Leading Without the Title: How Business Analysts Become the Most Influential People in the Room
The most impactful leaders don’t always have “Head of” or “Executive” in their job titles. Every day, Business Analysts influence million-rand decisions, align competing stakeholders, navigate conflict and create clarity in complexity often without formal authority.
This session explores how Business Analysts can intentionally develop executive presence, strategic influence and leadership credibility regardless of their position. Through practical stories and actionable techniques, attendees will discover how to become trusted advisors who shape decisions rather than simply support them.
Key Takeaways
- Lead confidently without positional authority.
- Build executive presence in every interaction.
- Influence difficult stakeholders through trust rather than power.
- Position Business Analysis as a strategic leadership capability.
- Create lasting organisational impact through everyday leadership.
About the Speaker
Morongwa is a Senior Tech Leader, Business Transformation Practitioner at Nedbank and a former Executive Board Member of the IIBA South Africa Chapter, where she is passionate about advancing the Business Analysis profession through leadership, mentorship and capability development.
With over 15 years of experience leading enterprise transformation across business and technology, Morongwa has built a reputation for connecting strategy, people and delivery to achieve meaningful business outcomes. She believes that great Business Analysts don’t just enable change — they influence decisions, inspire collaboration, and lead without waiting for permission.
An engaging speaker and mentor, Morongwa is passionate about developing future leaders and challenging professionals to move beyond requirements and amplify their impact. Her sessions combine practical insights, authentic leadership experiences and actionable takeaways that delegates can immediately apply in their organisations.