What I am about
Everyday I wake up in search of new learning experience and opportunities to create social impact in ways I’d never imagined.
In my quest for this self actualization, I would like to share bits of everything unique about my journey through my career, my acquired taste, businesses, knowledge, life experiences, my family, my unique ideas, my mentorship
and leadership experiences.
Get into my world
LIFESTYLE
Personal stories, Bucket list, Collectibles, Restaurant reviews, Movies, Music, Fashion, Quotes, writings (Prose, poem, fiction), Life insights, Humor, Entertainment, achievements, Relationships, Photography etc
TALKS
Presentation skills, Speech Ethics, Public appearance, Body language, Personal brand etc
SELF-HELP
Book reviews, Inspirational notes, Life Hacks, New learnings, Brain teasers, History, Illustrations, Science, Travel, Akin…Foundation etc
CHARITY
Social entrepreneurship, social impact projects, community service, advocacy groups etc
BIO
My story
Meet Akin Akingbogun—a man who refuses to fit into a single box. By day, he’s a Cofounder and Vice President of Mobility at Qoray Mobility and Energies, driving Africa’s electric vehicle revolution.
By night, he’s a published author, life coach, and the selfproclaimed “Duke of Small Talks.” With over 20 years of experience spanning civil engineering, business leadership, and social entrepreneurship,
Akin is the kind of person who makes things happen.
Who Is Akin?
Akin is a registered civil engineer with a Master’s degree in Water and Environmental Engineering from the University of Lagos and an MBA in Business Marketing.
He’s also a COREN-certified engineer and a member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers. But here’s the thing—his credentials don’t tell the whole story.
What really defines Akin is his relentless drive to create impact, whether it’s through transforming industries, mentoring young professionals, or telling stories that move people.
He’s a man of many parts. A strategist. An innovator. A mentor. A writer. A speaker. And above all, someone who genuinely believes that the right mindset and determination can change the world.
Leading Africa’s Clean Energy Revolution Today, Akin’s most exciting role is as Co-founder and VP of Mobility at Qoray Mobility
and Energies Limited—a Nigerian clean-tech company that’s literally changing how Africa moves.
Qoray isn’t just another startup; it’s a movement toward sustainable, affordable, and locally-built electric mobility solutions.
Under Akin’s leadership in the mobility division, Qoray has achieved remarkable milestones.
In January 2025, the company’s flagship Electric Teak tricycle set a
Guinness World Record, covering 347.11 kilometers in just 12 hours. This wasn’t a stunt—it was proof that African-built electric vehicles can compete with the world’s best.
Since then, over 2,000 Electric Teak tricycles have been deployed across Nigeria, creating green jobs, reducing fuel dependence, and expanding income opportunities for thousands of riders and operators. Akin’s vision extends beyond just vehicles. He’s spearheading Qoray’s expansion into a fully integrated electric mobility ecosystem that includes renewable energy
infrastructure, sustainable financing solutions, workforce development, and data-driven environmental impact measurement. It’s ambitious. It’s necessary. And it’s
working.
Building Leaders, Inspiring Change
Beyond his corporate role, Akin runs MindVolution, a coaching and training outfit
dedicated to helping professionals unlock their potential. As a certified business
leadership and performance coach with over eight years of mentoring experience, he’s
worked with countless individuals to redefine their career performance and personal
growth. His approach is thought-provoking, creative, and deeply practical.
Akin is also a sought-after public speaker. He’s delivered talks at major events, including a TEDx presentation on “Storytelling for Impact” at TEDxNUTM, where he shared how powerful narratives can drive societal change. His speaking engagements often focus on leadership, innovation, social entrepreneurship, and the power of combining technical expertise with human-centered thinking.
The Creative Side
What many don’t know is that Akin is also a prolific author. He’s published five books, including the thriller-novellas Prisoner of Fate and Waste of Sin, and the short story
collection Dreams from Yesterday. His writing explores complex human themes— suspense, drama, moral dilemmas, and the resilience of the human spirit. He maintains a popular blog at akinakingbogun.com where he shares personal stories, professional insights, and creative works. He also hosts a podcast called “Staks Radio Talk Show,” where he discusses everything from business and leadership to life lessons and personal growth. His online presence has earned him the affectionate title “The Duke of Small Talks”—a persona he created in 2019 to share his unique perspective with the world.
The Personal Touch
Akin is a family man, married to his wife Tolulope, and father to three children. He’s deeply influenced by his parents and often speaks about the importance of family
values and the opportunities they provided him growing up. He’s also committed to social entrepreneurship and uses his platform to advocate for community service and
social causes.
What makes Akin truly special is his authenticity. He’s not afraid to talk about his
failures—his business ventures that didn’t work out, his investments that went south.
He sees these not as defeats but as learning opportunities. This vulnerability, combined with his genuine passion for helping others succeed, makes him relatable
and inspiring.
Why Have Akin Speak?
Akin brings a rare combination of technical expertise, business acumen, creative
thinking, and genuine passion to any speaking engagement. Whether you need
someone to talk about electric mobility and sustainable innovation, leadership and
personal development, entrepreneurship and resilience, or the power of storytelling—
Akin delivers. He engages audiences, challenges thinking, and leaves people inspired
to take action.
He’s not just another speaker. He’s a changemaker who’s actively building the future
he talks about.
Endorsements
Akin is an amazing professional, who brings all of the skills and expertise in leadership to our day-to-day work in the office. His first-class approach to mentoring sets him apart and has endeared him to many. This piece enthralls and deserves wider circulation.
Emmanuel Ahamefula
Having been my mentor for many years, I am most moved by his insatiable desire to ‘learn and positively impact the lives of all around him. It is indeed a privilege working with him on this project.
Vincent Mayaki
The write ups have been brilliant and truly inspiring… I couldn’t stop reading until I got to the end of the story…will share with others if you don’t mind
Thomas Ndubisi
I am 29 – at least at heart (Part - 1)
“At 20, everything is possible and tomorrow looks friendly.” – Jim Bishopddsdss
More often than not and for anyone who cares to listen I have always declared proudly that I am yet to cross into my 30s. Most times, the listener looks at me in disbelieve with an awry smile seemingly mocking my self-delusion….
Stories worth Sharing- How Mattew Ene’s Life changed for good!ddd
“Our happiness or our unhappiness depends far more on the way we meet the events of life than on the nature of those events themselves”. ― Wilhelm Von Humboldt
“I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.”― Carl Gustav Jung In the beginning For several weeks everything I had done was centred and geared towards this very moment.
Be audacious, take that blind leap - my interview story
“At the very moment when people underestimate you is when you can make a breakthrough.” ― Germany Kent
My first job was at an engineering consulting firm in Oshodi Lagos. I was fresh out of school and had just completed the compulsory National Youth Service Program NYSC...
PODCASTS
Listen to blog talk radio on the go
Introducing Staks radio talk show hosted by Akin’s alter ego, talking about everything and nothing. Be rest assured the conversations will interest you.