Most organisations do not need more information.
They need a clearer understanding of what people are experiencing inside the system.
If the issue is difficult to describe clearly, that is often the right place to start a conversation.
About The London Intercultural Centre
We study the human side of organisational performance.
London Intercultural Centre is an internationally recognised organisation specialising in intercultural leadership, behavioural research, and strategic communications. For more than 15 years, LIC has operated at the intersection of people, policy, and global collaboration, helping institutions navigate cultural complexity and strengthen cooperation across borders.
Supported by a global network of more than 200 consultants, researchers, facilitators, and subject matter experts, LIC has partnered with over 80 government entities, international organisations, NGOs, and institutions worldwide. Its work has contributed to leadership development, behavioural change initiatives, strategic communications, and system-level transformation across multiple regions, with projects delivered in the United Kingdom, France, the Netherlands, Spain, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and across the wider Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
Recognised for its international partnerships, multidisciplinary expertise, and commitment to dialogue, London Intercultural Centre serves as a platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and capacity building among governments, organisations, and change-makers seeking to build more inclusive, resilient, and culturally intelligent societies.
As social, economic, and technological challenges become increasingly interconnected, LIC continues to convene expertise and perspectives from around the world, contributing to international cooperation, human development, and cross-cultural understanding.
Our Approach
Looking beyond existing structures and frameworks.
We focus on observable behaviour.
- How decisions are made.
- How disagreement is handled.
- How trust forms.
- How information moves.
- How leadership is interpreted.
- How communication changes under pressure.
These patterns often reveal more about organisational health than formal policies or stated values.
Why Our Work Is Different
We are neither a training provider nor a traditional culture consultancy, and we do not focus on awareness campaigns or generic leadership development.
Our work sits at the intersection of:
- organisational behaviour
- communication
- leadership dynamics
- behavioural risk
We help organisations understand how people experience systems in practice, not simply how those systems were designed to work.
An International Perspective
Many of the organisations we work with operate across countries, languages and leadership traditions
In these settings, communication problems are often problems of interpretation rather than intention.
The same message can create trust in one environment and resistance in another.
The same leadership behaviour can be seen as decisive, distant, collaborative, or weak depending on context.
Understanding these differences is increasingly important for organisations operating internationally.
Our Approach
Our work often begins with observation.
Before recommendations come understanding.
We seek to understand:
- what people are experiencing
- what leaders are seeing
- where those experiences differ
- how behaviour is affecting outcomes
Depending on the situation, this may involve:
- behavioural analysis
- organisational listening
- leadership advisory
- communication reviews
- perception mapping
- facilitated discussions
- research and insight work
The approach depends on the organisation, the environment, and the questions being explored.
What Organisations Usually Come To Us With
Rarely a clearly defined problem.
More often:
“Something isn’t working, but we can’t quite explain why.”
- Communication feels different.
- Trust feels weaker.
- Collaboration is becoming harder.
- Regional teams are drifting apart.
- Decisions are slowing down.
- People are saying less than they used to.
These situations are often behavioural before they become operational.
That is usually where our work begins.
Meet Our Management
We are an award-winning multidisciplinary team based across EMEA, united by a deep interest in how culture, perception, and human behaviour shape outcomes.
Hadi Brenjekjy is a business psychologist, cultural strategist, and entrepreneur with more than 15 years of experience helping organisations strengthen leadership, communication, and human performance. His work sits at the intersection of business psychology, intercultural leadership, behavioural research, and strategic communications.
He is the Founder and Strategic Lead of London Intercultural Academy (LIA) the educational arm of the London Intercultural Centre (LIC), supporting institutions in navigating cultural complexity and building stronger international collaboration.
Hadi serves as a policy contributor with UNESCO’s Inclusive Policy and was appointed as a White Ribbon Ambassador in 2023, advocating for an inclusive future.
Throughout his career, Hadi has worked with businesses, nonprofits, and international stakeholders across Europe and the MENA region, focusing on leadership development, cultural intelligence, emotional intelligence, and organisational growth.
His writing explores topics such as workplace psychology, the future of work, artificial intelligence, identity, and human behaviour. He is known for combining practical business experience with a deep interest in psychology, philosophy, and the forces shaping how people work, lead, and connect.
With over a decade of experience in sales, account management, and business development, Nicole has worked across industries including Energy, Metals & Mining, and professional services.
Prior to her work at LIC, Nicole served as an EMEA Regional Account Manager at ICIS, where she managed key accounts across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa and developed strong expertise in relationship management, commercial growth, and international collaboration.
At London Intercultural Centre, Nicole plays a central role in operations, partnerships, and programme development. She is passionate about creating spaces where people from different backgrounds can connect, collaborate, and learn from one another. She has also contributed articles and represented LIC at international events promoting international relations and dialogue.
Nicole was recognised with a Women in Sales Award, reflecting her commitment to excellence and leadership in the commercial sector. Her approach combines strategic thinking with empathy, helping organisations strengthen relationships and navigate increasingly diverse environments.
She believes that meaningful connections and cultural understanding are essential ingredients for successful organisations and stronger communities.
Dr. Hala Elminiawi is a multi-award-winning leadership expert, certified trainer, and corporate consultant with over three decades of experience supporting government institutions, private organisations, and professionals around the world. Her work focuses on leadership development, human resources, communication, and sustainable development.
Dr. Elminiawi holds a PhD in Human Resources Management and Sustainable Development and an MBA in Leadership and Performance Management. Throughout her career, she has delivered training and consultancy programmes for organisations across different sectors and cultural contexts, helping leaders and teams strengthen performance and navigate change.
Dr. Elminiawi is also a prolific author, having written a series of books on intellectual and personal development that have been showcased at international book fairs. Her work combines academic depth with practical application, making complex ideas accessible and actionable.
Liu Liu is a Global Leadership and Intercultural Communication Expert, executive coach, and experienced international manager with more than two decades of experience leading teams and programmes across over 50 countries. Throughout his career, he has worked within international relief and development organisations, using a coaching-based approach to manage complex cross-border initiatives and empower diverse teams.
Bola Asiru is an accomplished business development, strategy, and innovation executive with over two decades of international experience across financial services, consulting, and technology. He currently serves as Global Vice President for Innovation & Transformation Products at Mastercard, where he drives product growth and consulting initiatives across multiple regions worldwide.
Prior to Mastercard, Bola held senior leadership positions at Deloitte, Barclays, Credit Suisse, and Legal & General. He previously led Deloitte’s financial services consulting practice in West Africa and served in several strategic roles focused on transformation and business growth.
Beyond the corporate world, Bola is a passionate advocate for the arts and cross-cultural exchange. He is the founder of Red Door Gallery in Lagos and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA). His belief in the power of culture and creativity aligns closely with his work as an Advisory Board Member at London Intercultural Centre, where he contributes strategic insight to initiatives that promote intercultural understanding and global collaboration.
He holds an MSc in Information Systems from the London School of Economics and a postgraduate management qualification from Harvard University.
Sekayi Mutambirwa is a technology entrepreneur and innovation advocate with a strong track record in the fintech, blockchain, and Web3 ecosystems. Since 2013, she has been actively involved in mentoring founders, angel investing, and supporting startups through accelerator programmes designed to help businesses become investment-ready.
In addition to her work with early-stage companies, Sekayi serves as a Venture Partner focused on technology investments and contributes to enterprise and innovation initiatives within the United Kingdom. She has played a role in supporting scale-ups, fostering economic growth, and encouraging innovation-driven job creation.
Her experience also includes advising fintech startups and technology-enabled businesses, where she provides strategic guidance on growth, innovation, and ecosystem development. As a Board Member at London Intercultural Centre, Sekayi brings an entrepreneurial perspective to conversations around global collaboration, technology, and the future of work.
Passionate about empowering founders and building bridges between innovation and impact, she believes that diverse perspectives and cross-sector collaboration are essential for creating sustainable growth in a rapidly changing world.
Ozan Ozsavasci is an international business leader with over 25 years of experience driving commercial growth, market expansion, and organisational performance across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Throughout his career, he has led regional strategies across more than 20 countries, working in highly competitive and culturally diverse markets.
During his time at Herbalife, Ozan held senior regional leadership positions responsible for business development and growth across Eastern Europe and Africa. His work focused on strategic alignment, performance improvement, and coordinating operations across multiple markets.
Earlier in his career, he held several leadership roles at 3M, eventually becoming Country Business Leader for the Healthcare Division in Turkey, where he managed cross-functional teams and commercial operations.
Ozan’s expertise includes commercial strategy, stakeholder engagement, leadership under growth pressure, and performance management across international teams. His experience combining global vision with local execution enables organisations to scale effectively while navigating complex market environments.
Fabio Ardossi is an internationally recognised expert in Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Analytics with over 15 years of experience leading transformation initiatives across multiple industries.
Fabio held senior leadership roles within Reply Group, serving as Managing Partner for both the UK and Belgium operations. Throughout his career, he has delivered complex data transformation programmes across sectors including banking, retail, telecommunications, media, and financial services.
His expertise spans data strategy, analytics, machine learning, business growth, and international market development. Fabio has been recognised among the DataIQ Top 100 Most Influential Data Leaders for several consecutive years, reflecting his contributions to the evolving AI and data landscape.