Bolaji James was recently promoted by Colgate-Palmolive where he now works as a Cateogry Development Analyst for the U.S. Drug Team. In his previous position with the retail development group, Bolaji was recognized for his vendor and partner work. In 2009 Bolaji earned a degree in economics from Morehouse College where he graduated as co-salutatorian, and a member of Phi Beta Kappa. At Morehouse, the native Nigerian was a member of the school’s investment club, a peer tutor and a mentor to inner city Atlanta public school students. Prior to transferring to Morehouse, Bolaji earned an associate’s degree with honors in vision care from the New York City College of Technology. During the summer of 2008, he worked at Colgate Palmolive’s global headquarters in New York City as an Inroads Intern. Long-term, Bolaji would like to be instrumental in the development of emerging markets in African nations and Latin America.