Adedayo Folorunsho Aluko is a highly accomplished Management Consultant with over 20 years of international experience spanning the UK, Nigeria, and beyond.
He is recognized for his expertise in aligning organizational frameworks with global regulatory standards and delivering innovative solutions to enhance operational excellence and sustainable growth.
Adedayo’s professional background includes significant contributions in regulatory compliance, corporate governance, financial crime prevention, trade finance, and strategic workforce management. He has held leadership roles in organizations such as Starling Bank, Canara Bank, GC Partners (a payment service provider), IBM Financial Services, and ARM Investment Managers. Additionally, he has executed high-impact initiatives for the Delta State Government in Nigeria.
Adedayo provides strategic solutions for mitigating risks in global trade, including expertise in letters of credit, documentary collections, export/import financing, and trade-based money laundering prevention. His ability to integrate trade finance operations with compliance frameworks positions him as a trusted advisor in cross-border financial transactions.
Adedayo’s academic and professional achievements underpin his career. He holds a BSc in Sociology and an MBA from Ondo State University (now Ekiti State University), and an MSc in Investment Management from Coventry University, UK.
He is an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (ACIB), a Full Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM), and an Associate of the International Compliance Association (ICA).
He completed the Senior Management Programme (SMP) at Lagos Business School (LBS), he has also completed advanced training in Trade-Based Money Laundering, Financial Crime Prevention, Sanctions Compliance, and Trade Finance Operations.
In his role as a Member of the Investment Committee for the CIPM Multipurpose Cooperative Society, Adedayo leads initiatives in investment management training and financial literacy, empowering members to achieve their financial objectives.
As a sought-after educator and consultant, Adedayo has delivered tailored training programs, compliance workshops, and governance strategies that equip organizations to navigate complex regulatory environments and enhance their global competitiveness.
His leadership roles with the Lagos Business School Alumni Association and the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management reflect his dedication to advancing professional development and mentoring future leaders.
Adedayo Aluko is driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and strategic impact. His expertise and leadership in compliance, governance, trade finance, and organizational strategy make him a highly regarded professional on the global stage.