Ikechukwu Oguegbu
Entrepreneur Ikechukwu Oguegbu founded Veii Apparel, an activewear brand launched in 2019 while he was a student-athlete at the University of Maryland.
Ikechukwu Oguegbu's Bio
Ikechukwu Oguegbu is an entrepreneur and the founder of Veii Apparel, an activewear brand launched in February 2019. While a student-athlete at the University of Maryland, Oguegbu drew inspiration from Under Armour founder and fellow UMD alum Kevin Plank to build his own apparel company.
The name "Veii" comes from an ancient Roman city known for its power and prominence, reflecting Oguegbu's vision for a brand that combines visual appeal with rich history. Under his leadership, Veii Apparel has grown into a mission-driven brand committed to nurturing mental and physical well-being within its community.
Oguegbu's journey from student-athlete to founder embodies the brand's motto, "Be the Difference," and his commitment to self-improvement and uplifting communities continues to drive Veii's impact initiatives, including youth sports programs and charitable partnerships.
Career Timeline
2019 — Founded Veii Apparel
Started Veii Apparel while a student-athlete at the University of Maryland.
2019 — Launched Veii Apparel activewear brand
Officially launched the Veii Apparel brand with a mission to inspire through apparel.
2020 — Built brand mission around 'Be the Difference'
Established the brand's core mission of self-improvement and community uplift.
2023 — Expanded impact initiatives
Launched youth sports programs and charitable partnerships through the IMPACT initiative.
2024 — Launched Kataka Arts partnerships
Expanded community impact through Kataka Arts uniform partnerships.
2025 — Featured on How I Built This Advice Line
Appeared on HIBT Advice Line Episode 734 to share the Veii Apparel story.
