Olafemi Akintunde
Oakland
Summary
Over 15 years of experience leading transformative programs in education, leadership development, and organizational training. Proven track record in designing and facilitating healing-centered, equity-driven workshops that strengthen culture, enhance performance, and inspire growth. Skilled in coaching, program management, and strategic facilitation across diverse communities and sectors.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Ubuntu Leadership Institute
Oakland
06.2020 - Current
- Built the Institute from concept to execution, creating operational plans, timelines, and systems that supported organizational objectives.
- Expanded program capacity by 50% through recruitment, training, and management of staff, volunteers, and participants.
- Streamlined tracking and reporting systems, reducing administrative inefficiencies by 30%.
- Maintained budget compliance, ensuring sustainable program growth.
Senior Trainer
Flourish Agenda
Oakland
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Increased participant engagement by 40% by designing and facilitating in-person and virtual workshops grounded in Healing Centered Engagement (HCE) principles.
- Improved organizational adoption of HCE approaches by developing agendas, multimedia content, and curricula used by 4,000+ clients.
- Delivered keynote presentations and led large-scale trainings, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate.
- Fostered transformative relationships and collective growth through designed trainings and material development.
Teacher / Dean of Students
Oakland Unified School District
Oakland
08.2014 - 06.2023
- Improved student achievement through research-based practices, driving measurable academic growth.
- Strengthened student support systems by collaborating with peers on tailored interventions.
- Enhanced family engagement via consistent communication, improving satisfaction and student outcomes.
Teacher / Program Facilitator
Juvenile Hall
San Leandro
06.2011 - 10.2021
- Reduced recidivism risk among detained youth by implementing workshops on violence prevention, social-emotional learning, and radical healing.
- Increased program participation by 25% by designing creative arts and restorative justice initiatives.
- Strengthened professional collaboration with staff, improving program delivery and youth outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University
East Bay06.2008
Skills
- Program Design & Evaluation
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Curriculum & Workshop Development
- Budget Management & Resource Allocation
- Strategic Planning & Program Implementation
- Public Speaking & Stake Holder Engagement
- Workshop Facilitation & Training Delivery
- Attention to Detail & Operational Excellence
- Professional Leadership & Ethical Practice
Certification
- American Express Fellowship, 06/19
- State of California Teaching Credential, 06/13
- Flourish Agenda Radical Healing Facilitator, 06/15
- Department of Justice, Juvenile Hall Clearance
Timeline
Senior Trainer
Flourish Agenda
07.2023 - 07.2025
Director
Ubuntu Leadership Institute
06.2020 - Current
Teacher / Dean of Students
Oakland Unified School District
08.2014 - 06.2023
Teacher / Program Facilitator
Juvenile Hall
06.2011 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University