From Analysis to Architecture
I design and deliver digital transformation programmes. That means translating regulatory mandates into working systems, shipping consumer products under real constraints, and building AI automation that removes friction at scale. The domain has been financial services. The skills are not.
My story unfolded in the dynamic world of financial technology. As a Business Analyst at a leading financial institution, I was on the front lines of digital transformation. I collaborated across teams to craft and deliver digital platforms including a mobile banking application that facilitated millions of dollars in transactions each month. This experience was never just about technology. It was about empathy: translating the frustrations of everyday users into clear requirements and aligning stakeholders around a shared vision.
A pivotal chapter involved leading the development of a digital credit disbursement platform that now facilitates over $1 million in monthly disbursements. Seeing real people access capital that changed their outcomes solidified my commitment to building products with impact. It taught me the critical balance of navigating technical constraints while staying laser-focused on delivering exceptional customer value.
Today I operate at the intersection of strategy, delivery, and AI engineering, designing systems that remove friction and amplify what teams can accomplish. Outside the work, I am a curious person who believes the best ideas often come from unexpected places. Ask me for music recommendations if you ever need a reason to stay up late building something good.
Built in Banking. Works Anywhere.
Regulatory compliance delivery
Healthcare, telecoms, public sector
Core banking integration
ERP and legacy system modernisation
Digital credit platform
Consumer fintech, embedded finance
ISO 20022 data migration
Any large-scale data model migration
KYC automation
Identity verification in any sector
AI workflow automation
Operations teams, professional services
Entrepreneurial Ventures
ScaleAxis Labs
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A strategic AI systems consultancy built for founders, fintech companies, and SMEs. ScaleAxis Labs operates across three core engines: Strategic Business Architecture, Program & Delivery Leadership, and AI Automation Engineering. The mission is to bridge the gap between ambition and execution through design-first, AI-native delivery.
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A PropTech platform redefining real estate in Nigeria by eliminating fraud, increasing financial transparency, and enabling remote-first property discovery. Dwella brings together verified listings, live video tours, 360 degree walkthroughs, AR visualisation, and escrow-secured transactions into one trust-native experience.
In development, launching soonSystems Thinker.
Product Builder.
I'm Oladayo Kelani, a product builder with deep experience spanning business analysis, technical project management, AI automation engineering, and system architecture.
My mission is to design intelligent systems that remove friction and amplify decision-making whether that's building an AI agent, automating a broken workflow, or architecting a product from zero to launch.
I work at the intersection of strategy and execution. I don't just ideate. I build.
Strategic Business Architecture
Translating complex business problems into structured system blueprints. BA thinking meets systems design.
Digital Transformation Leadership
Leading end-to-end digital transformation programmes across financial services. From regulatory digitisation to consumer product launches, at speed and to spec.
AI Automation Engineering
Designing and building AI-powered workflows that remove bottlenecks and scale decision-making.
Engagement Models
Full-Time
Embedded leadership or engineering role
Contract
Fixed-scope delivery over defined timeline
Freelance
Advisory, prototyping, or tactical support
Partnership
Strategic co-build or revenue-share models