ILLUMINATING POTENTIAL. UNLOCKING YOUR EDGE.
Coaching and development that helps professionals think clearly, take ownership, and perform under pressure.
One-on-one and team coaching, leadership development, and SAICA training-office support – led by Deepa Daya, a Chartered Accountant (SA) and accredited brain-based coach with 20+ years’ experience.

CA(SA)  • NLI Accredited Coach  • Accredited Enneagram Practitioner  • Registered SAICA Assessor •  BBBEE Level 1  • 20+ Years’ Experience

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?

What would you like to work on

Coaching

One-on-one and team coaching that builds self-awareness, steadier judgement, and stronger performance under pressure - for professionals and CA(SA) trainees, including APC/Board exam preparation.

Professional Development

Practical leadership modules and workshops that build resilient, confident professionals - delivered standalone or combined into a programme built around your team.

SAICA Solutions

Support for training offices - competency assessments, accreditation and re-accreditation, reviewer and induction training, and ethics programmes aligned with SAICA requirements.

I work with individual professionals, CA(SA) trainees, leadership teams, and SAICA training offices. Coaching is available locally and internationally via video call, so we can work together wherever you’re based.

Coaching worldwide, online

Wherever you are, the work is the same

You don’t need to be in the room – or in the country – to do meaningful work together. Sessions are via video call, scheduled to fit across time zones.

Sessions by video call, scheduled around your time zone

A confidential, structured space to think clearly and decide well

Grounded in neuroscience and the Enneagram, applied to how you actually think and react under pressure

A focus on real behaviour change - how you show up under pressure

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

From the people we've worked with

“I had the privilege of being coached by Deepa throughout my SAICA articles, where she provided both life and professional development coaching. Over the three years we worked together, she played a pivotal role in shaping the foundation of my career. Her guidance has been instrumental in influencing how I show up in professional spaces, my decision-making, and my approach to personal growth. Deepa’s ability to balance technical excellence with genuine mentorship makes her an exceptional assessor and coach, and I am truly grateful for the lasting impact she has had on my journey.”

Aphelele Buthelezi CA(SA)

Group Internal Audit, Sanlam

“Deepa’s guidance and unwavering commitment to her students’ growth has been truly exceptional. At a time when I was balancing demanding studies alongside senior professional responsibilities, her support created an environment of calm and focus. Her presence allowed me to concentrate on what was most critical to my success, and her dedication made a meaningful difference in my journey.”

Oliver Rees, ACMA, CGMA

Financial Solutions Analyst, RMBSA Global Markets

“Deepa was my coach during my TOPP articles, and I can confidently say that she had a profound impact on both my professional and personal growth. She has a remarkable ability to inspire confidence, encourage growth, and create an environment where people feel supported while still being challenged to reach their full potential. Her professionalism, leadership, and unwavering commitment to excellence set her apart.”

Hlumelo Wongoma

Credit Analyst, Sanlam

Meet Deepa

Deepa Daya executive coach and CA(SA) Cape Town

Deepa Daya is a Chartered Accountant (SA) with 20+ years across corporate finance, risk advisory, and operations – and over a decade coaching professionals and CA trainees. She’s a certified brain-based coach through the NeuroLeadership Institute, an accredited Integrative Enneagram practitioner, and a registered SAICA assessor. She personally leads every engagement.

Let's talk about where you want to go next.

Book a free, no-obligation 20-minute conversation. We’ll talk through what you’re working towards and whether coaching or development support is the right fit for you or your company – no pressure either way.