Bernadette Ijeh is an established patron in her own right, renowned for her unrivalled business prowess and affiliation for philanthropy. She attributes many of her accomplishments to the foundation of her upbringing. Born to the Esezbor family, Bernadette’s parents originate from Esan, Edo State – a region with rich cultural heritage. Her faith in Christianity was cultivated and nurtured as her mother was also a practising Catholic. Bernadette laid her educational foundation in Nigeria and then proceeded to pursue further knowledge as she made the decision to embark on a new journey, to the United Kingdom, where she was acquired her illustrious degree in Business.

In spite of leaving Nigeria for a new beginning, Bernadette assures us that her standard of living remains prosperous and fulfilling. She is a strong advocate of culture, evidently so as she’s already visited beautiful destinations ranging from “France, Dubai and The United States of America”. The concept of a strong foundation starts with a healthy home and it goes without contestation that the demands of a business-owner, fashion-designer, health coach and accredited counsellor can be challenging. Nonetheless, the nature of her work enables flexibility, which bodes well for Bernadette as she’s enjoying every moment of her life with her “lovely husband and wonderful children”.

As aforementioned, Bernadette is a philanthropist by nature. She has interest in helping charitable homes through various forms of donations, in efforts to support them with the necessary skills and tools quintessential to their well-being. One of her treasured accomplishments is when she championed the creation of the Day Care Centre for the elderly by the United Sisters International.

Achievements and Awards

• 1986: First Prize at Caribbean Airways fashion competition – aimed to develop or research new trade Links with the Caribbean
• 1992: Invited to a garden Party at Buckingham palace
• 1992: Award for Breaking the barriers and entering the international Business Arena in United States and other Countries
• 1996: Award for Successful Business Leadership
• 1994: Received National Black Women’s achievement awards
• 1994: Recognised and featured by Upscale Magazine in Atlanta in United
• 1998: Received Golden award from Oasis promotion
• 2003: Recognised as one of 23 African role models in United Kingdom – African around town business review
• 2016: Invited to Atlanta Georgia Minority Award to present awards to successful candidates across all categories.

Benedette Ijeh is an accredited counsellor and a health Coach who now delivers and  facilitate training.