Akeel Alidina is a seasoned entrepreneur, business leader, and community advocate with over two decades of experience in scaling businesses, leading high-performance teams, and promoting financial wellbeing. His journey began at just 15, launching his first business and quickly becoming a top- performing sales professional in the telecoms industry all while still in education. After earning a BSc in Economics from Brunel University, Akeel entered the property sector, managing a London-based investment portfolio while gaining invaluable corporate experience at GE Money Home Lending. There, he became a Green Belt Six Sigma professional and led a major FCA compliance initiative. As Managing Director of Caridon Property, Akeel played a pivotal role in transforming the company from a small family business into a national SME with over 175 employees and a residential asset portfolio valued at over £200 million Under his leadership, the company achieved a 250% increase in turnover, surpassing £30 million in revenue within seven years. His expertise spans strategic growth, operational efficiency, leadership development, and revenue optimisation.

A respected thought leader, Akeel contributes to publications like London Business Matters and has been recognised by LinkedIn as one of the top 5% most-viewed profiles globally. Beyond the boardroom, Akeel is a passionate mentor to students at CASS Business School and local colleges, sits on the governing board of a top independent girls’ school, and actively champions female empowerment in sport. As founder and chair of a championship-winning football club and an accredited LTA tennis coach, he draws powerful parallels between sport and leadership, inspiring audiences with his energetic, values-led approach to life and business.

Audiences consistently describe Akeel as engaging, inspiring, and energising, with a unique ability to simplify complex ideas and leave people motivated to take meaningful action.