We believe great leadership is both rigorous and deeply human.

““My experience was incredible — It combined sharp focus and practical guidance I could put into action right away with genuine empathy for me as a founder.””

— RAJEN SHETH, CEO and Co-Founder

“None of what I’ve experienced has felt cookie cutter. It feels human-centered, dynamic, and deeply responsive. ”

— TIFFANY TAYLOR, PRESIDENT

We’re endlessly curious about what the highest-performing teams do differently.

One thing we know for sure? Relationships drive results.

Big, bold work depends equally on the systems that drive it and the humans who bring it to life.

What It’s Like to Work with Us

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We take a systems view.

We draw lessons from across sectors to see the systemic patterns shaping results.

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We build lasting change.

We equip your team with the tools and habits to keep advancing after we’re gone.

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We name what others won’t.

We believe everything should be discussable and a source of learning.

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We tailor to you.

We tailor everything to your context – practical, usable and designed for the realities of executive life.

What We Believe

Everything is functioning at the level of self, relationships, and systems.
How leaders move at the top tends to cascade across the system.
Patterns are co-created. Everyone has a role to examine.
Mindsets drive actions, and actions drive outcomes.
Curiosity fuels learning, and learning fuels growth.

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“What is Olori?”

Olori, n. A leader by title or presence

Susan was first called an Olori as a child, when elders in Nigeria noticed her bold questions and natural ability to move people. Years later, advising CEOs and scaling organizations, she heard it again — the same spirit, named differently.

The Olori Network was born from that lineage: clear, bold, deeply human leadership.

Meet Our Founder

Susan Asiyanbi is a nationally recognized executive, strategist, and operator with deep experience leading large-scale change. Before founding The Olori Network, she served as COO at Teach For America, overseeing 2,000 staff across 51 regions. She’s held roles at Boston Consulting Group and Sears Holdings Corporation, and is a member of CHIEF, YPO, and the Aspen Global Leadership. She is a graduate of Kellogg School of Management. Read more.