David Okpatuma

Independent
International Development Diplomacy and public Consultant

I am an independent consultant leading a team of skilled professionals to deliver strategic business development and public diplomacy solutions for governments, international organisations, corporations, and civil society. With over a decade of cross-sector experience spanning Africa, Eurasia, and global platforms.

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In Focus

Mission

We empower governments, international organizations, businesses, and civil society to achieve transformative results by building strategic alliances.

Mission

Facilitating cross-cultural diplomacy, and delivering tailored solutions that bridge global opportunities with local realities. Through expertise, innovation, and trust, we turn cooperation into lasting impact.

Vision

Redefining global cooperation by turning dialogue into partnerships and partnerships into lasting change

Vision

Redefining global cooperation by turning dialogue into partnerships and partnerships into lasting change

Commitment

Committed to fostering inclusive growth, youth empowerment, and cross- continental cooperation as pathways to a more connected and resilient global community.

Commitment

Committed to fostering inclusive growth, youth empowerment, and cross- continental cooperation as pathways to a more connected and resilient global community.

Tailored services

for global partnership

Networking

Representing networks, initiatives, and clients at high-level forums and conferences worldwide

Event moderation

Managing speaker engagements, panel moderation, and thematic programming

Business relations

Connecting clients with relevant stakeholders in African, Eurasian, and global markets

Capacity building

Developing capacity-building programs that empower young leaders and grassroots actors to drive change

Youth advocacy

Leveraging global youth platforms for advocacy, knowledge exchange, and innovation.

Diplomatic relations

Moderating high-profile dialogues and facilitating multi- stakeholder events

Inter-cultural relations expert

Cross-Cultural Diplomacy & International Representation

Brand Identity expert

Designing and delivering tailored public diplomacy campaigns that advance policy objectives, brand reputation, and stakeholder trust.

Executive Summary

I’m an independent consultant leading a team of skilled professionals to deliver strategic business development and public diplomacy solutions for governments, international organizations, corporations, and civil society. With over a decade of cross-sector experience spanning Africa, Eurasia, and global platforms, he specializes in strategic partnership development, cross-cultural diplomacy, youth capacity building, and public diplomacy campaigns that drive sustainable impact.

I have advised and represented networks at major forums such as the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Eastern Economic Forum, Internet Governance Forum, and ECUMENE Global Financial Forum. He has co-founded and directed multi-country development programs, coordinated high-level intergenerational dialogues for the African Union, and conducted UNESCO-backed research shaping policy responses for youth education access during COVID-19.

My influence is reinforced by active memberships in the Association for Economic Cooperation with African States, Eurasian and African Peoples’ Assembly, Friends for Leadership, Young African Leaders Initiative, Bridge Africa, Social Innovation Warehouse, YMCA, and UNESCO’s Youth as Researchers.

My work is guided by a simple principle: build partnerships that matter, bridge cultures that differ, and deliver solutions that last.

Building partnerships that matter.

Delivering solutions that last

Track record

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Years of experience in International relations, and business.

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Managed and delivered Projects successfully.

Recognition & Awards

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Client retention rate worldwide.

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Independent
International Development Diplomacy and public Consultant

In Focus

Mission

Mission

Vision

Vision

Commitment

Commitment

Tailored services

for global partnership

Networking

Event moderation

Business relations

Capacity building

Youth advocacy

Diplomatic relations

Inter-cultural relations expert

Brand Identity expert

Executive Summary

Building partnerships that matter.

Delivering solutions that last

Track record

Years of experience in International relations, and business.

Managed and delivered Projects successfully.

Recognition & Awards

Client retention rate worldwide.

See latest articles,

featured stories and news

British generosity: The UK is loaning back African gold it stole. Is it the best it can do?

Youth Perceptions and Responses Towards COVID-19 Pandemic

What does BRICS expansion mean for Africa?

Nigerian breaks 40-year record at Russia’s MGIMO University

Trusted

Affiliations & Networks.

Independent International Development Diplomacy and public Consultant

In Focus

Mission

Mission

Vision

Vision

Commitment

Commitment

Tailored services

for global partnership

Networking

Event moderation

Business relations

Capacity building

Youth advocacy

Diplomatic relations

Inter-cultural relations expert

Brand Identity expert

Executive Summary

Building partnerships that matter.

Delivering solutions that last

Track record

Years of experience in International relations, and business.

Managed and delivered Projects successfully.

Recognition & Awards

Client retention rate worldwide.

See latest articles,

featured stories and news

British generosity: The UK is loaning back African gold it stole. Is it the best it can do?

Youth Perceptions and Responses Towards COVID-19 Pandemic

What does BRICS expansion mean for Africa?

Nigerian breaks 40-year record at Russia’s MGIMO University

Trusted

Affiliations & Networks.

Independent
International Development Diplomacy and public Consultant