About Arziki Oleyinka Phenyo

A multifaceted creative professional bridging the worlds of literature, education, and fashion with a passion for storytelling and human potential.

"I believe that the best stories are those that not only entertain but also inspire readers to question, to dream, and to imagine possibilities beyond their current reality."
- Arziki Phenyo

The Journey

Arziki Oleyinka Phenyo lives in New York, NY and is the founder of Seminal Wellness, a climate-forward producer of organic products across the health, wellness, and beauty spaces that cultivate your best—naturally. Seminal will diversify into renewable energy, with Atmos technology, by 2030 under its Next Orbital arm. Arziki is also an accomplished educator, founding The Stimulus Effect, an educational firm with the mission to build fundamental skills, nurture intellectual versatility, and foster cultural capital through customized, standards-based instructional services.

Her debut novel, "Before Elevation," tells the gripping story of Rebecca Lewis, a dynamic CEO whose unrelenting drive, indomitable ambition, and raw creativity catapulted her to the top of the eyewear industry. The novel explores themes of corporate power, family dynamics, and the ultimate challenge of confronting oneself.

Beyond her literary pursuits, Arziki has made significant contributions helping cancer patients enter remission and providing mental-health aids through Seminal Wellness, and guiding students and professionals to new levels of achievement through The Stimulus Effect. Arziki is inexorably driven by a belief in the transformative power of knowledge and personal development. Her diverse professional background brings a unique perspective to contemporary corporate thrillers.

Professional Achievements

A diverse portfolio of accomplishments spanning literature, education, fashion, and entrepreneurship.

The Stimulus Effect
Education Company Founder

Founded and leads The Stimulus Effect, an innovative education company that has supported over 800 learners in their personal and professional development journeys.

International Modeling
Fashion Industry Professional

Walked the runways at New York and Tokyo Fashion Weeks, and was featured in Vogue España, bringing a global perspective to her creative work.

Media Recognition
Industry Leadership

Recognized as one of the '40 under 40' by Entrepreneurs Herald and featured as a 'Top 10 Women Leader of 2022' by Disruptors Magazine.

Inspirational Leadership
Thought Leadership

Featured in The NYC Journal's 'Top 20 Inspirational Women and Their Success Stories' and regularly speaks at conferences about innovation and development.

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