Dr. Jane Kimemia serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of The Premiere Immigration and Advisory, a distinguished firm duly incorporated under the laws of Nigeria.
With over 28 years of experience in the global financial services industry, Dr. Kimemia has built a formidable career spanning consumer banking, private wealth management, and advisory services across Africa and key international markets. Her expertise in international relations and extensive global network of professional partners allows her to deliver tailored solutions that meet the complex needs of globally mobile and financially sophisticated clients.
Dr. Kimemia possesses a deep and nuanced understanding of African markets, particularly across East and West Africa, and is regarded as a trusted advisor to both international partners and families seeking to build globally diversified wealth and residency portfolios. She is recognized for her ability to develop and lead high-performing advisory teams focused on serving HNW and UHNW individuals and families.
A proven leader in investment immigration, Dr. Kimemia provides bespoke strategic guidance and structures residency and investment portfolios that align with clients’ goals for international presence, asset protection, and financial agility. She collaborates closely with global immigration experts and luxury real estate developers to deliver premium, often exclusive; opportunities tailored to multigenerational wealth strategies and global positioning.
Her core competencies include strategic stakeholder engagement, market innovation, and the development of sustainable, client-centric business models. Dr. Kimemia is widely respected for her ability to craft and deliver compelling customer value propositions, aligned with the evolving needs of clients across life stages and wealth segments.
Dr. Kimemia is also a highly sought-after speaker and thought leader, having delivered keynote addresses at prestigious platforms including the Nigerian Bar Association Annual Conference, WIMBIZ, SheCan Nigeria, and Elevate Africa’s Global Convening.
She is deeply engaged in community development and social impact initiatives. Dr. Kimemia is the Founder and Convener of Women of Power, a platform dedicated to empowering women through networking, storytelling, and personal transformation.
The initiative encourages women to own their narratives and lead with authenticity and confidence. She also serves as the Lead Sponsor of The Future Association, a youth-focused forum supporting teenagers and young adults from the Makoko informal settlements in Nigeria. Through mentorship, education, and empowerment programs, the association provides pathways for young people to envision and create better futures.
Previous Roles:
- Chief Executive Officer, Optiva Capital Partners
- Executive Director & Head, Wealth Management Standard Chartered Bank for Kenya, Uganda & Tanzania, overseeing Investment Banking, Bancassurance, and Forex
- Managing Director, Standard Chartered Investment Services (SCIS)
- Managing Director, Standard Chartered Insurance Agencies Ltd. (SCIAL)
- General Manager, Priority & International Banking, Standard Chartered Bank, East Africa
- Head, Premier Banking, Barclays Bank Kenya
- Head, Workplace Banking, Barclays Bank Kenya
- Project Manager, Barclays Bank Kenya
Education, Professional Qualifications and Membership
- Executive Education Graduate, INSEAD, Singapore
- Certified PRINCE2 Practitioner (Projects in Controlled Environments)
- Bachelor’s Degree, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya
. Member, Capital Club, Lagos State
Awards:
- U.S. Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award (2024) – For outstanding leadership, humanitarian contributions, and commitment to community development (Future Leaders Association, Women of Power Forum, Women Empowerment Initiatives)
- Global Corporate Leadership Award, Global Reputation Forum (UK), 2024
- Pan African Achievers Award (House of Lords, UK), 2024
- Global Ambassador, Elevate Africa, by His Royal Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III CFR and Her Royal Majesty, Olori Atuwatse III
- Named one of Nigeria’s 50 Most Outstanding and Impactful Women in Leadership by The Guardian (2024)
- Listed among BusinessDay’s Top 25 CEOs, 2023
- Recognized as one of East Africa’s Top 25 Most Powerful Women in the C-Suite, 2022
