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About Us
Discover how Akili Consulting can elevate your business through tailored strategies and innovative solutions. Our expert team is dedicated to driving your success with data-driven insights and personalized guidance.
Our Vision for the Future
Vision and Mission
At Akili Consulting, our vision is to empower businesses and individuals to reach their full potential. We believe in the power of strategic insights and data-driven solutions to drive meaningful change. Our commitment is to foster environments where innovation thrives, and growth is not just a goal but a continuous journey. By partnering with our clients, we aim to create lasting impacts that resonate across industries and communities, ensuring that every step forward is a step towards a brighter, more successful future.
Core Values of Akili Consulting
Wisdom
We value knowledge, experience, and insight as the foundation for sound decision-making.
Innovation
We embrace creativity and new approaches to drive business transformation.
Service Excellence
We are committed to delivering exceptional value and results to our clients.
Dedication
We are committed to our clients’ success and building long-term partnerships.
Optimism
We believe in fostering a positive and solution-oriented culture.
Motivation
We are driven by our clients’ needs and strive to exceed their expectations.
Who Are We?
Who Are We?
Get ready to ignite transformative growth for your business or personal brand with AKILI! Our collaborative approach and impactful ideas will amplify your voice and connect your vision, creating lasting impact across communities. From strategy to execution, we’ll guide your journey with deep analysis, inspiring dialogue, and actionable results.
Our name, Akili, embodies our commitment to intelligence and insight. We believe that genuine growth stems from a deep understanding of your organization, your industry, and your goals. By fostering deep connections and shared understanding, we unlock the power within your organization. Through expert business analysis, we distil complex challenges into actionable insights, empowering you to make informed decisions.
Akili offers a holistic approach to business growth, combining strategic insights with exceptional communication skills. By combining deep industry knowledge with a collaborative approach, we deliver actionable insights that drive tangible results. We are your trusted advisor, empowering you to make informed decisions, optimize operations, and achieve sustainable growth. Partnering with Akili means embarking on a journey of discovery, growth, and achievement.
Our commitment extends beyond the boardroom. As engaging speakers and facilitators, we ignite conversations that inspire, challenge, and transform. We believe in the transformative power of ideas, and we are passionate about creating platforms where brilliance can flourish. Together, we will collaborate, resonate, and elevate your business to new heights.
Meet Our Founder
Founder and CEO: Oupa Laka
From vision to execution, with precision and purpose.
Oupa Laka is a navigator of complexity, a craftsman of solutions, and a bridge between people, purpose, and performance. For over 15 years, Oupa has helped industries weather storms, seize opportunities, and turn challenges into catalysts for growth. Whether in the strategy room, on the global stage, or guiding the next generation of leaders, Oupa brings clarity where there’s chaos, connection where there’s distance, and vision where others see only obstacles.
The Navigator in the Storm
In the ever-changing seas of business, Oupa has been the seasoned captain steering organizations through uncharted waters. With over 15 years at the helm as a Senior Business Analyst and Consultant, he has charted courses across banking, long-term insurance, and digital execution—each industry a different ocean, each project a new voyage.
In banking, he learned the precision of navigation—where every decimal point mattered and trust was the compass. In long-term insurance, he mastered patience and foresight, understanding that the seeds sown today must be nurtured for decades. In the fast-paced world of digital execution, he embraced agility—building vessels that could turn on a dime, adapt to storms, and still reach port ahead of time.
Oupa’s journey has always been about more than just reaching destinations; it’s about creating maps for others to follow. From payments to employee benefits, from operational efficiency to digital transformation, he has been the quiet architect behind the scenes—designing solutions that endure, adapt, and inspire.
The Scholar and the Craftsman
Oupa’s approach to business is equal parts scholar and craftsman. He carries with him an Advanced Diploma in Business Analysis from Rhodes University (with distinction), a Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management from Regent Business School (cum laude), and global certifications such as Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO®) and a Master Program in Business Analysis from SimpliLearn.
But these credentials are more than ink on paper—they are tools in his toolkit. In his hands, methodologies become chisels shaping raw ideas into finely crafted solutions. Agile principles become the loom on which he weaves people, processes, and technology into seamless patterns of success.
He believes learning is not a chapter in life—it’s the entire book. This belief fuels his commitment to constant evolution, ensuring his expertise stays relevant. Every course taken, every certification earned, is another sail raised to catch the winds of change.
The Voice and the Bridge
On stage, Oupa is not just a speaker—he’s a storyteller, turning technical concepts into vivid narratives that connect head and heart. His presence has lit up global stages at the Business Analysis Summit Southern Africa (#BASummitSA – where he also served as Track Chair and Convener), the Global Africa Business Analysis Conference (#GABAC), and BA and Beyond (#BABeyond), each time sparking conversations that ripple far beyond the conference hall. As an MC and facilitator, he creates spaces where learning feels alive, laughter feels natural, and leadership feels possible for everyone in the room.
Off stage, his voice carries through coaching and mentorship. To aspiring and experienced business analysts alike, Oupa is the lighthouse—steady, guiding, and unwavering. His leadership style blends technical rigor with human empathy, helping teams and organizations see that transformation is not just about systems—it’s about people.
Whether in the boardroom or under the spotlight, Oupa is the bridge between people, purpose, and performance. He doesn’t just help individuals and organizations grow—he helps them thrive, adapt, and lead in a world where the only constant is change.
Our Brand Story
Brand story
Rooted in the Swahili language, “Akili” signifies wisdom, intelligence, and insight. For centuries, this name has been synonymous with intellectual brilliance and strategic thinking. Inspired by this profound heritage, we’ve built a firm rooted in these principles. We believe that true business acumen lies in the harmonious blend of tradition and innovation. By drawing on the wisdom of the past and embracing the possibilities of the future, we empower individuals and organizations to make informed decisions and achieve sustainable growth. By embracing the spirit of Akili, we are committed to illuminating your path to success.
In today’s complex landscape, success hinges on the ability to make informed decisions, anticipate challenges, and seize opportunities. Akili is your strategic partner, offering a unique blend of wisdom, expertise, and collaboration. In the heart of every successful enterprise lies a profound understanding of its environment and the ability to harness collective wisdom. Akili, a Swahili word signifying intelligence and wisdom, embodies this core principle.
Just as the wise leaders of old, we combine insights-driven analysis with intuitive understanding. We delve deep into the complexities of your organization, uncovering hidden opportunities and addressing challenges with strategic clarity. Our expert consultants provide tailored solutions that drive sustainable growth. We don’t just offer advice; we partner with you to implement strategies that deliver tangible results.
Beyond our analytical prowess, we believe in the transformative power of human connection. Our dynamic speakers and engaging facilitators inspire audiences, sparking conversations that ignite change. We foster a culture of learning, encouraging our clients and team members to reach their full potential.
AKILI offers a collaborative approach to help you amplify your potential and resonate change. We are your trusted advisor from strategy to execution.
Our name, Akili, embodies our commitment to intelligence and insight. We believe that genuine growth stems from a deep understanding of your organization, your industry, and your goals. By fostering deep connections and shared understanding, we unlock the power within your organization. Through expert business analysis, we distil complex challenges into actionable insights, empowering you to make informed decisions.
By combining deep industry knowledge with a collaborative approach, we deliver actionable insights that drive tangible results. We are your trusted advisor, empowering you to make informed decisions, optimize operations, and achieve sustainable growth. Partnering with Akili means embarking on a journey of discovery, growth, and achievement.
Collaborate. Resonate. Elevate. This is our mantra. We believe in building strong partnerships based on mutual respect and trust. By aligning our goals with yours, we create a powerful synergy that drives impactful results. Together, we resonate with your audience, building a compelling narrative that captures hearts and minds. Ultimately, we elevate you and your organization to new heights of success.
Our Commitment to Excellence
At Akili Consulting, we are passionate about providing sharp insights and strategic solutions that empower businesses to thrive. Our approach is rooted in data-driven analysis and expert guidance, ensuring that our clients are equipped to make informed decisions that propel their organizations forward. We are committed to amplifying potential and resonating change, helping businesses navigate challenges and seize opportunities with confidence.
