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IIBA Palmetto & DC Metro Joint Chapter Meeting (Virtual). Join us as Oupa Laka shares ways to improve your BA practice by exploring parallels between photography and business analysis. Online networking starts at 6:00 PM, and the presentation will begin at 6:30 PM EDT.
Have you ever looked at a photograph and been captivated by the way it tells a story in a single frame? The interplay of light, composition, and detail can transport you to another place and time. As business analysts, we also seek to capture clarity—piecing together data points, stakeholder perspectives, and business processes to create a comprehensive picture of the current state and a vision for the future.
 
In this talk, Oupa will share how photography has shaped his approach to business analysis and introduce a framework inspired by this art form. We’ll explore how business analysts, like photographers, must balance focus, perspective, and creativity to craft meaningful insights that drive positive change.
 
Key Themes:
 
The best analysts and consultants operate at the intersection of:
  • Purpose – Aligning every initiative with the broader strategic vision, ensuring clarity amid complexity
  • Passion – The fuel that transforms analysis from routine tasks into meaningful impact
  • Principle – The foundation of rigorous, ethical, and effective analysis that earns trust and drives results.

Join us to learn how to bring the precision of a camera lens to business analysis—capturing clarity, crafting impactful narratives, and transforming the way we analyse and advise.

 
Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Networking: 6:00 PM EDT
Presentation: 6:30 PM EDT
 
 
SPEAKER: Oupa Laka, CSPO
 
Oupa Laka is a seasoned Business Analysis Consultant, speaker, and strategist with over 15 years of experience driving clarity, connection, and change across complex environments. He is known for helping teams and leaders unlock insight, navigate ambiguity, and deliver solutions that matter.

With advanced qualifications in business analysis, project leadership, and agile product ownership, Oupa brings a rare blend of technical depth, strategic thinking, and authentic storytelling.
 
As a seasoned leader, Oupa has mentored aspiring and experienced business analysts, fostering a culture of growth and development. Combining technical expertise, strategic insight, and a passion for leadership, Oupa empowers individuals and organizations to thrive by embracing collaboration, innovation, and transformation.
 
 
Education Hours: 1.0 CDUs for IIBA Recertification
Location: Online via Zoom
Price:  F R E E