DLAP Consultancy partners with organisations, NGOs, educational institutions, and enterprises to transition from people-dependent operations to system-driven, high-performing institutions.
DLAP Consultancy is a premier advisory and institutional development firm powered by a diverse pool of experts with over 40 years of combined professional experience. We bridge the gap between vision and execution for NGOs, educational institutions, private businesses, and public sector agencies.
Our primary mission is to help mission-driven organisations transition from people-dependent operations to system-driven institutions. We believe sustainability is not found in individuals, but in robust structures that can thrive, grow, and maintain their purpose independently.
We serve as a trusted partner to organisations seeking measurable transformation and long-term institutional health, integrating leadership development, governance reform, and strategic policy design.
To develop effective leaders, strong institutions, and sustainable systems that drive social and economic transformation across Africa.
Leadership is not abstract. It is a system that can be built, taught, and measured. We do not just advise; we implement.
Every engagement, every solution, and every relationship is grounded in these principles that define how we work and who we are.
We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency and trust in every governance and financial engagement.
We are committed to delivering precision-engineered solutions that meet international consultancy standards.
We design systems that are self-sustaining, ensuring long-term institutional health without permanent dependency on consultants.
We do not just advise. We work alongside you as an extension of your team to drive execution.
Our success is measured by the increased capacity and independence of your leaders and staff.
We combine traditional management wisdom with modern, tech-driven methodologies to solve complex challenges.
A comprehensive set of advisory and development capabilities designed to strengthen institutions, enhance leadership, and support sustainable growth.
Strategic guidance to help organisations clarify direction, strengthen decision-making, and achieve sustainable growth. We support leadership teams in diagnosing institutional challenges and translating vision into actionable plans.
Transitioning institutions from people-dependent operations to structured, system-driven organisations. Designing clear operational frameworks, strengthening internal processes, and establishing sustainable systems.
Designing and implementing governance structures and policy frameworks that promote transparency, accountability, and operational integrity. Policy formulation, compliance support, and institutional oversight mechanisms.
Strengthening capabilities of leaders, teams, and institutions through structured learning, coaching, and professional development. Developing strategic thinking, ethical leadership, and organisational competencies.
Building strong financial management systems and risk control mechanisms. Financial governance, internal control frameworks, audit readiness, and risk mitigation strategies that enhance accountability and sustainability.
Supporting enterprises in expanding impact, strengthening market presence, and positioning strategically. Growth strategy, market development, partnership building, and brand positioning for long-term success.
We work across multiple sectors where strong leadership, sound governance, and effective systems are critical to long-term success.
Strengthening operational systems, financial governance, and sustainable growth strategies for small and medium enterprises.
Enhancing leadership effectiveness, operational systems, and governance structures for corporate organisations.
Technical advisory to government institutions seeking to improve policy implementation, governance, and institutional effectiveness.
Strengthening governance, leadership capacity, and institutional systems for educational institutions and school leadership teams.
Supporting civil society organisations in strengthening governance, operational systems, and strategic planning for sustainable social impact.
Building leadership capacity in youth-led organisations and community groups to promote inclusive participation in social development.
We identify institutional gaps, risks, and opportunities through a structured assessment of your current workflows, governance structures, and leadership systems.
We co-create frameworks, systems, and strategies tailored to your specific context, ensuring every solution is practical, compliant, and built for implementation.
We train, coach, and guide execution and sustainability, working alongside your team to ensure the systems we build become embedded and self-sustaining.
We support the full deployment of agreed systems, policies, and structures, ensuring a smooth transition and measurable results from day one of go-live.
Structured advisory engagements diagnosing challenges and implementing systems.
Customised programmes strengthening professional capabilities of teams.
Personalised coaching for senior leaders and decision-makers.
Longer-term guidance for emerging leaders and managers.
Interactive sessions building practical skills and shared understanding.
Professional facilitation of strategic meetings, retreats, and conferences.
A dynamic network of seasoned, professionally accredited consultants, specialists, advisors, and facilitators with over 40 years of combined experience. Click any name to view the full profile.
Founder and MD of YDP Ghana, Director for Policy and Youth Development at Oceanic Movement International. Specialist in policy analysis, institutional strengthening, and leadership development.
Chartered Accountant with over a decade of experience in financial management, taxation, regulatory compliance, and corporate strategy.
Entrepreneur, business and management consultant with extensive experience in business development, public policy, and youth leadership across Ghana, Nigeria, and Rwanda.
Results-oriented Business Consultant and Digital Marketing Expert specialising in strategic advisory, marketing optimisation, and sustainable business development.
Our professional fees reflect the complexity of the engagement and the level of expertise required. Fees are determined by scope and the specialist assigned. The figures below represent the starting point of our fee structure.
Associate facilitators and specialists supporting standard organisational development and leadership programmes. This is the entry point of our fee structure.
Professionals with 3 to 9 years of experience delivering structured advisory, training, and system development engagements. Fees are determined by the complexity of the engagement.
Assigned to highly technical programmes requiring over 10 years of specialised professional experience. Quoted as a lump sum following a thorough technical assessment of the engagement.
A clear, structured process from first contact to implementation, designed to move fast and deliver results.
A 30-minute consultation to identify your organisation's most urgent bottlenecks and institutional challenges.
Our team conducts a high-level diagnostic of your current workflows, governance structures, and leadership systems.
We provide a modular breakdown of the specific programmes and service areas required for your institutional growth.
Our team begins the hands-on work of structuring your systems, building your leadership capacity, and ensuring measurable results from day one.
"DLAP Consultancy's support in strengthening our accounting and financial management systems brought clarity and structure to our operations. Their consultant demonstrated a deep understanding of finance and worked closely with our team to improve processes and reporting. The experience was professional, practical, and valuable to our organisation's growth."
"The personal leadership session delivered by DLAP Consultancy was one of the most engaging and insightful parts of our programme. Over 100 participants were actively involved, reflecting on their strengths, values, and areas for growth. The session challenged them to think differently about themselves and their leadership journey, and the feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive."
"DLAP Consultancy helped our teaching staff develop a stronger sense of teamwork and alignment despite their diverse classroom experiences. The training was practical, relatable, and easy to apply. Since the engagement, we have seen improved collaboration among staff and a more cohesive approach to delivering quality education. We now have a team that is better aligned with our vision and standards."
We understand your challenges and we build solutions that last. Let us help you move from people-dependency to a sustainable, system-driven organisation.
Gideon Degbe is the Lead Consultant and a founding member of DLAP Consultancy. He brings a rare combination of academic rigour, field experience, and institutional insight developed across the NGO, development, advisory, and private sectors.
He currently serves as the Founder and Managing Director of Youth Development Project Ghana (YDP Ghana) and as Director for Policy and Youth Development at Oceanic Movement International. He is also the Executive Chairman of the Africa's Youth Sharpeners Conference (AYSC), a Pan-African platform dedicated to youth enterprise and development.
Policy analysis and development, institutional strengthening, programme design and management, leadership development, organisational governance, and strategic advisory for NGOs and development organisations.
Gideon holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Banking and Finance, a Master of Science in Accounting and Finance, and a certificate in Risk Management from IBMI Berlin, Germany. He is a Certified Strategy Professional and a PhD Candidate in Development Studies.
Gideon believes that sustainable institutions are built on systems, not individuals. His work is guided by a commitment to helping organisations move from intention to execution and from ideas to measurable impact across Africa.
Stephen Benson is a Chartered Accountant (ICAG) and Certified QuickBooks Online Pro-Advisor with over a decade of experience in financial management, taxation, regulatory compliance, and corporate strategy.
He currently serves as Financial Controller at Vaal Real Estate Ghana Ltd. and Country Manager for Debisol Group, bringing deep practical expertise in financial governance and institutional financial systems to every engagement.
Financial management system design, internal controls, audit readiness, taxation, regulatory compliance, financial reporting, and corporate strategy advisory for SMEs and established enterprises.
Stephen holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and a Master of Science in Accounting and Finance. He is a fully qualified Chartered Accountant under ICAG and is currently pursuing his CIMA qualification in the United Kingdom.
Stephen is driven by the belief that strong financial systems are the backbone of every sustainable institution. His work focuses on bringing financial clarity, compliance, and strategic direction to every organisation he serves.
Dr. Paul H. K. Drapson is a seasoned entrepreneur, business and management consultant, and faith-based leader with extensive experience spanning business development, public policy, and youth leadership across Ghana, Nigeria, and Rwanda.
He is the founder of multiple enterprises across West and East Africa and was awarded Most Outstanding Negotiator at an international conference in Dubai in 2025, a recognition that reflects his exceptional negotiation and strategic advisory capabilities.
Business development, public policy advisory, governance consulting, negotiation and conflict resolution, youth leadership development, and faith-based institutional management.
Dr. Drapson holds a Doctorate in Divinity, a Master of Business Administration in Oil and Gas Management, and a Postgraduate Diploma from Coventry University, United Kingdom. He is a Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing UK.
Dr. Drapson believes that strong governance and sound policy are the foundations of any thriving institution. His advisory approach combines strategic rigour with human-centred leadership to build organisations that endure.
Bless Tettey Odjao is a results-oriented Business Consultant and Digital Marketing Expert specialising in strategic advisory, marketing optimisation, systems improvement, and sustainable business development. He has successfully consulted for over 100 SMEs across Ghana.
His work bridges the gap between traditional business operations and modern digital systems, helping organisations improve efficiency, grow their market presence, and build scalable internal structures.
Business operations optimisation, digital marketing strategy, ISO quality management systems, SME advisory, project management, and brand positioning for growth-stage enterprises.
Bless holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from KNUST/HCU. He is ISO 9001:2015 certified, holds a Digital Marketing qualification from GI-KACE, and a Project Management certification from Google.
Bless is driven by a conviction that every business, regardless of size, deserves access to world-class systems and strategies. His work is focused on making operational excellence practical and accessible for growing organisations across Ghana and Africa.