Facilitator bio
If you’ve built a career but the room still doesn’t feel like yours, that’s not imposter syndrome. That’s a presence gap. And it’s fixable.
Adiza Brimah-Annan brings that conversation to your stage, your boardroom, and your audience. Not as theory. As lived, practised, and proven strategy.
About Adiza
As a Leadership Presence Strategist and Founder of WALANII, Adiza works with leaders who already carry responsibility but need their authority to be recognised at the same level. Her work goes beyond surface perception, helping leaders bring intention to their self-awareness, communication, and personal presentation so their presence consistently reinforces their credibility.
Having once experienced what it means to be overlooked despite capability, she built her work around closing that gap particularly for African leaders whose influence deserves visibility on a global stage.
With a background in Communication Design, a Master’s in Brands and Communications, and certification as an AICI Certified Image Consultant, she blends strategic communication with leadership strategy into a practice that is both analytical and intuitive.
Over the past decade, she has guided leaders across boardrooms, startups, and national platforms, partnering with LeadAfrique, GYLA, the Ghana Centre for Democratic Development, and the Pan-African Leadership Institute, and contributing to executive learning at the University of Ghana Business School and UPSA Graduate School.
Named among Ghana’s 100 Most Inspiring Change Makers by Humanitarian Awards Global (2024).
Signature Talks
01 — The Presence Gap
Why brilliant people are overlooked and the specific, fixable signals that close the gap between capability and perceived authority.
02 — Presence is the New Power
How African leaders can build influence that travels beyond the room across boardrooms, cameras, global stages, and digital platforms.
03 — Lead Before You Speak
The leadership presence signals that form before you open your mouth, and how to engineer them with intention.
04 — The Undeniable Leader
What it takes to move from competent to commanding the three dimensions of presence that most leadership programmes skip entirely.
05 — Reputation First. Influence Follows.
How strategic visibility, personal brand architecture, and reputation management build the kind of authority that opens doors before you knock.
Where Adiza Shares Her Expertise.
- Leadership conferences and summits
- Corporate trainings and executive programmes
- Women’s forums and professional gatherings
- Panels, masterclasses, and workshop facilitation
- University and institutional learning platforms
- Virtual events just as engaging online as in person
Adiza is available to travel. Let her team know your destination and requirements.
Frequently asked questions
How far in advance should we book?
2–4 weeks preferred. Last-minute requests are considered to reach out first.
Can Adiza tailor her talk to our theme?
Every session is customised to your audience and event. Include your preferences in your booking request.
Can she take on multiple roles at one event?
Yes, keynote, panel, and workshop facilitation are all available.
Does she do virtual events?
Yes. Just as engaging online as in person.
What do organisers need to provide?
Complete a speaker request form with your event details, theme, and audience profile.
Is Adiza available to travel internationally?
Yes. Include the destination and logistical requirements in your request.
Ready to invite Adiza to your event?
Complete the speaker request form, and her team will be in touch within 48 hours.