Harry Akinola

Harry Akinola is a distinguished and award winning global talent and leadership development expert with over 18 years of experience across the organizational capability spectrum. His expertise is rooted in enhancing individual and organizational performance through the identification, maximization, and leverage of core strengths. Currently, Harry serves as the Executive Director, Head of Talent, Business Banking, and CCB Functions at Chase Bank. His previous roles at Standard Bank Group and Puma Energy Group have contributed to his influence over talent and leadership development initiatives across 46 countries in the Americas, Africa, Europe, and Asia Pacific. A prolific author and speaker, Harry has written five books on personal and organizational development, including titles such as "Discovering & Unleashing Your Royalty," "A Mind to Work," and "Breathe Volume 1." His publications reflect his profound insights into human potential and leadership dynamics. Beyond his corporate roles, Harry founded Ultrashift, a non profit organization committed to fostering growth through spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional transformation. Ultrashift is known for hosting impactful events like the Shift Conference and the Ultra Conference in various countries, including South Africa, Tanzania, Ghana, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Harry is called and ordained to teach God’s word. Alongside his wife, Joy, he has led church planting efforts and congregations in several cities, bringing a deep spiritual dimension to his commitment to personal and community growth. Harry's academic achievements include a Bachelor’s degree in Geology, an MBA, an Executive Coaching certificate from the Gordon Institute of Business Science, an Executive Leadership qualification from Said Business School at Oxford University, and a Doctorate in Leadership and Organizational Development. Harry is married to Joy Akinola, and they are parents to four children: Albert, Alvin, Alfred, and Almond. Together, they cherish a life enriched with continuous learning, growth and impact!