Oluwaseyi “Olu” Adeleke is a graphic designer based in Chicago. He started prgrssn in 2016 which is a clothing brand that takes moments in Black history and creates unique apparel that he pairs with immersive brand activations throughout the country.

The brand is heavily inspired by the current climate of injustice against people of color. prgrssn seeks to combat that with powerful apparel that will educate the wearer and those around them. Each shirt is meant to be a conversation starter and learning experience for those willing to listen. Most importantly, each piece allows the wearer to stand in solidarity with oppressed groups as strides toward justice are made.

As his brand continues to grow, Olu has also leveraged his graphic design skills to help clients effectively communicate their stories through his intentional approach to storytelling and world-building. His past partners include SocialWorks Chicago, Chicago Votes, Nike Chicago, femdot., and Grammy-Award-winning artist Nico Segal.