Dupe Akinsiun

Meet Dupe Akinsiun, the chemical engineer-turned-HR powerhouse who’s been transforming workplaces across Africa, North America, and Europe for over 15 years. With a career that includes stints at global giants like PwC, AstraZeneca, Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company, and Solvay, Dupe brings a rare blend of analytical precision and people-centric strategy to every organization she partners with. Whether she’s coaching executives, designing leadership development programs, or driving culture transformations, she’s all about making businesses work for their people, not just the bottom line.

A certified HR professional (SHRM, HRCI) and a Maxwell Leadership-certified Coach, Trainer, and Speaker, Dupe is an expert in HR Business Partnering, Talent Development, DEI, Succession Planning, and Strategy Facilitation. She’s also a certified DISC Behavioral Consultant and a Design Thinking Practitioner, proving she’s got both the science and the strategy to build high-performing teams. Oh, and did we mention she’s an Official Member of the Forbes Coaches Council? When it comes to shaping leaders and organizations, Dupe is the real deal.

Beyond her corporate accolades, Dupe is a champion for mentorship and equity. She was named a Leading Ladies Africa Top 50 Corporate Woman in Nigeria, recognized as a Top 25 Black and Ethnically Diverse Woman Advancing EDI in Corporate UK, and in 2018, she mentored emerging leaders across the Commonwealth through the Queen’s Young Leaders program. Her work isn’t just about policies and frameworks—it’s about real impact, real people, and real change.

Currently an EMBA candidate at Hult Business School, Dupe continues to push the boundaries of HR leadership while balancing her global work with a passion for coaching, strategy sessions, and culture transformation workshops. Whether she’s leading a high-stakes strategy session or empowering teams to unlock their full potential, Dupe brings the perfect mix of expertise, innovation, and a deep commitment to creating workplaces where people actually want to be.