Naomi Sesay is a dynamic and influential speaker who challenges audiences to reexamine their emotional, cultural, and neurological habits to foster diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
With over 30 years of experience in television and media, she has established herself as a powerful advocate for diversity and a trailblazer for social enterprise.
As Head of Creative Diversity at Channel 4, Naomi plays a pivotal role in developing and implementing diversity initiatives that ensure the network’s commissioning reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community of the UK.
Her commitment to inclusivity extends beyond her current role, as she previously served as Head of Innovation and Diversity for Media Trust, where she utilized the creative industry’s skills to amplify the voices of charities, young people, and underrepresented communities in the media.
Naomi’s impact transcends organizational boundaries, as she has developed and delivered diversity and inclusion training for a wide range of companies and institutions, including Google, YouTube, NBC Universal, Amazon, Mars UK, Deloitte, Lloyds Bank, and various Government agencies.
Before her roles in creative diversity, Naomi made significant contributions to the media landscape, working as a Producer, Director, and Presenter for MTV News during MTV Europe’s heyday. She later became one of the first Producers of Channel 4’s groundbreaking show, ‘Big Brother.’
In 2020, Naomi embarked on her most ambitious social enterprise yet: developing the first smart, sustainable, female-centric city in Sierra Leone, West Africa.
This project aims to create an equitable, regenerative, and eco-first city prototype that reimagines how communities can live and work collectively and sustainably in future cities.
Her vision has attracted support from numerous organizations eager to participate in this transformative endeavor.
Naomi Sesay’s tireless advocacy for diversity and inclusion, coupled with her innovative approach to social enterprise, has positioned her as a driving force for positive change in both the media industry and broader society.
Her thought-provoking speeches inspire individuals and organizations to embrace diversity, challenge norms, and create more inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.
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