Last month, I boarded a flight from the UK to Lagos, Nigeria – not for a vacation, but for transformation.

The Smart Stewards 10th Anniversary Summit wasn’t just another event on my calendar. It was a divine appointment. As I scanned the speaker line-up, something stirred in me. I knew this was a room I needed to be in. My coach, Sola Adesakin CPA, FCA, FCCA, MBA, CFEI, once told me, “The best and greatest investment you can ever make is in yourself.” That wisdom echoed in my spirit as I packed my bags. I was ready.

The Power of Proximity

One of the most profound moments for me was sitting in on the prophetic panel. These weren’t just speakers – they were vessels whose lives and ministries had shaped mine over the years:

Pastor Ayodeji Megbope: Her journey from humble beginnings to global impact continues to inspire me to embrace purpose with boldness.

Pastor Debola Deji – Kurunmi: Her prophetic insight and leadership have been a guiding light in my own spiritual and professional growth.

Pastor Mayokun Oreofe: Her depth and authenticity reminded me of the power of walking in divine alignment.

And of course, Sola Adesakin CPA, FCA, FCCA, MBA, CFEI, my coach and mentor, whose voice has consistently called me higher.

I didn’t need a selfie or a handshake. Just being in the same room was enough. Enough to tap into the grace they carried. Enough to receive impartation by proximity and to sit and soak in the wisdom being dished out. It was a feast fit for a king (or a queen as the case may be).

Community, Connection, and Grace

The summit was also a beautiful reunion. I met Smart Stewards community members I’d connected with virtually during the course of the year – now face to face. There’s something powerful about meeting likeminded individuals who share your values, your hunger, and your pursuit of purpose. The atmosphere was charged with authenticity, wisdom, and divine alignment.

I also made new connections, bonding over our thirst for growth and the determination not to leave the event the same way we came… something had to shift. We sat paying rapt attention and soaking in all the wisdom being shared and taking our own portions.

I didn’t come to the summit casually. I came ready. Ready to learn. Ready to grow. Ready to shift. Ready to move forward. Ready for new levels and next levels. And now, with my notebook full and my heart stirred, it’s time to take action. The seeds have been sown – now it’s time to water them with discipline, strategy, and faith.

To everyone who made the Smart Stewards 10th Anniversary Summit what it was – thank you. You created a space where destiny could be activated. And to anyone wondering if it’s worth investing in yourself, traveling for growth, or stepping into rooms that stretch you: It absolutely is.

Here’s to stewarding what we’ve received. Here’s to smart moves, bold faith, and unstoppable progress.