Zaia Ap, Connecting Christians Around the World
Zaia is like a digital home for Christians around the world! Ukonwa’s passion is bringing together Christians from different denominations to foster Godly connections in a safe, uplifting space. As a mom navigating technology with her own 13-year-old son, Ukonwa has a unique perspective on balancing faith, parenting, and tech, including her decision to delay giving her son a phone in our hyper-connected world.
Ukonwa Ojo is a trailblazing entrepreneur and marketing expert whose 26-year career spans some of the world’s biggest brands, including Amazon Prime Video, M.A.C Cosmetics, and COVERGIRL.
She is now the Founder/CEO of Zaia Ventures, where she focuses on building businesses that empower marginalized communities. Two standout ventures include Zaia, a Christian social network app, and Ada & Edith Inc, a luxury womenswear brand.
At Amazon, Ojo led a high-performing team to launch eight of the top ten shows in Prime Video's history, achieving its highest ever global customer subscription and engagement, including replacing Netflix as the #1 US Streamer. Throughout her career, Ojo has earned over 60 awards and honors, including Forbes World's Most Influential CMOs and Black Enterprise 25 Women Changing the World.