Who is Dr. Fola Yahaya?
Dr Fola Yahaya is an AI expert, published author and the Founder of Strategic Agenda, a global strategic communications consultancy which for more than 20 years has been helping clients like the UN share compelling stories so that the right people do the right things.
Fola received a PhD from the London School of Economics (LSE) where his research centred on the impact of the digital divide between the information haves and have nots.
Prior to founding Strategic Agenda, Fola worked as an economist for the United Nations, an e-strategist for Morgan Stanley and as an Information Architect for clients including the Government of Qatar and the UK Foreign Office.
He has written three books, with two: "Quite Possibly the best book on the Economy" and "Quite Possibly the best Introduction to AI" due for publication in 2025.
Areas of Expertise
AI & Machine Learning
Expert in artificial intelligence applications and machine learning strategies.
Strategic Communications
Helping organizations craft compelling narratives that drive action.
Digital Strategy
E-strategy and digital transformation for global organizations.
Information Architecture
Designing information systems and infrastructure for optimal impact.
IT Strategy
Technology strategy and information infrastructure development.
Information Design
Creating clear, effective information design and localization solutions.
What I Do
AI Expert & Researcher
I research the promise and peril of AI, helping organizations understand and navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and its implications for business and society.
Strategic Communications Consultant
Through Strategic Agenda, I help global clients including the UN develop and share compelling stories that inspire the right people to take the right actions for meaningful change.
Author & Writer
I write books that make complex topics accessible, with upcoming publications on economics and AI that aim to educate and inform a broad audience.
Beyond the Professional
When not researching the promise and peril of AI, Fola is usually on a squash court, losing to one of his two sons, coming up with ideas for new books or dreaming about magic tricks to earn his place in the Inner Magic Circle.