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Truly caring about your needs, as a friend and valued client. Dedicated to exceeding expectations in a competitive market. Put your trust in Jide Atilola today.
Jide Atilola
Jide was raised in Guelph after his parents emigrated here over three decades ago. He attended the University of Guelph where he graduated with Honors with a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Marketing Management with a minor in Economics and Industry Finance. From a very young age Jide always had a passion for real estate.
“For me, it’s always about integrity. One sale won’t make my career, but the right sale every time, conducted with empathy, compassion and the truth will mean I will never have issues selling houses.”
“For me, it’s always about integrity. One sale won’t make my career, but the right sale every time, conducted with empathy, compassion and the truth will mean I will never have issues selling houses.”
For Everyone
Jide Atilola is not just another real estate broker in Guelph; he’s a broker with a unique lens on life, shaped by his own racial and community experiences. Raised in Guelph as part of one of its few black families, Jide has always felt a sense of community here. However, he also noticed a void in the industry – a lack of role models who looked like him.
Jide’s philosophy in real estate was transformed during an interaction with a client of East Indian descent. The conversation evolved from mere property details to the shared experience of being a minority in Guelph. This was a pivotal moment for Jide, leading him to focus on building deeper, more personal relationships with his clients.
Having spent some years in Toronto, Jide believes that Guelph offers a different, more accepting community. Unlike in larger cities, where he often felt judged based on his appearance, Guelph has always felt like home to him. This is why he is passionate about helping families, especially those new to the community, find their perfect home in Guelph.
Recognizing the challenges that young BIPOC individuals may face, Jide initiated the Atilola Real Estate Scholarship in Business at the University of Guelph. His goal is to inspire a new generation of diverse business professionals.
Jide is committed to offering a personalized and inclusive service to all his clients. He feels fortunate to have been raised in a community where race and color are secondary, and he aims to extend that sense of inclusivity to everyone he works with.
Atilola Real Estate Scholarship
A new annual scholarship supported by a University of Guelph alumnus aims to boost opportunities for Black, Indigenous and people of colour (BIPOC) students in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics.
Jide Atilola, B.Comm. ’08, launched the Atilola Real Estate Scholarship in Business for BIPOC students in the bachelor of commerce program.
The student will receive a $1,000 scholarship, as well as mentorship from Atilola.
“These students are the future leaders of this world and to empower them with mentorship and a scholarship is a dream come true,” he says. “It’s important for students to know that the University and the community are supporting them.”
The first recipient of this scholarship, B. Comm. student Bila Souza, says the experience has been “incredibly meaningful.” Souza immigrated to Canada from the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2015 and enrolled in Lang’s accounting program in 2017. During their meeting, Atilola shared his experiences of being a Black aspiring business professional.
“His generosity has inspired me to help others and serve our community,” Souza says. “I hope that I will be on the list of future donors to help future generations to accomplish their dreams just as Jide has done with us.”
Atilola’s family immigrated to Canada from Nigeria in 1981. After graduating from U of G, he later returned to the Guelph area and now works as a real estate broker.
“These students are the future leaders of this world and to empower them with a scholarship is a dream come true for me, It's important for students to know that the University and the community are supporting them.”
Atilola Real Estate Scholarship
A new annual scholarship supported by a University of Guelph alumnus aims to boost opportunities for Black, Indigenous and people of colour (BIPOC) students in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics.
Jide Atilola, B.Comm. ’08, launched the Atilola Real Estate Scholarship in Business for BIPOC students in the bachelor of commerce program.
The student will receive a $1,000 scholarship, as well as mentorship from Atilola.
“These students are the future leaders of this world and to empower them with mentorship and a scholarship is a dream come true,” he says. “It’s important for students to know that the University and the community are supporting them.”
The first recipient of this scholarship, B. Comm. student Bila Souza, says the experience has been “incredibly meaningful.” Souza immigrated to Canada from the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2015 and enrolled in Lang’s accounting program in 2017. During their meeting, Atilola shared his experiences of being a Black aspiring business professional.
“His generosity has inspired me to help others and serve our community,” Souza says. “I hope that I will be on the list of future donors to help future generations to accomplish their dreams just as Jide has done with us.”
Atilola’s family immigrated to Canada from Nigeria in 1981. After graduating from U of G, he later returned to the Guelph area and now works as a real estate broker.
“These students are the future leaders of this world and to empower them with a scholarship is a dream come true for me, It's important for students to know that the University and the community are supporting them.”
Stepping Stone
Stepping Stone helps individuals and families experiencing homelessness step forward on a path toward securing permanent housing in Guelph-Wellington through housing focused programs and individualized support.
Stepping Stone
Stepping Stone helps individuals and families experiencing homelessness step forward on a path toward securing permanent housing in Guelph-Wellington through housing focused programs and individualized support.
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