For Ayisha Thompson-Olajide, branding isn’t just about colors, logos, or visuals—it’s about clarity, confidence, and legacy. As a Brand Strategist and founder of Envision Creative A.R.T, Ayisha uses strategy, design, and storytelling to help creatives, coaches, and consultants transform their passions into profit. Her mission is simple but powerful: to build brands that don’t just look good, but last.
Building a Business on Her Own Terms
Ayisha’s journey into entrepreneurship began with a pivotal realization—she was tired of asking for permission. Permission to stay home with a sick child. Permission to take a day off. Permission to prove her worth in the corporate world.
What started as a side hustle fueled by her love of design quickly evolved when Ayisha discovered the power of branding and marketing. She realized she wasn’t just designing graphics—she was helping people create financial freedom and build lasting legacies.
Her background in fashion and communications gave her the tools. Her personal journey of resilience gave her the drive. Today, she combines both to help her clients unlock what’s possible.
The Challenges and the Breakthroughs
Like many entrepreneurs, Ayisha wears many hats—business owner, professor, creative director, and mom. Balancing it all is the hardest part. But the reward far outweighs the challenge.
For Ayisha, nothing compares to witnessing transformation. Whether it’s a small business owner finally confident in their brand, a student turning their talent into income, or a nonprofit leader inspired by clear messaging—those breakthroughs remind her why she started.
Advice for Women Leaders
Ayisha’s message for women is clear:
“Stop waiting for permission. You already have everything you need to start.”
She urges women to invest in themselves—their skills, their systems, and their support networks—and to focus not only on income but also on impact. “Create something that leaves a legacy,” she says. “As women, we have the power to change not just our own lives, but generations to come.”
What’s Next
Looking ahead, Ayisha is scaling Envision Creative A.R.T into a full-service marketing hub that creates jobs and opportunities in her community. She plans to expand her speaking and facilitation work internationally, grow her digital programs, and publish her book.
She also envisions hosting retreats, workshops, and events that bring women together to build brands, wealth, and legacy—spaces where empowerment and strategy intersect.
Why IAW
For Ayisha, IAW has been more than a professional platform—it’s been a community.
“IAW gives women like me the visibility and support to keep growing,” she shares. “It’s not just about resources—it’s about people who genuinely want to see you succeed. That kind of advocacy is rare, and it means everything.”
Connect with Ayisha
✨ You can learn more about Ayisha’s work at www.envisioncreativeart.com or connect with her on Instagram at @envisioncreativeart.If you’re ready to stop asking for permission and start building a brand that lasts, IAW is the place to connect with leaders like Ayisha Thompson-Olajide.
