Hello
My name is Folake Dosu. I scribbled on the walls as a toddler and never stopped writing. 🖊️I believe in the power of narrative change and storytelling as a force for good. I’m drawn to people and platforms that value and build community, culture and connection.You may have seen me sharing insights as an entrepreneur in the following places:
Work
From nonprofit and for-profit to startups and Fortune 500, my work is a constellation. 💫 Versatility, curiosity and passion connect the dots.Previously, I led fan engagement as an executive at The Walt Disney Studios, engaging superfans through The Walt Disney Studios’ reimagined loyalty platform, now Disney+ Perks. 📣Lately, you’ll find me bringing my expertise into the philanthropy sector, working with nonprofits, foundations and other mission-driven organizations to invest in community-first programming, content and tools driving growth and engagement. 🚀I’m also the founder of Trivia For The Culture, hosting Black trivia events as a former JEOPARDY! Contestant. You can also check out Find Your People Here, my running list of communities for diverse professionals. 💼
About
I grew up and currently live in the Chicago area and will gladly let you know its many virtues immediately upon meeting you. ✶ ✶ ✶ ✶My winter-dodging ways led me to California, first to Stanford 🌴 (BA in Science, Technology and Society), and then, after working in Chicago's startup scene, returned to the Bay, this time to UC Berkeley 🐻 (MBA). While there, I pivoted to entertainment and moved to LA ☀️ after graduation, where I became a marketing leader at Disney. Now, I'm currently consulting nonprofit clients while open to full-time opportunities for the right roles.Shifting my focus to the impact sector is a full circle moment rather than a pivot. I've always brought a lens for justice to my work as a champion for untold stories, whether spotlighting social issues, supporting local news or highlighting Black history through trivia.When I'm not wielding the power of fan engagement on behalf of mission-driven organizations, I'm a fan of many things: ask me about music, independent media, food, documentaries and vintage. 💗
Contact
I'm always energized talking with people who are interested in community-driven approaches to storytelling and/or philanthropy.Let's connect via LinkedIn.P.S. My name is pronounced Foh-lah-keh. 😊