Meet Akua
Social Impact Thought Leader | Diversity & Inclusion Advocate | STEM Ambassador
Akua Opong is a multi-award-winning speaker who has delivered impactful talks at events of all sizes across both the private and public sectors. With over 15 years of experience in the financial and tech industries, she is a recognised thought leader and a passionate advocate for Social Impact, CSR, ESG, Belonging, Inclusion, and Gender Equality. Akua holds Chartered IT Professional status from the British Computer Society.
A prominent voice in the UK, Akua champions women in tech, neurodiversity (ADHD/Dyslexia), accessibility, mental health, and social mobility. As a UN Women UK Community Member, she actively promotes the advancement of women in STEM. Her influence extends to charity leadership as a Non-Executive Director, Trustee and as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. Additionally, her commitment to sports is reflected in her work with England Netball and British Athletics.
Driven by a passion for building communities that drive change, Akua inspires global audiences to join her in striving for a more equitable future for women and girls.
Key Roles
Values & Mission
Trustee, Charity Ambassador and Fundraiser
Facilitator and Women in STEM Speaker
Mental Health First Aider and Champion
STEM Ambassador and Cajigo Mentor
Representation matters in all spaces.
Empowering the next generation is essential for progress.
Kindess matters.
Client brands include
Featured in Forbes for advocacy in tech and inclusion.
Celebrated as one of the inspiring Black voices in tech.
Recognitions & Features Include
Named one of the top 100 women in tech in the UK.
Recognised for her impact on diversity in STEM.
Highlighted among rising change-makers in finance and business.
Recognised for championing inclusion and tech leadership.
Living with Purpose
Akua openly shares her journey living with Crohn’s disease - an experience that has deepened her commitment to wellbeing, accessibility, and inclusion. Her personal health challenges have shaped her empathetic leadership style and fuelled her advocacy for others facing invisible illnesses. She’s passionate about creating spaces where everyone - regardless of health, neurotype, or background - feels seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.
