If you ever thought there was more to life, you were right. To this end, Ishmael brings thought-provoking insights to help people turn their crises into opportunities, engage in ongoing transformation, and make sense of their transitions so that they can find and live out their purpose. He brings an authentic African flavor to the American experience. As one of four boys, raised by a single mother in a male-dominated, traditionally centered West African country, he assisted his mother, from selling spices on the streets to creating multimillion-dollar businesses as a teen.

Inspired by his faith, he left a thriving life in Cameroon for the USA to discover the blueprint for fulfilling a God-given destiny. For over 12 years, he has learned tools and insights necessary for doing so in different spheres of influence. He pulls on a wealth of knowledge, life experiences, misfortunes, identity issues, association with diverse people, families, professions, and organizations and the challenges of pursuing life, love, and profit in the West.

His vulnerable, interactive, and storytelling approach, coupled with his passion and humor make him a speaker that can relate to nearly any audience. He holds a BBA in Accounting with an MA in Negotiation and Confliction Resolution. He enjoys reading and movies.