Canada-Based Nigerian Entrepreneur Wins 2026 Women of Rubies Media Pitch Challenge

Omo Ogbamola has emerged winner of the 2026 edition of the Women of Rubies Media Pitch Challenge, an international platform designed to spotlight and support high-impact women founders across industries.

Ogbamola, who is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Tripplemos Food Processing Company, secured the top position after competing against four other finalists during a live pitch session evaluated by a panel of media, business, and industry leaders. The competition focused on helping women entrepreneurs strengthen their visibility, brand positioning, and storytelling skills to accelerate business growth.

Organised by the global media platform Women of Rubies, the challenge aims to equip women founders with tools that help them communicate their vision effectively, attract strategic partnerships, and gain access to wider markets. The initiative also focuses on enhancing media exposure for women-led enterprises that are creating social and economic impact.

During her pitch, Ogbamola highlighted the work of her company in producing high-quality African spices manufactured locally in Canada. Her products, which celebrate authentic African flavours and culinary traditions, are currently sold through several retail and online platforms, including Amazon Canada and Walmart Canada Marketplace, as well as more than 20 African grocery stores. Plans are also underway to expand distribution into broader retail networks.

Beyond its commercial success, the company reflects a broader narrative of immigrant entrepreneurship and the growing influence of African-inspired products in global markets. By producing African spices abroad while maintaining authenticity, the business contributes to preserving African culinary heritage and introducing traditional flavours to new audiences.

Ogbamola brings diverse professional experience to her entrepreneurial journey. Her career spans sectors such as banking, agriculture, food safety, and business systems integration, experiences that have helped shape the operational and strategic framework of her company. She is also currently pursuing a PhD in Business Administration with a focus on systems integration, further strengthening her leadership and business development capacity.

The pitch challenge also included mentorship and coaching sessions facilitated by business strategists and communication experts who support women-led brands in building stronger visibility and influence. While one winner was selected, organisers emphasised that the platform is structured to benefit all finalists by providing guidance on media engagement, brand clarity, and long-term positioning.

Reacting to the recognition, Ogbamola described the win as a validation of intentional storytelling and strategic brand positioning. According to her, platforms that amplify women entrepreneurs play a critical role in helping founders translate their ideas into scalable opportunities.

The Women of Rubies Media Pitch Challenge forms part of broader initiatives during Women’s Month aimed at celebrating female leadership, entrepreneurship, and collaboration under the theme “Give to Gain.” Organisers say the programme will continue to create opportunities that elevate women founders and connect them with global audiences.

Ogbamola’s victory reflects the increasing global recognition of Nigerian entrepreneurs building innovative businesses abroad while contributing to cultural representation and economic participation across industries.