WELCOME
I'm Bukola Oguntala
Strategist. Speaker. Coach
I’m Bukola Oguntala, an HR strategist, keynote speaker, and coach with over 20 years of experience.
About Me
I've had the privilege of coaching leaders through every stage of their careers—on the front lines, behind the scenes, and during critical transitions. My story has been shaped by both the best and worst of times—from early losses and cultural barriers to a purpose-driven approach to leadership and transformation. I know what it’s like to face challenges head on, to be underestimated, and to find allies in unexpected places.
My Expertise
I help leaders identify and shift unconscious patterns that limit growth, connection, and performance. My keynote speeches and coaching programs draw from both my SHIFT Framework and “Pattern Recognition Leadership” model—tools that guide leaders to build trust, spark personal growth, and drive breakthrough results.
Why It Matters
Because I believe that the key to real change is hidden in the highs and lows we live through—in our greatest triumphs and our deepest setbacks. I do it to help people see that the stories they tell themselves and the habits they repeat can be reimagined, even when the world says otherwise.
My Journey
"Most leaders aren’t resistant to change, they’re loyal to a pattern that once kept them safe."
Early lessons
Leadership
Growth
Education
Giving Back
After losing a parent at a young age, I began working at 12, finding early lessons in resilience and leadership through sports.
My corporate journey began in management training programs that placed me in new cities and stretched my leadership capacity, often managing teams across generations.
I started my HR career in campus recruiting, then progressed to experienced and executive search, eventually leading full recruiting teams.
My path expanded into broader HR roles supporting executives, guiding teams through transition, and shaping culture across large regions.
Most recently, I served as Division HR Leader for a Fortune 500 distribution company.
I hold an undergraduate degree in Sociology from Spelman College and pursued graduate studies in Learning and Organizational Change at Northwestern University.
I am also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Beyond my corporate work, I have volunteered as a CASA with the Fulton County juvenile court system and organizations like Kate’s Club, which support children navigating grief after the loss of a parent or sibling.
MISSION
To help leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals in transition shift the patterns holding them back—so they can lead with clarity, emotional range, and sustainable impact. Through speaking, HR strategy, and coaching, I support well-rounded growth rooted in resourcefulness, curiosity, and personal integrity.
VISION
A world where leadership is not driven by performance alone, but by emotional intelligence, holistic well-being, and the courage to show up authentically. I believe that when people honor their full selves, they create more meaningful results—for themselves, their teams, and their communities.
Values
"Leadership isn’t about always being the answer, it’s about having the range to ask better questions."
1. Resourcefulness
I help people uncover solutions even when resources feel limited. My approach is creative, practical, and grounded in action—not excuses. Whether it’s navigating change or building something new, I support forward momentum that isn’t limited by money or perfectionism.
2. Curiosity & Lifelong Learning
I ask better questions to unlock better outcomes. I partner best with people who are open to learning, willing to unlearn, and committed to evolving—even when the answers aren’t obvious yet.
3. Integrity & Grace
I believe in keeping my word—to myself and others—but also in offering grace. Leadership isn’t about perfection. It’s about owning your commitments while making space for growth, rest, and real life.
4. Holistic Growth
True success touches every area of life. I support growth that considers financial health, emotional well-being, spiritual alignment, and physical energy. When we lead from alignment, we sustain impact without burning out.
5. Authenticity & Emotional Range
We don’t need to perform to be powerful. I help people lead with their full selves—navigating emotion with clarity and showing up in a way that builds trust, not just authority.