About David

Dr. David Thuku is a catalyst for leadership effectiveness who works with senior leaders across Africa who are intentional and committed to discovering and actualizing their greatness. As one of the top-rated executive coaches on the African continent, he has worked with hundreds of leaders from some of Africa’s most successful organizations to actualize their professional and personal transformation.

A former CEO and senior executive leading thousands of people in the banking industry for nearly 30 years, David weaves his corporate experience into his passion for leadership effectiveness through executive coaching, mentorship, training, facilitation, consulting, and serving on boards in a non-executive capacity. He is on a mission to elevate leadership effectiveness as a lever to unleashing the greatness resident within Africa.

David’s approach to executive coaching provides a safe space for leaders to be their true authentic selves, pursuing their greatness while acknowledging their human vulnerabilities. He is the author of the groundbreaking book, Just Being –Reflections on Life, Coaching and the Evolving Story of Future Africa.