S39 community road ago Palace way okota Lagos – NG
+234 803 457 3256 – NG
Company Registration No: 8971651
Our story
Meet Gloria Mary Ezennia, founder of Goeve Emerald Royale—an accountant, social entrepreneur and builder of beauty, confidence and economic opportunity through African craftsmanship.
About the founder
My name is Gloria Mary Ezennia, a creative artist focusing on handmade jewellery and cultural embellishments
My journey did not begin in a boardroom, but in the retail shops and markets of Jos, where I worked while funding my education. I am an accountant by training, a graduate of the University of Jos, and currently an MBA candidate at the Roxbourg Institute of Social Entrepreneurship.
However, my most profound lessons were not learned in a classroom. They were learned through the grit of starting a jewelry business with my meager savings, the vulnerability of being a housewife in Lagos with no independent income, and the courage it took to rebuild my life through craftsmanship.
The journey
A personal experience of resilience became the foundation for a business committed to culture, confidence and economic independence.
I often say that I am a product of mentorship. During my time with Ardyss International, I met my “guardian angels,” Sharon Riviere and Jean Kimpson. They saw a spark in me that I had not yet fully recognized.
They shifted my mindset from survival to leadership, teaching me that a woman’s confidence is her greatest asset. Because of them, I did not just return to business—I returned with a vision to build an empire.
What started as a small jewelry collection has blossomed into Goeve Emerald Royale. Today, we provide the full regalia of African identity—from intricate beadwork and ornaments to high-quality fabrics and ready-to-wear chieftaincy attire.
But for me, this is not just about fashion. Every piece we create is a testament to the belief that skill is the only currency that cannot be taken away from a woman. After facing the “Dependency Trap” and the risks of a dangerous job market myself, I realized that my business had a higher calling.
I do not just run a store; I lead a movement for social inclusion and economic self-reliance. I use my platform to solve the problems I once faced and to ensure that creative talent can become a pathway to dignity and ownership.
I have walked the path of the disadvantaged woman, and I have found the way out. Now, my responsibility is to leave the door open for others to follow.
Gloria Mary Ezennia
Mission of responsibility
Goeve Emerald Royale uses craftsmanship and enterprise education to move women from financial dependency to creative autonomy.
We provide vocational training to women, moving them from financial dependency to creative autonomy.
We teach the “Business of Craft,” turning talented artisans into skilled, confident and professional entrepreneurs.
By helping women earn their own income, we ensure they never have to compromise their safety or dignity for a paycheck.
My vision
Through my ongoing MBA at Roxbourg, I am professionalizing my passion. I am learning to scale the impact of Goeve Emerald Royale so that more women can turn their creative heritage into financial security.
Our partners
We are proud to work with organizations that support innovation, education, enterprise and community development.
Our team
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Let’s connect
Whether you are here to find the perfect cultural attire that speaks to your heritage, or you are a partner looking to support our empowerment initiatives, I am honored to have you here.
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