, a creative strategist, brand founder, and PhD-trained researcher with multidisciplinary experience across brand design, creative direction, marketing, content strategy, and product development. Over the past several years, I have built and led OliveAnkara, a fashion and lifestyle brand rooted in storytelling, cultural identity, and thoughtful design. My work sits at the intersection of creativity and strategy, translating ideas, values, and business objectives into compelling visual and brand experiences across digital and physical touchpoints. I have experience managing cross-functional projects from concept to execution, collaborating with creatives, manufacturers, marketers, and external partners across different countries and cultures. Alongside a strong creative sensibility, I bring a structured and analytical approach shaped by my scientific background. I am highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in fast-paced environments while balancing multiple projects and deadlines. Based between Singapore and Thailand, I’m passionate about building meaningful, visually engaging brands that connect storytelling, design, and community.

Ifeoma Ubby

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I’m Ifeoma Ubby, a creative strategist, brand founder, and PhD-trained researcher with multidisciplinary experience across brand design, creative direction, marketing, content strategy, and product development. Over the past several years, I have built and led OliveAnkara, a fashion and lifestyle brand rooted in storytelling, cultural identity, and thoughtful design. My work sits at the intersection of creativity and strategy, translating ideas, values, and business objectives into compelling visual and brand experiences across digital and physical touchpoints. I have experience managing cross-functional projects from concept to execution, collaborating with creatives, manufacturers, marketers, and external partners across different countries and cultures. Alongside a strong creative sensibility, I bring a structured and analytical approach shaped by my scientific background. I am highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in fast-paced environments while balancing multiple projects and deadlines. Based between Singapore and Thailand, I’m passionate about building meaningful, visually engaging brands that connect storytelling, design, and community.

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I’m Ifeoma Ubby, a creative strategist, brand founder, and PhD-trained researcher with multidisciplinary experience across brand design, creative direction, marketing, content strategy, and product development. Over the past several years, I have built and led OliveAnkara, a fashion and lifestyle brand rooted in storytelling, cultural identity, and thoughtful design.

My work sits at the intersection of creativity and strategy, translating ideas, values, and business objectives into compelling visual and brand experiences across digital and physical touchpoints. I have experience managing cross-functional projects from concept to execution, collaborating with creatives, manufacturers, marketers, and external partners across different countries and cultures.

Alongside a strong creative sensibility, I bring a structured and analytical approach shaped by my scientific background. I am highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in fast-paced environments while balancing multiple projects and deadlines. Based between Singapore and Thailand, I’m passionate about building meaningful, visually engaging brands that connect storytelling, design, and community.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Igbo
Beginner
Thai
Beginner

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at OliveAnkara
January 1, 2018 - Present
Founded and led OliveAnkara, producing and editing 100+ video assets for Instagram and TikTok; directed photoshoots and video shoots across multiple locations (Nigeria, Italy, Thailand); managed end-to-end content pipeline from ideation to final delivery; developed storytelling-driven campaigns for product launches; optimized content for engagement and platform performance.
Founder at OliveAnkara
January 1, 2018 - Present
Built and operated an international consumer brand, leading strategy, content, product launches, supplier coordination, and customer engagement. Managed email marketing, social platforms, campaign planning, e-commerce operations, partnerships, and cross-functional project execution. Produced brand assets and visual content, including storytelling, photography direction, short-form video concepts, and launch communications.
Postdoctoral Fellow at National Cancer Centre Singapore
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2019
Managed complex research workstreams, data interpretation, documentation, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
PhD Research Fellow at ICGEB, Trieste
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
Developed strong research, reporting, problem-solving, and technical communication skills through doctoral training and publication work.

Education

PhD, Human Molecular Genetics at Scuola Normale Superiore, Pisa
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
MSc & BSc Biotechnology at University of Bologna & Padua
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
Fashion Design Certification at Fashion Makerspace
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Molecular Carcinogenesis at National Cancer Centre Singapore
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2019
PhD, Human Molecular Genetics at Scuola Normale Superiore, Pisa, Italy
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
MSc, Molecular Biotechnology at University of Bologna, Italy
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
BSc, Sanitary Biotechnology at University of Padua, Italy
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
Fashion Design Certification at Fashion Makerspace
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
PostDoctorate in Molecular Carcinogenesis at National Cancer Centre Singapore
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2019
PhD, Human Molecular Genetics at Scuola Normale Superiore, Pisa, Italy
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
MSc, Molecular Biotechnology at University of Bologna, Italy
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026
BSc, Sanitary Biotechnology at University of Padua, Italy
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026
Fashion Design Certification at Fashion Makerspace
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026
PostDoctorate in Molecular Carcinogenesis at National Cancer Centre Singapore
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
PhD, Human Molecular Genetics at Scuola Normale Superiore, Pisa, Italy
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
MSc, Molecular Biotechnology at University of Bologna, Italy
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
BSc, Sanitary Biotechnology at University of Padua, Italy
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
Fashion Design Certification at Fashion Makerspace
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026

Qualifications

Fashion Design Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
Fashion Design Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
Fashion Design Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Life Sciences, Retail, Wholesale & Distribution, Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Software & Internet
    Creative Director
    Creative entrepreneur and fashion designer with a PhD in Human Molecular Genetics and a PostDoctorate in Molecular Carcinogenesis and 7+ years of experience building OliveAnkara, an independent fashion label blending African heritage, Italian tailoring, and Asian influences. Combines design, product development, storytelling, digital marketing, and commercial strategy with a strong analytical and research-led mindset. resume pdf
    Fashion Designer
    Fashion designer and founder of OliveAnkara, experienced in developing culturally rooted collections that combine African prints, contemporary silhouettes, and sustainable small-batch production. Skilled across concept development, fabric sourcing, print translation, styling, photography direction, campaign creation, and retail presentation. resume
    Ifeoma Ubby_Portfolio_Q12026
    My portfolio includes examples of my work from various projects that I have worked on throughout my career. A selection of content created across storytelling, campaigns, and social media.