Men To Watch 2025 honoree Bayo Akinola-Odusola

Bayo Akinola-Odusola is a global executive and leadership strategist, coach, and business strategy consultant nown for helping experienced professionals lead with clarity, structure, and calm authority, especially when the stakes are high.

For over two decades, 'Bayo has worked with global executives, transformation teams, and mission-driven professionals to drive meaningful transformation and change across industries. His approach is quiet, focused, and deeply human. He brings a rare mix of strategic thinking and practical support that helps leaders free up time, navigate complexity, and stay grounded while delivering results.

'Bayo is the author of the best selling book Hybrid Leadership: How to Save 10+ Hours Per Week, Create and Retain a Team of A-Players, and Become an Influential Leader. He’s also the creator of the Fast Growth podcast and the Growth-Minded Leader newsletter, platforms built to support people and leaders who care less about hype and more about impact in life.

His work centers on helping people move from overload to ownership. He supports growth-minded leaders who don’t want more noise, they want sharper thinking, better systems, and space to do what matters.

For 'Bayo, leadership is not about being the loudest voice in the room. It’s about showing up with clarity, helping others grow, and creating lasting change, quietly, consistently, and powerfully.