‘Laide John is a seasoned strategy consultant, financial expert, and business transformation specialist with over 15 years of experience spanning insurance, financial services, management consulting, and corporate strategy execution. With a track record of facilitating high-level strategy sessions and leading thought-provoking discussions, bringing deep expertise in business transformation, digital innovation, emerging technologies, and financial inclusion.

She holds a Diploma in Strategy Execution from Harvard Business School, an M.Sc. in Management and Entrepreneurship (Distinction) from the University of Sussex, UK, and a B.Sc. in Microbiology from the University of Lagos.

She is an active member of several prestigious professional organizations, including the Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD), Nigeria; Fellow, Institute of Certified Business Consultants (ICBC), Fellow Associate, Association of Enterprise Risk Management Professionals (FERP), and the Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered).

Olaide has served, and continues to serve, on several strategic committees, including the CIoD Annual Directors Conference Planning Committee, NMP Microinsurance Company Steering Committee and CIoD Rebranding Committee.

Her professional experience includes a senior role in the UK insurance sector as a Senior Resolution Specialist at Domestic & General, UK, where she led process improvements and strategic customer solutions.

With a strong passion for technology-driven business solutions and strategic innovation, Laide has successfully led multiple consulting projects, advising top-tier clients on strategy development & execution, financial advisory, and digital transformation for organizations across the financial and non-financial sectors. She brings extensive experience in business transformation, AI’s impact on business strategy, and technology-driven strategy execution, ensuring organizations leverage emerging technologies for sustainable growth.

She is currently the Managing Consultant/CEO of B. Adedipe Associates (BAA Consult).