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Issata O.

Speaker | Strategist | Consultant

Let's turn those ideas into thoughtful action

Dr. Issata Oluwadare is a keynote speaker, strategist, professor, and leadership advisor who helps organizations build strong leaders, healthy cultures, and sustainable impact.

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5x #1 Best-Selling Author

Books that encourage the heart.

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Leadership Development
  • Keynote: "The Heart of Servant Leadership"

  • Training: Professional Mapping

  • Training: Personal Reflection & Self-Correction in Leadership

  • Training: Professional Development Planning 

Strategic Planning 
  • Keynote: "Creating & Sustaining Positive Organizational Culture"

  • Consulting Support 

    • SWOT Analysis

    • Program Evaluation

    • Project Charters & Process Development

Conflict & Crisis Management 
  • Training: Crisis Management and Response Planning

  • Keynote: "Partnering Across Difference"

  • Keynote: "Leading Cross-functional Teams in Matrix Style Organizations"

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  • Training: Balancing Professional and Personal Demands

  • Keynote: "Self-Care for Servant Leaders" 

  • Training: "Becoming": Cultivating Personal & Private Growth

How I Help

I support leaders, organizations, and purpose-driven professionals in clarifying goals, strengthening systems, and developing practical strategies for personal and professional growth.


Life can become full quickly. Whether you are managing a career, family, business, ministry, or organizational responsibilities, thoughtful planning and intentional support can help you move forward with greater clarity.​

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You May Be Here Because:

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  • You are ready to invest in your personal or professional growth, but you want support in identifying the right next step.

  • You are navigating organizational challenges and would benefit from structured guidance, planning, or facilitation.

  • You are preparing to build or refine a personal brand, platform, book, or leadership message.

  • You want to strengthen your leadership skills, decision-making practices, and capacity to lead with purpose.

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Whether you are pursuing work that expands your impact, developing a book or platform that serves your community, or shaping a personal brand rooted in your values, I provide guidance, tools, and strategic support to help you plan your next steps with care.


Every client, organization, and project is different. While I cannot guarantee specific outcomes, I can provide thoughtful support, tested frameworks, and practical guidance to help you move forward with greater clarity and intention.

Your vision matters. Your goals deserve structure. I would be honored to support you as you consider your next step.

Disclaimer: Coaching, consulting, training, and speaking services provided by Issata O. Inc and related brands are for educational, professional development, strategic planning, and informational purposes only. These services do not constitute legal, financial, medical, mental health, or therapeutic advice. Results vary based on each client’s circumstances, goals, resources, implementation, timing, and other factors outside of our control. No specific outcome, revenue increase, job opportunity, business result, personal result, or organizational result is guaranteed. Testimonials, examples, and past results reflect individual experiences and should not be understood as promises or guarantees of similar outcomes.

About Me.

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I am dedicated to supporting purpose-driven women, leaders, and organizations as they clarify their goals, strengthen their leadership practices, and move their ideas into thoughtful action.


Through coaching, consulting, facilitation, and strategic planning, I help clients examine personal and professional challenges, identify practical next steps, and develop tools that support sustainable growth. My approach is informed by leadership development, organizational strategy, reflective practice, and a deep respect for the lived experiences that shape how people lead.


As an award-winning administrator, my journey has included both professional achievement and personal challenge. These experiences have shaped the way I think about leadership, wellness, systems, and the cost of leading without adequate support. Over time, I learned the value of practical tools, trusted counsel, clear processes, and intentional reflection.


With more than 20 years of leadership development experience and more than 10 years of hands-on private and nonprofit leadership experience, I bring a thoughtful, systems-based approach to my work. My goal is to help clients and organizations make sound decisions, strengthen their capacity, and pursue meaningful work with greater clarity.


For me, this work is more than a business. It is a calling. I am committed to serving leaders who want to build with purpose, integrity, and care.

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Aisha Alvarez, Ph.D.

"Issata didn't just build my site and help publish my book, she taught me how to fish. THAT is women's empowerment." 

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LaRetha C. P. Odumosu, Ph.D.

Thank you for pushing me, the encouragement, and your work!

I love my site. 

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Dr. Chanel Serano

Issata opened my eyes to so many possibilities in my business. Thank you for your passion and business savvy!

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