He has received several academic achievements and recognitions, and has various professional and academic qualifications, which include –
- Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Business Administration, from Hillsborough Community College, Tampa Florida.
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Finance from University of South Florida, Tampa Florida.
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Administration from Florida Metropolitan University, Tampa, Florida.
- Master’s in Forensic Accounting (MAC) in Forensic Accounting from Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida.
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Financial Management/International Business and Trade from Union Institute & University, Cincinnati, Ohio.
Dr. Ikeokwu derives satisfaction in helping others achieve business and financial success. He believes that knowledge is not an inheritance but learned. His utmost goal is to share and impact his wealth of business and financial knowledge with others, especially small business entrepreneurs, so they can remain profitable in their business operations. In addition to his academic training and leadership, he served as Senior Tax Specialist with the Florida Department of Revenue for thirteen years, specializing in tax laws, auditing, sales & use tax, intangible tax, corporate tax, local option tax, and documentary stamp tax.