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“Haughtiness goes before destruction; humility precedes honor.”
Proverbs 18:12 NLT
WHO IS OLAOLU??
Olaolu Ogunyemi is a loving husband, father, mentor, award-winning writer, and U.S. Marine Officer with an unshakable passion for working with children—fueled by an endless supply of energy and imagination! Since childhood, he has been known as the “life of the party,” bringing his exuberant personality into everything he does.
Born the fifth of six children in Ruston, Louisiana, Olaolu attended Alma J. Brown Elementary, Ruston High School, and Simsboro High School, where he graduated with honors. He continued his education at Grambling State University (GSU), actively engaging in organizations and community service initiatives such as Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Beta Gamma Sigma Honors Fraternity, Earl Lester Cole Honors College, and local churches. Olaolu was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps and later served as a Communications Officer after graduating cum laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems.
Olaolu’s passion for storytelling led him to become an Amazon best-selling children’s book author, with titles like Crow From the Shadow, Horace the Horsefly, and Billy Dipper’s Time to Shine. His engaging and insightful writing has earned him multiple awards and has been featured in numerous publications, including Leatherneck Magazine, Military Families Magazine, and Marine Corps Gazette. As a YouVersion content partner, he creates Bible plans that inspire resilience, discipline, and faith-based leadership.
Beyond writing, Olaolu is committed to making a global impact through volunteer work, mentoring, and speaking engagements. Whether through books, faith-based content, or community service, he remains dedicated to fostering strong, meaningful connections between parents, teachers, mentors, and children.
Olaolu shares his life’s journey with his beautiful wife, Brea, and their three wonderful children, Brilee, Jacob, and Eniola. A frequent traveler, he enjoys playing music, exercising, writing, and—above all—spending quality time with his family.
Olaolu has been featured in:
Featured in the Military Families Magazine (October 2023 edition)!
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Writing Awards
Marine Corps University Foundation and Alumni Association 2022 Mutter Marines Command and Control Writing Award.
2023 Readers’ Favorite Bronze Medal Award for Crow From the Shadow.
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What is Parent-Child-Connect (P2C)?
Creating Leaders Through Connection
Parent-Child-Connect (P2C) began with a vision: to help parents, teachers, mentors, and caregivers connect with the children in their lives through fun, educational, and memorable moments. These intentional connections lay the foundation for personal growth, emotional intelligence, and leadership development.
As a father, mentor, U.S. Marine officer, and award-winning author, I—Olaolu Ogunyemi—saw a critical need for positive resources that equip families and educators to nurture the next generation. So I created P2C as a trusted platform where children and adults alike could grow together.
Our Mission Has Grown.
Today, P2C has expanded to become more than a resource for families—it’s a movement that teaches, mentors, and inspires early and emerging leaders to become resilient, purpose-driven influencers in their homes, communities, and beyond.
Whether you’re reading a storybook with your child, guiding a teen through life’s challenges, or preparing a young adult for the rigors of leadership, P2C is here to support you.
The P2C Book Series
Stories That Spark Growth
Teaching life lessons can be tough—but it doesn’t have to be boring. The P2C Book Series offers a fun, imaginative, and practical way to connect with your child while addressing important topics like:
- Self-worth
- Overcoming adversity
- Emotional awareness
- Financial literacy
- Positive decision-making
- Leadership development
These award-winning and best-selling books—like Crow From the Shadow, Horace the Horsefly, and Billy Dipper’s Time to Shine—make learning exciting and meaningful.
Whether at bedtime, during class, or in mentorship sessions, P2C books help you teach life-changing lessons while creating powerful, unforgettable experiences.
Why the Crow?
You may have heard me say, “We rebranded the crow.” It’s more than a catchy phrase—it’s a symbol of the transformation we all have the power to undergo.
The crow, often misunderstood and underestimated, became the unlikely hero of our flagship book, Crow From the Shadow. Just like many of the young people we serve, Crow learns to rise above doubt, fear, and “the Shadow” of negative influence to discover his true identity and power.
This story—and the crow itself—reminds us all:
You determine your own future!
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