Osas Otasowie, MS, MFT.

As the Executive Director at The Children's Center of the Antelope Valley (CCAV) in Lancaster, California and the previous Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Director, Osas has been at the forefront of driving positive change. With a track record of facilitating educational, employment, leadership, and professional development opportunities, she has positively impacted staff and leaders of organizations and businesses locally, nationally, and internationally, creating sustainable change.

In addition to her role at Olive Consulting International, Osas is the founder of Olive Support Services (OSS), a mental health and social services organization in Antelope Valley, California. Her journey also includes being the inaugural Faith-based and Community Programs Director of the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region. Starting as a coordinator, she built and managed a network of affiliates and partners. Beyond her Professional roles, Osas is a dynamic trainer, coach, entrepreneur, and conference speaker. She humbly serves as the presiding Bishop at the Temple of Deliverance Ministries International. Osas cherishes her roles as a dedicated wife and a mother to four wonderful children.

Osas' remarkable contributions have earned her National, State, and County Recognitions, including the White House Center for Faith-Based and Community Partnerships. She was honored with the John D. Solomon Award in 2015 and the Building Resilience in Diverse Communities Recognition in 2016.

With academic achievements spanning continents, Osas holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and Literature from the University of Benin in Nigeria. She further pursued a Master of Science degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix. Currently, Osas is on the path to earning a Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology degree with an emphasis in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Grand Canyon University, USA.