Vision Statement – Education & Development.

Mikhaël Akasha
Innovation Lead & Lecturer – Maastricht University (UMIO)
Founder – CINMAYA | Quantum Energy Healing & Leadership

Education, for me, is a living invitation to awaken. In a world moving ever faster, and asking more deeply for meaning, I do not see learning as the accumulation of knowledge—but rather as the activation of inner leadership. It is a path of remembrance, connection, and the courage to step into the unknown—both individually and collectively.

This vision has been shaped by years of working across both academic realms and worlds of consciousness development. At Maastricht University’s executive branch (UMIO), I lead programs in sustainable strategy, ethical leadership, and innovation. I design learning experiences in which students, professionals, and organizations learn to navigate complexity not through control, but through curiosity, compassion, and co‑creation.

My teaching approach is rooted in problem‑based and experiential learning, weaving methodologies such as design thinking, systems thinking, storytelling, and ethical reflection into meaningful learning landscapes. I believe deeply in interdisciplinary and transformative pedagogy: education where head, heart, and action are aligned.

Beyond my academic work, I founded CINMAYA—a space for energetic work and quantum healing. Here I guide individuals, leaders, and groups in remembering their original blueprint. This experience has deepened my educational practice: I teach people to listen beyond the rational mind and see development as a process of energetic attunement—not merely intellectual growth.

In that sense, I view education as a ritual of future-building. Not to prepare students merely for the job market—but to guide them toward becoming conscious, integral, creative co-builders of a just and resilient society.

✨ In brief:

  1. Educator in strategic thinking, ethical leadership, and social innovation

  2. Facilitator of co-creative processes within UMIO and public-sector projects

  3. Healer and guide in energetic work, with international experience in retreats and holistic learning environments

  4. Educational philosophy centered on transformational learning, inner leadership, and systemic awareness

Education is not preparation for life. It is life.
My mission is to create learning environments in which people remember who they really are—and from that remembrance learn to act and lead.

Real-World Examples

  • Minor Brandmanagement – Bachelor

    Role: Module Development & Teaching

    Within this minor, I developed an educational module on strategic brand management. Students learned that brand identity is not merely a marketing tool, but a profound expression of vision, values, and societal positioning. By linking branding to meaning-making and relevance, I guided students in developing brands that dare to take a stand, resonate with their audience, and authentically distinguish themselves in a crowded marketplace. Learning in this context became not only cognitive, but also creative, critical, and connective.

    Module information

  • Innovation & Strategy Sprint – CPF Farma

    Role: Innovation Lead (UMIO)

    “The research sprint, marked by a truly co-creative approach and deep stakeholder engagement, brought us crucial clarity. The strategy sprint helped us elevate our mission as care providers to the next level.”
    — Christian Vader, Treasurer CPF & Pharmacy Director

    A powerful collaboration in which research, strategy, and participatory leadership converged to shape the future of resilient, purpose-driven healthcare.

    Case Study

Voices of Co-Creation.

  • Christian Vader, Treasurer CPF & Pharmacy Director

    “Our collaboration with UMIO on the strategic multi-year plan for CPF has been of great value. Their research sprint—characterized by a truly co-creative approach and deep stakeholder engagement—provided crucial clarity and actionable insights. The strategy sprint was exactly what we needed to determine our next steps and further advance our mission as proactive healthcare providers.”

  • Adriaan Wagenaar, Senior Project Lead, Business Innovation

    “As a lecturer in business innovation, I came to know Mikhaël as an inspiring and passionate colleague. With evident joy, he shares his knowledge on creativity and innovation in original ways that add depth to the lessons and help students truly absorb the material.”

  • Michelle Gauci, Global Creative Director, Former CD UBER EMEA

    “As a creative director, Mikhaël has never been anything less than inspiring, positively constructive, eternally supportive, and has always led with integrity and grace. I’ve witnessed firsthand how he runs business and leads pitches with great results, serving as a brilliant senior creative liaison for both brands and agencies.

    Beyond the pragmatic, Mikhaël has a refined aesthetic and a depth of knowledge that extends far beyond advertising. He is instinctively aware of trends and developments in broader social movements and creative disciplines. I consider myself very fortunate to have met and worked closely with him.”

Get in Touch.

Are you active in education or developing learning environments around innovation, leadership, or purpose? I’m happy to think along with you on curriculum design, co-creation processes, keynote contributions, or the facilitation of transformative learning journeys.

Feel free to reach out—let’s explore what’s possible, together.