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Championing Governance with Compassion, Excellence & Impact

Recognised as a Fellow of the Association for Coaching and crowned Champion for Governance 2023, Tesse Akpeki FCG brings mastery, integrity, and heart to leadership. With decades of service, global recognition, and a passion for strengthening governance through inclusion, wellbeing, and resilience.

Governance Advisory & Board Leadership

Workshops & Training

Coaching & Leadership Development

Meet Tesse Akpeki FCG, FCA

The Association for coaching formally recognised Tesse Akpeki as a Fellow for demonstrating longstanding coaching experience, service and contribution to the coaching industry. Tesse demonstrates excellence, mastery and has made an impact in the coaching community. Her contribution has led to her being awarded a fellow certificate. “I am absolutely delighted to have been recognised for something I love doing, helping and supporting others, says Tesse”

Fellow of the Association for Coaching (FCA)
Champion for Governance 2023 , Chartered Governance Institute and Republic of Ireland
Profiled by The Chartered Governance Institute (CGI) for leadership in governance
Lead Convener for Board Diversity & Inclusion initiatives (AdvanceHE & GuildHE)
Advisory Council HBR
Global Survey Member, McKinsey
Tedx Panellist
Finalist, Chartered Governance Institute UK and Republic of Ireland 2021 & 2022
Trainer and Coach (Reimagining Governance Initiative. Durham University)

What Tesse Can Do for You

Governance Advisory & Board Leadership

Guidance on best practices, compliance, and ethical leadership for boards and executives.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Consulting

Strategies to build inclusive, diverse, and equitable leadership teams.

Coaching & Leadership Development

Executive coaching and mentoring to strengthen resilience, wellbeing, and performance.

Workshops & Training for Gender Equality

Practical workshops to break bias, promote gender equality, and foster inclusive culture.

Recognised & Recommended by Peers

“I have worked with “Tesse for well over 20 years and recommend her highly. She brings to her work an emotional intelligence that helps her see through to the heart of an issue and get people working together constructively. All delivered with humour, kindness and verve. A rare combination of talents.” Philip Kirkpatrick, Charity & Social Enterprise Lawyer, Partner at Bates Wells

“What I admire about Tesse is her thirst for knowledge. I mention a new take on governance, testing or leadership and before I know it, she is enrolled in an advanced study course and getting certified”. Carol Weisman, MSW, CSP