Ayofemi Kirby is the founder and chief strategist of ElevenThirtySix, a cultural strategy and advisory firm working with cultural and creative leaders to navigate complexity, clarify the value of their work, and communicate with meaning and purpose in a rapidly evolving, multicultural world.
Based between Dakar and New York City, Ayofemi is known for her ability to interpret complex cultural dynamics and translate them into clear, resonant strategy and narrative. With two decades of experience advising civic and cultural institutions, political leaders, and creative organizations, she brings depth, discernment, and a globally informed perspective to every engagement.
Through her ecosystem of ventures, ElevenThirtySix and Galerie36, Ayofemi operates across strategy, positioning, and cultural expression. ElevenThirtySix advises institutions in sharpening their value and deepening meaningful engagement with the communities they serve. Galerie36, a contemporary art space rooted in Dakar and connected globally, serves as the lived expression of her practice—where aesthetic intelligence and cultural dialogue unfold in real time.
Ayofemi’s work sits at the intersection of cultural intelligence, aesthetic intelligence, and strategic foresight. She is recognized for her calm authority and discerning perspective, guiding leaders in articulating who they are, what they stand for, and how their work contributes meaningfully to shared cultural life. Learn more on LinkedIn or follow her on Substack.