About us

Our Commitment to Excellence in Consulting

M.Bryan Consulting Ltd is a Human Capital Development Organization specializing in Learning Transfer Effectiveness. We partner with organizations to enhance their productivity and profitability by focusing on their most critical resource; their people. The long-term success of any company hinges on its employees’ ability to effectively and sustainably learn and apply new information, leading to improved work performance and increased profitability. We are dedicated to enhancing your team’s performance, helping them develop essential skills, and fostering job satisfaction to ensure they work effectively and enthusiastically.

We empower individuals and organizations with capacity-building tools designed to optimize their personal, professional, and corporate effectiveness. We have an unrelenting commitment to deliver superior results to our clients and stakeholders. Thereby challenging them to think, engage, and perform.

Our goal is to consistently, intentionally, and deliberately add value by fostering growth in both individuals and organizations through our diverse solutions. The performance of your people is central to the performance of your business. Only skilled, committed, and engaged individuals can effortlessly execute your organizational strategy.

We are your one-stop solution for Training, Coaching, Mentoring, and HR Consulting Services.

"YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR SUCCESS, AND YOUR GROWTH IS OUR GROWTH”

Our Values (PIITS)

"We are defined by the Values we Hold Dear"

  • Passion
  • Innovation
  • Integrity
  • Teamwork
  • Service Excellence

Meet the Minds Behind Our Success

Sandra Ihenacho

CEO/ Managing Partner

Titilola Bashorun

Director, Human Resources

Ifeoma Eze

Team Lead, Business Development

Samson Onibokun

Team Lead, Consulting Services

Yvonne Igbeka

Team Lead, Operations & Project

Chukwuemeka Akwikwu

Chairman

Esther Obiajulu

Member

Gideon Atariere

Member

Yemi Adesanya

Member

Olayinka Ijabiyi

Member

Tony Ibeziako

Member

Muritala Yusuf

Member

Oluwatoyin Aralepo

Faculty

Arousa Osemwegie

Faculty

Bola Onime

Faculty

Kehinde Akintobi

Faculty

Stella Obialor

Faculty

Chiedozie Egbe

Faculty

Barbara Lawrence

Faculty

Jude Adigwe

Faculty

Adepeju Adegoke

Faculty

Michael Ogu

Faculty

Busola ALofe

Faculty

John Kuro

Faculty

Olufunke Adio

Faculty

Victor Diali

Faculty

Sophie Ejelue

Faculty

Kimberly Anne Harris

Lead Faculty

Dr. Michael Ogu

Faculty

Joan Mugenzi

Faculty

Hsing Mei Huang

Faculty

Dr. Batool Asiri

Faculty

Alina Brandenburg

Faculty

Barbara Lawrence

Faculty

Fayza Mohammed Sadik

Faculty

Maria Alexandrakis De Castro

Faculty

Sandra Ihenacho

Faculty

Sandra Ihenacho

CEO/ Managing Partner

Sandra is a passionate and purpose-driven C-Suite Executive who is intentional and deliberate about creating individual and corporate change. She is the Chief Executive Officer with over 16 years of professional experience. Sandra has a wealth of experience in leadership and management, human resources, and coaching and mentoring.

Sandra is a Certified IFC Global Master Trainer, IFC-LPI Certified Trainer, Certified IFC-LPI TPMA Assessor, signatory to the GLC Principles for Learning, Certified Transformational Coach, Professional Certified Group and Team Coach, and a Kirkpatrick Certified Professional Bronze Level.

Sandra is very passionate about the girl child, the woman gender, and volunteering and so sits on various groups such as: The Association of Elite Human Resource Professionals (AEHRP) a non-for-profit HR association where she is a member of the Board of Trustees as the Director of Finance, Sandra Ihenacho Foundation as the Executive Director, and Christian Women International Network as the Executive Director.

Sandra has designed and developed training content for so many organizations and trained over 15,000 participants. Sandra has also moderated several strategies and envisioning sessions and consulted for micro, small, medium, and large businesses, and public sector institutions.

Sandra speaks on workplace learning matters at both domestic and international conferences. In designing courses, conducting training sessions, training other trainers, managing training projects, coaching individuals, groups or team, or mentoring Sandra always brings passion, enthusiasm, and a growth mindset into it (PEG).

Sandra is a resource person with the Lagos Business School (LBS), a faculty with the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC), Star Sapphire Training and Consulting and Financial Institute Training and Consulting (FITC). Sandra won an HR Award given by Career Nations in Ghana (2013) in recognition of her mentoring roles. She is known as The Oracle.

Titilola Bashorun

Director, Human Resources

Titilola is a senior HR Professional with over 22 years of varied experience in financial services, consulting, and private industry within and outside the country with competence in Talent Management, Employee Relations, Recruitment and Selection, Performance Management, Manpower Planning, Organizational Development/Change, Culture Transformation, Career Development, Learning & Development and Compensation & Benefits Management.

Titilola also has vast experience in coaching and mentoring, career counselling and personality assessment administration.
Titilola is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) and Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD), UK.

She is an alumnus of the Lagos Business School. She holds the British Psychological Society Certificate of Competence in Occupational Testing – Knight Chapman Psychological (KCP) UK. Titilola is also a Certified Transformational Coach.

Ifeoma Eze

Team Lead, Business Development

Ifeoma is a versatile and results-driven professional with extensive experience across marketing and administrative roles, honed during her time at F&C Securities. With a strong foundation in Accountancy (BSc.) and a commitment to continuous improvement, she is currently pursuing a certification in Business Management at the European Business School Luxemburg.
Throughout her career, Ifeoma has demonstrated exceptional adaptability and a keen ability to manage diverse responsibilities. Her experience in the marketing department has equipped her with a deep understanding of customer needs and the strategic mindset required to craft impactful campaigns. Her administrative roles gave her expertise in operational efficiency and organizational skills, which she leverages to optimize processes and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
A servant leader at heart, Ifeoma is passionate about nurturing collaborative and high-performing teams. She firmly believes that teamwork is the foundation of success and is dedicated to empowering others to reach their full potential. Her leadership approach is rooted in empathy, transparency, and a commitment to fostering an environment where innovation and excellence thrive.
Ifeoma is deeply passionate about her work and is committed to delivering excellence in everything she does. She views every challenge as an opportunity for growth and approaches each project with a high level of professionalism and determination. With her diverse skill set and unwavering dedication, she is well-positioned to contribute meaningfully to any organization’s success.

Samson Onibokun

Team Lead, Consulting Services

Samson Onibokun is an HR Consultant and Education Development Consultant with a decade of experience. His expertise spans Organization and People Development, Capacity Building, School Development Strategies, and Career Counseling. Samson has assisted businesses and organizations across Nigeria in establishing their HR departments and developing their HR processes. He has provided and continues to provide consultancy services to organizations in various industries, including retail, real estate, banking, education, automobile, and NGOs.
Samson holds a degree in Business Education from Tai Solarin University of Education and a Master’s degree in Education Psychology and Policy Development from DeBroc University, London. He is a member and associate member of several professional bodies, including SHRM, CHRM, AIHR, Hacking HR, Immaculate Business School, UCI, and ISMN. Samson is committed to continuous learning and enjoys taking on challenging tasks related to his profession. Samson is a lover of God and the author of “School Parlance of the Day.”

Yvonne Igbeka

Team Lead, Operations & Project

Yvonne embarked on her professional journey as a Strategy Analyst and eventually ascended to the position of Interim Unit Head within the Business Process Unit at BUA Group, a renowned conglomerate with extensive interests in FMCG and Manufacturing. In this capacity, she spearheaded the Business Process team, skillfully applying lean principles to usher in effective organizational change management, cost-saving initiatives, and enhanced operational efficiency. Yvonne’s professional background also encompasses diverse sectors, including Cash-In-Transit, Retail, and Education.
Her professional footprint extends beyond borders to the United Kingdom (UK), where she previously dedicated herself to working with children who have Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) in schools located in Leeds and Wakefield. Here, she provided personalized academic support aimed at nurturing confidence, and independence, and celebrating the small victories of children grappling with learning disabilities as they surmounted obstacles. Furthermore, Yvonne contributes her expertise to the Sustainability and Climate team at the Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council in the UK, focusing on health sustainability and aiding the council in meeting its NetZero targets.
Yvonne holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Enugu State University and has earned a master’s in information systems and management from Warwick Business School, along with a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree with distinction from Huddersfield University. In addition, she is also certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP).
As a valuable addition to the management team, Yvonne assumes the role of Team Lead, Operations. Yvonne is passionate about collaborative work and knowledge sharing, driven by a commitment to continual learning and fostering a healthier environment and community. She also dedicates herself to supporting the development of individuals, particularly those with special needs. Yvonne has a deep thirst for knowledge and, in her leisure time, finds solace in reading, cooking, and volunteering.

Chukwuemeka Akwikwu

Chairman - Advisory Board

With over 23 years of experience in the reinsurance industry, Chukwuemeka Akwiwu has established himself as a strategic leader with a deep understanding of global and regional markets. Appointed as Group Executive Director of Continental Reinsurance Plc in 2021, he plays a pivotal role in steering the company’s growth and innovation across its operations in Nigeria, Cameroon, Kenya, Cote D’Ivoire, Tunisia, and Botswana.
Before joining Continental Reinsurance, Mr. Akwiwu spent two decades at Gen Re a Berkshire Hathaway Company, where he held key leadership positions, including P&C Sub-Sahara Regional Manager, Property Manager for South Africa, the UK, and Ireland. His expertise in underwriting, risk management, and market development significantly contributed to Gen Re’s regional success and market presence.
Emeka Akwiwu holds a bachelor’s degree in government and public administration from Abia State University, Nigeria, a Diploma in Insurance from the Chartered Insurance Institute, London. He is also an alumnus of the prestigious Said Business School, Oxford, and Lagos Business School.

Esther Obiajulu

Member, Advisory Board

Esther Obiajulu has over ten years of experience spanning through Consulting, Financing, Manufacturing, and healthcare sectors. She has a first degree in Philosophy from the University of Benin and a master’s degree in Sociology from the University of Lagos. She is an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria and has certifications from AIHR Academy and CHRMP. She is a professional with analytical skills and a drive to develop others, a Human Resources Professional who can optimally apply skills, passion, and knowledge to ensure stakeholders’ satisfaction. She is a great advocate for process, professionalism, organization, and people development.

Esther started her career in the banking sector in 2012 and then transitioned into HR in 2014. Since then, she has held different roles in the HR space in Performance Management, Talent Management, and Business Partnering. She is currently the HR Manager of UAC Restaurants Limited.

During her career in the HR space, Esther has been able to work on various projects such as the development of Career, Competency, Graduate Trainee, Talent and Succession Management, and Reward and Recognition Frameworks, to mention a few. She has successfully worked on and championed Change Management and OD projects in different organizations.
She is passionate about people development, business improvement and transformation. She believes in leveraging data analytics to make business decisions. She loves to see people and businesses grow and is always intentional about adding value to people, processes, and systems.

Gideon Ataraire

Member, Advisory Board

Gideon Ataraire is the Chief Executive Officer of Allianz Life Insurance Ghana. He has a bachelor’s degree in Agric Economics from Ambrose Ali University, Nigeria, a master’s degree in Global HR Management from the University of Liverpool, and a Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Insurance from the Malta Insurance Institute. He also holds a certificate in Strategic Planning from the Consultants Development Institute, Minneapolis USA.

He is a Certified Management Trainer, Certified PPA Administrator, DDI accredited Facilitator, an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (ACIPM), an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Insurance, Ghana (CIIG), a Board Member at Allianz Insurance Ghana and a few other companies in Ghana and Nigeria. Gideon was at one time, a Director of the World Institute of Action Learning (WIAL, USA).
Gideon has a wealth of experience in people management, strategy, start-ups, re-organization, and transformation, as well as restructuring, spanning Insurance, Telecoms and Banking. He has immense passion and drive for training and imparting knowledge and has facilitated many conferences and seminars worldwide.

As the CEO of Allianz Life Ghana, he has achieved huge feats and numerous firsts in the Ghana insurance market. Under Gideon’s captainship, Allianz Life Ghana has won 14 different awards in 4 years including the Fastest Growing Insurance Company in Ghana for 2019 and the Best Growing Insurance Company in Ghana for 2020 and 2021 from the Ghana Insurance Awards to mention a few. He also won the award of the Best Insurance CEO, in 2021.

Yemi Adesanya

Member, Advisory Board

Yemi Adesanya is an experienced Finance Executive and Chartered Accountant with cross-functional experience gathered over 24+ years in financial services, IT services and consulting. She has worked in various capacities in the areas of strategy formulation and planning, management accounting and performance management, financial control, business process engineering, ERP implementations, enterprise risk management, and internal controls.
Over her career, she has held different positions as Financial Analyst, Head of Market & Liquidity Risk, Financial Controller, Head Control Techniques and Standards, Head Business Performance Monitoring. She currently leads the Financial Control Department, as Controller, in one of the topmost commercial banks in Nigeria.
Yemi is a lover of the arts and has a passion for learning and improvement. She has so far invented two card games: The Game of Giants, and Jungle. Her first book titled Musings of a Tangled Tongues is a collection of poems; her second book which she co-authored is social debate and commentary titled Nigerians in Theory. She enjoys reading across diverse domains, playing Sudoku and table-tennis. Yemi is married with two beautiful children.

Olayinka Ijabiyi (FNIMN, AAPCON, ANIPR)

Member, Advisory Board

Olayinka Ijabiyi is a Senior Brand and Stakeholder Management with over 26 years’ experience in sectors that include Media, Charity, Telecommunications, Entertainment and Banking. Yinka is an integrated marketing expert. Yinka has played critical roles in various brand marketing watershed moments in international organisations including successfully project managing the success of Brutish Council Nigeria’s 60th Anniversary Celebrations, driving the brand refresh of First Bank in 2014 as well as the 125th anniversary celebration of the bank in 2019 among a host of other activities.

Yinka loves to write and take photographs because both tell the stories that enable the human species to innovate, create and survive. Yinka is interested in blue ocean innovative ideas as well as innovation-as-process-improvement opportunities.

Yinka has a BA in English Language from Ondo State University, Ado Ekiti (now Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti) and a master’s in public and international affairs from the University of Lagos. He is a Fellow of the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN) and Associate of both the Nigeria Institute of Public relations (NIPR) and the Advertisers Practitioners Council of Nigeria (APCON).

Tony Ibeziako

Member, Advisory Boad

Tony Ibeziako is the Acting Capital Markets Divisional Head and Head of Primary Market at the Nigerian Exchange Limited. He holds a pivotal role with diverse responsibilities, including spearheading business development and listing efforts, achieving revenue and profitability targets, nurturing strong relationships with listed companies, overseeing capital raising and liquidity events, facilitating M&A transactions and block divestments, and leading advocacy efforts and strategic initiatives. Tony supervises ongoing market reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business, including initiatives such as the NGX Premium Board, NGX Main Board, the ongoing revamp of the Growth Board, NGX Memorandum listing, NGX E-IPO platform, and the NEW Technology Board.

With over 2 decades of diverse experience spanning local and international markets, Tony has held key positions at esteemed institutions such as HSBC Bank UK, ING Direct UK (now Barclays Bank), and within the Diamond Bank Group (now Access Bank).
Tony is a graduate of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, he holds an MSc Degree in Entrepreneurial and Business Studies from the University of Glamorgan, UK, a Certification in Disruptive Strategies from Harvard Business School, and a qualified Solicitor and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. He holds professional memberships with the Nigerian Bar Association, the Institute of Chartered Arbitrators, and the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS). Outside of his professional endeavours,

Tony enjoys traveling, football, jogging, and watching movies, and he cherishes a fulfilling married life.

Muritala Yusuf

Member, Advisory Board

Muritala Yusuf is an accomplished technology executive with over 18 years of experience in information technology across the financial services sector. He holds a degree in Electronics & Computer Engineering from Lagos State University and an MBA from the University of Lagos. He has further enriched his expertise through management and strategy programs at Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania, and Lagos Business School.
Throughout his career, Muritala has played pivotal roles in digital transformation initiatives for several leading banks in Nigeria, including FCMB, Stanbic IBTC, Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), and Access Bank. At GTBank, he led the development and deployment of several innovative digital solutions and was instrumental in enhancing the bank’s digital strategy. His efforts at Access Bank included developing the bank’s digital roadmap and leading critical software testing initiatives, which supported the bank’s vision of becoming Africa’s gateway to the world.

As Head of IT Governance and Strategy at ARM Pensions, he spearheaded the company’s digital transformation, successfully transitioning it into the most technologically advanced pension fund administrator in the industry. His achievements included the deployment of various digital platforms, such as the “Walk into Tomorrow” AI-driven customer portal, and leading industry-wide initiatives like the unique customer identity system in collaboration with the National Pension Commission (the Data-Recapture Initiative).
Currently, as the Chief Technology Officer at Credit Direct Limited, he has led the transformation of the company’s technology landscape by deploying a cloud-based core lending platform (NX360), launching multiple customer-facing digital solutions, and creating data-driven insights. His leadership has earned Credit Direct the accolade of the most innovative company within the FCMB Group.

Recognized for his exceptional leadership and contributions to the credit ecosystem, Muritala was awarded the prestigious Fellow title by the Institute of Credit Administration of Nigeria in 2023.

Oluwatoyin Aralepo

Faculty, Training/ Consulting

Esther Oluwatoyin Aralepo is a commercially astute business leader and finance professional, with over 20 years of experience across Banking, Telecoms, and FinTech. She has made a name for herself as a “strategic finance expert” in building strong financial frameworks.

She is currently the Director, of Finance – Programs FP&A at the Mastercard Foundation. Previously, she had worked in various multifunctional, multi-sectoral roles, and led multifunctional teams of over 50 people in finance strategy, business partnering, financial controls, and governance to support corporate decisions.
She has received several awards such as Top 100, 2022 Power Woman by the Power Woman Network, one of the Top 50 Women in Management in Africa – 2023, 50 Most Inspiring Authors in Nigeria 2023, Top 50 Inspiring Women in Nigeria 2023, Top 100 Career Women in Africa 2023, Global Women in Business & Leadership Awards 2023. An official member of the Forbes Finance Council. She is also the author of the book ‘How to Attract Billion-Dollar Investors.

Arousa Osemwegie

Faculty

Aruosa is a Human Resource & Organization development consultant, Customer Experience consultant, soft skills facilitator, Workplace Readiness coach, Life & Career Coach, Business Innovation Consultant, Writer, and Author with over 20 years of experience. He is currently the Managing Partner, Addium Consulting.

He is an IFC-LPI Certified Trainer; a Certified John Maxwell Leadership trainer; certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and a Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR). He is an alumnus of the Harvard Business School and the Lagos Business School’s executive development programs in Human Capital Management.

Bolanle Onime

Faculty

Bolanle Onime is a graduate of English from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Osun State, Nigeria and holds a master’s degree in industrial & labour Relations from the University of Lagos, Akoka, Yaba. She is a Full Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (MCIPM) and the Institute of Training and Development (MNITAD), a Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultant (FIMC), Associate member of WIMBIZ and a member of HRCI and SHRM.

She is an experienced Human Resource practitioner with a demonstrated history of working in Investment Banking, Insurance, IT, Aviation IT, Maritime and currently in the Pension Industry. Her areas of core competencies are Strategic HR Management, Learning and Development, Performance Management and Organizational Development amongst others. She is currently the Deputy Head of Human Resources at Leadway Pensure PFA.

Kehinde Akintobi

Faculty

Kehinde Akintobi is the Senior Talent Acquisition and Identification Manager at Nigerian Bottling Company. He has over 14 years of recruitment, Human Resources and Consulting experience providing solutions for leading organizations such as Nestle, Coca-Cola, Fonterra, PZ Cussons, Friesland Campina, Siemens, First Bank Group, AXA Mansard and many others.

He is passionate about matters relating to career, entrepreneurship, leadership, self-development, and national reorientation. He has authored 3 books. He has spoken to thousands of youths, working professionals and business leaders and believes people hold the potential to drive new possibilities at home, at work, in society, the economy, and the nation

Stella Obialor

Faculty

Stella has a B.Sc. in Business Administration and an MSC in Management from the University of Lagos; She is a certified and licensed Human Resources Professional, a full member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria, a Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources; a Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultant of Nigeria; a Certified Management Consultant from the International Council of Management Consultant USA; a Certified Personal Development Coach from the prestigious Coaching Academy in the United Kingdom; a certified Neurolinguistic Practitioner(NLP); a Full Member of the Mentoring and Career Institute of Nigeria and a Certified Behavioral Change Practitioner.

She is a seasoned and strategic HR practitioner with over two decades of experience in executive capacities across diverse industries. She collaborates with businesses, providing advisory support across the HR value chain. She is currently the Chief Operations Officer at VIISAUS Technology Ltd. Stella is an Author, a Coach, a Mentor, a Counsellor, a Therapist, a Facilitator, and a People Manager.

Chiedozie Egbe

Faculty

Chiedozie is a highly competent and result-oriented professional, excelling as a Senior Human Resources Generalist, Business Development Service Provider, and LEAD Fellow. With a proven background in key HR areas such as Recruitment, Performance Management, Payroll, Compensation & Benefits, Outsourcing and Training, he brings a wealth of expertise.

He is currently the Director of Business Development with BridgeGap Consults Limited and was Licensed & certified as a Business Development Service provider in July 2022 by the Small & Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and Enterprise Development Center (EDC).

Barbara Lawrence

Faculty

Barbara has over 21 years of extensive experience and a career with the Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Ltd (SPDC). She joined Shell as an Environmentalist and held various positions including Issues Management Adviser at the Shell Centre, London; Head of External Relations Strategy & Planning, Transformation Manager, Communication & Change Manager and the Regional Organizational Effectiveness, Change & Planning Manager, Shell Africa.

Her last two positions included being a Trusted Adviser to SPDC Directors and an Internal Coach; she also, helped the leadership to drive and move change program, including embedding the 9 Planets (Leadership Behaviours) hence extensive networking with directors and other senior leaders in the company and around the Shell Group worldwide.

Jude Adigwe

Faculty

Jude holds a B.Sc. in Psychology and an M.Sc. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of Ibadan as well as a professional certification in Human Resource Management (HRM) from the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management Nigeria. Jude also holds a Senior Professional in Human Resources International certification from the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) headquartered in the United States.

His HRM professional insights are drawn from experiences from six (6) different positions in five (5) companies embedded in five (5) industries (banking; education management; IT; media; pharmaceutical and FMCG) and he has had the privilege of sitting on the board of two (2) of these companies, small firms albeit.
In the last 12 years, Jude has taught over 1200 participants that cut across academic, business, and religious settings. He is the Head of Organization Development at Sterling Bank Limited and one of the in-house Career Advisory coaches in the bank.

Adepeju Adegoke

Faculty

Adepeju Adegoke is the Managing Partner of Imisi Performance Improvement Solutions. She is a graduate of Fisheries Management (University of Ibadan), an Advanced diploma in Human Resources Management and a Master’s in industrial and Labour Relations (MILR) from the University of Lagos.

She is a Full member of the Charted Institute of Personnel Management (MCIPM); Certified Management Consultant (PSSDC and Silver Pebble UK (Agent for Chartered Management Institute (CMI) & CMD; Certified Trainer from the Centre for Management Development (CMD); Certified Key Performance Indicator Practitioner (C-KPIP); Certified Coach (PCCP); A trained Corporate and Board Member (LBS).

Adepeju loves to create graphics and animation videos using animation software; A wannabe Compere and ardent lover of over 50’s having a second half-life career.

Dr. Michael Ogu

Faculty

Dr Michael Ogu is a seasoned expert in human resources, learning and development, talent
management, and behavioural change management. With over 15 years of multidisciplinary, multicultural, and multisectoral experience across diverse climes, markets, and industries, Dr. Ogu is well-equipped to tackle complex organizational challenges.

He earned his bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, and his master’s degree in public and international Affairs from the University of Lagos. He also holds a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Leadership and Talent Development (Honoris Causa) from Myles Leadership University.

Busola Alofe

Faculty

Busola is a versatile Business Executive and HR Leader with broad and deep leadership experience overseeing activities & teams across diverse sectors and countries worldwide (Asia, US, Europe, Middle East, and Sub-Saharan Africa). For many decades and in several industries, in her various roles, Busola partnered with Business Leaders at the Board and C-suite levels on the definition and execution of Business Strategy. She leads diverse teams on Consulting, Operational Delivery, Organization Development, Post Merger Integration, Project, and Change Management efforts etc.

She is also a highly regarded SME and Facilitator of Learning & Development interventions at which she helps distil insights and hone skills, also drawing from her broad experience adding value to Safety Leadership, Culture Change, Business Improvement, Digital Transformation, HRM, Execution Excellence, Financial Management and Project Delivery.

Busola has a master’s degree in English as a Second Language (ESL) from the prestigious Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU), and possesses professional certifications from institutions in Nigeria and abroad. She currently runs her Business & Management Consulting Firm – The Bristlecone Experience Ltd (TBEXL), which she started in June 2022.

John Kuro

Faculty

John has a B.Sc. in Geography, a Masters in Managerial Psychology, and an M.Sc. in Entrepreneurship. He is a Learning & Development Professional with the Learning & Development Network Int’l (LDNI) which is affiliated to the Association of Talent Management, USA.

John has over 15 years of cognate banking experience from four banks – Standard Trust Bank, GTBank, Access Bank and UBA where he left as a Senior Manager. He also served as COO at the Centre for Health Sciences Training, Research, and Development (CHESTRAD). While in banking, he was in Sales roles, supervising teams in multiple branches as a Regional Head across GTBank, Access Bank and UBA. Kuro is also great at explaining profound things in simple, applicable ways.

Olufunke Adio

Faculty

Olufunke Adio is a Culture Transformation Consultant, a Certified Behavioural Consultant, an Accredited Management Trainer and an astute HR Professional. An Agile Coach and SCRUM Certified [SFC] Professional.
With a BSc in Chemistry from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria and a PGD in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management also from the same university, Olufunke obtained a Professional Diploma in Human Resources from CIPMN. A John Maxwell trainer and speaker, Olufunke is a teacher at her core and helps individuals, groups and organizations expand capacity in both Personal, Leadership and Organizational effectiveness.

Olufunke is the Lead Consultant at Olive and Pearce, a Learning and Culture Transformation company where she assists her clients through Speaking, Training, Facilitating, Consulting and Coaching.

Victor Diali

Faculty

Victor is a highly experienced Managerial Psychologist, Leadership and Team Effectiveness Coach, and Sales Specialist, with more than 24 years of professional experience spanning Banking, Information Technology and Consulting. More than 16 of those years in senior management and leadership positions. He has significant experience working with and across remote teams in different regions with diverse cultures across Africa and some parts of Europe.

He is the Regional Business Director (West Africa), Master Trainer and Accreditor, for CLARITY4D (UK). He is also the Lead Consultant and Master Trainer, Talentequip Learning and Development Limited. Victor holds several industry certifications (local and international) they are: CLARITY4D Accredited Business Partner, Insights Discovery Facilitator, HP Sales Consultant, CMD-Accredited Management Trainer, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Coach (USA), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Practitioner (USA). Timeline Therapy (USA), Learning and Development Specialist (LDNI).

Sophie Ejelue

Faculty

Sophie Ejelue is an accomplished organization people Manager with over 18 years track record of delivering top-notch organizational effectiveness through people, process, and technology. Her experience spans the Oil and Gas and Power industry. Currently, she is the Head, of HR and Admin at Azura Power West Africa Limited (the first project-financed greenfield IPP in Nigeria).

Sophie is the founder of PUSHFactor. PUSHFactor is a women-centred organization with a focus on inspiring and igniting women to achieve their purpose and dreams. Sophie is a PUSH Coach and Certified Emotional Intelligence Life Coach.

She has a bachelor’s degree in business administration and an MBA from the prestigious University of Lagos. She is SHRM certified, an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (ACIPM), an alumnus of Lagos Business School, a Member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered), and the Chairman of Ubuntu Tribe.

Kimberly Anne Harris

Faculty

Kimberly, our Lead Faculty for the one-on-one/individual coaching is a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), and Professional Certified Coach (PCC). She is a certified Transformative Coach from Coach Master Academy (CMA). Kimberly is also a certified group and team coach from Ignite Global.
Kimberly has been coaching since 2020 and has over 2000 hours of individual executive and leadership coaching hours and 70 hours of team coaching. These hours also include coaching entrepreneurs about selling their businesses.

Kimberly organizes corporate retreats for C-level teams yearly. Her next big project is men’s mental well-being, about which she holds talks and is in the process of writing a book.

Joan Mugenzi

Faculty

Joan is a dedicated Project Management Coach who empowers project managers to fully embrace the realm of effective project management. With over 25 years of experience spanning Global HR, IT, and Operations, Joan is committed to equipping teams with the skills needed to conquer challenges and attain project triumph. Her expertise lies in employing transformational methodologies to nurture project leaders, preparing them to ascend to strategic leadership roles within their organizations.

Through her coaching, Joan fosters trust-building, employee engagement, continuous learning, and innovation. She envisions project managers not only as proficient leaders but as catalysts for their teams’ full potential. By accompanying Joan on this transformative journey, individuals unlock their innate capacities and carve a path toward a gratifying and impactful project management career.

Hsing Mei Huang

Faculty

Mei is the business owner of Spring Mind Coaching. She is a Transformative Coaching Expert who holds the esteemed Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential from the International Coach Federation (ICF). She is also an active member of the International Coach Federation (ICF). Her coaching languages are English/Chinese.

Her Specializations are guiding clients through the intricacies of personal and professional relationships; Self-Identity in foreign and international environments: Empowering individuals to navigate cultural shifts and establish a strong sense of self; and Career Development. Assisting clients in crafting fulfilling career paths and strategic advancement; Self-Reconstruction after Major Life Events: Supporting individuals in overcoming challenges and rebuilding their lives post significant life changes.

Mei is known among clients for her: ability to naturally create a warm and high-support environment.

Dr. Batool Asiri

Faculty

Batool has a PhD in Accounting and Finance from Manchester Business School in Manchester, United Kingdom. An MBA Major in Accounting University of Wales United Kingdom. Postgraduate Diploma in Economics University of East Anglia Norwich United Kingdom. BSc in Business Administration with Honour, (GPA 3.9 out of 4) University of Bahrain.

Batool is an International Coaching Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and a certified group and team coach from Ignite Global. She has over 680 hours of one-on-one coaching and about 60 hours of group coaching.

Alina Brandenburg

Faculty

With two decades in communication and campaign management, Alina has collaborated with both multinational companies and entrepreneurial businesses. From a thriving banking career to a dive into the speciality coffee sector, Alina’s expertise spans interpersonal connection, team leadership, pricing policies, and promotional strategies. As the PR and Marketing Coordinator at Trend Consult, Alina plays a pivotal role in shaping communication strategies, crafting campaigns, and overseeing the company’s digital presence.

Alina is an International Coach Federation (ICF) member, and Associate Certified Coach (ACC). She is a certified Transformational Coach from Mind Learners, Transformational Coaching Program. She is currently undergoing a Positive Intelligence Program / PQ®️ Program. She can confidently say that she has decomposed and rebuilt herself and she is very capable of genuinely listening to her clients, caring for them, journeying alongside them, and injecting energy and creativity into their paths.

Fayza Mohammed Sadik

Faculty

Fayza Mohamed Sadik is a professional ICF PCC-certified leadership coach with more than 2000 hours of coaching and mentoring. She has over 21 years of corporate experience, including leadership roles in Strategy, Regulation, Risk and Commercial. Her experience spans Fayza’s passion and commitment to creating and transforming individuals into more effective and sustainable leaders through coaching and mentoring. Being an executive in corporates has made Fayza emphasise the role of women in leadership positions in private and government sectors.

Her coaching and mentoring are driven by her passion for developing and empowering high-potential leaders and teams in their organizations. Fayza is a Certified Professional Team and Group Coach, Certified DiSC assessor, Coach U (Coaching Licensed Facilitator), and PCSI (Communication Style Facilitator).

Maria Alexandrakis De Castro

Faculty

María is a Business Coach who has completed her ACC and PCC Coaching Training for a total of 150 hours at Coach Masters Academy. After her trainings, she became an ICF member and ICF German Chapter Member. In 2023 she received an ACC ICF Credential.

Maria has over 100 hours of experience in career coaching & business coaching. Apart from being a coach, she is also an SEO (Search Engine Optimization) Expert specialized in Content SEO.