Deola Art Alade is a Nigerian entrepreneur, media executive, and cultural curator best known as the co‑founder and Group CEO of Livespot360, a leading creative and entertainment solutions company in Nigeria. She is widely recognized for designing and producing large‑scale experiences and festivals that connect brands, artists, and audiences across Africa.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Deola Art Alade |
| Date of birth | N/A |
| Age | 52 (as of Dec. 2025) |
| Nationality | Nigerian. |
| State of origin | N/A |
| Partner | Married to Nigerian musician and media personality Darey |
| Children | Two children |
| Occupations | Entrepreneur, Group CEO of Livespot360, media and entertainment executive, producer, design expert, creative industrialist, cultural curator. |
| Net worth | $3-7 million USD |
Early Life and Education
Deola completed executive education at Harvard Business School, taking programs in business strategy, leadership, and innovation. This training is frequently cited as part of the foundation for her transition from creative execution to building and scaling multiple entertainment and media ventures.
Career
Deola began her career in the Nigerian media and creative sectors, working across television, events, and brand communications before moving fully into entrepreneurship. Over time she built a reputation as a design expert and producer capable of managing complex experiential campaigns, live shows, and cross‑platform storytelling for both local and international clients.
In 2013, she co‑founded Livespot360 with her husband, musician and TV host Darey Art Alade. Livespot360 has grown into a creative solutions and entertainment company known for human‑centred, story‑driven brand experiences, including large concerts, festivals, and branded events.
Through Livespot Entertainment and related ventures, she has overseen projects such as Livespot X Festival, which has featured major Nigerian and international artists and complex multimedia staging.
Beyond Livespot360, Deola has been involved in building or leading other entertainment‑related businesses, including the award‑winning music company Soul Muzik and the technical equipment rental outfit Rent‑A‑Rig.
She is described as a creative industrialist and serial entrepreneur, with a focus on using design, technology, and storytelling to advance Africa’s entertainment ecosystem.
She is also active as a mentor and advocate, especially around women’s empowerment, leadership, and inclusion in the creative industries. In public talks and posts, she emphasizes consistency, value creation, and relationship‑building as the real drivers of professional “net worth.”
Personal Life
Deola Art Alade is married to Nigerian singer, songwriter, and television personality Darey (Darey Art Alade). The couple is often presented as partners in both life and business, collaborating closely through Livespot360 and related ventures.
Comments and features state that the couple have two children together. Commentary about their family life often highlights a low‑drama, private home environment alongside a highly visible professional partnership in the entertainment scene.
Net Worth
Deola Art Alade’s net worth is estimated to be in the multimillion‑dollar range, roughly between $3 million and $7 million, based on her role as co‑founder and Group CEO of Livespot360 and her involvement in several high‑profile entertainment ventures. This figure is an industry estimate and not an officially disclosed valuation.
Awards and Recognition
- Best Costume Design award for her work on The Real Housewives of Lagos (Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards/AMVCA ecosystem).
- Appointed Chair of the voting committee for the NXT Honors 2024, an award platform recognizing achievements across various fields in Africa.
- Named in the Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) Class of 2024, listed among the Global Top 100 Futurists and Innovators.
- Elected as a Member of the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (International Emmy) membership pool, acknowledging her contributions to television and storytelling.
- Named to the Recording Academy’s 2025 New Member Class, making her eligible to participate in Grammy Awards voting and positioning her among global music‑industry leaders.
- Awarded ACA Silver at the 2025 African Creative Awards, with recognition as one of the Top 3 Creatives in Africa and 2nd Best Art Director.
- Honored with an Arise Women of Impact Award, celebrating her leadership and impact as a female entrepreneur and creative executive in Africa.
These recognitions reflect her influence in entertainment, design, television, and music‑industry governance.
