Anjola Adebowale is a Data and AI Consultant at a leading tech firm, where she specializes in designing and developing data platforms and generative AI-powered applications, alongside overseeing data engineering workloads. Her work has earned her both the Rising Star Award and the Microsoft Industry Solutions Rise Award. Anjola is not only recognised for her …
Ruth Abalo is the Executive Vice President at Capital Management. She is originally from Graz, Austria, a second-year student pursuing a degree in Economics at The University of Leeds in the UK, with an expected graduation year of 2025. During the summer of 2023, she is working as a summer intern at the Bank of …
Annabelle Woghiren is a Public Speaker, Advocate, and Activist committed to creating brave spaces that empower individuals and organizations to challenge the status quo, celebrate diversity, and cultivate equitable cultures where everyone can thrive. Her passion for equity is deeply personal. Growing up, she witnessed firsthand the harm caused by inequality, exclusion, and injustice, which …
Shola West, 24, from Croydon, has earned a spot on Forbes Europe’s prestigious 30 Under 30 list for 2024. Known as the ‘Big Sis to Young Creatives,’ Shola has inspired her peers to pursue successful careers in the creative industry by connecting them with opportunities from major brands. From collaborating with Five Guys to being …
Paula Imafidon is the Y20 Innovation and Future of Work Delegate, deeply passionate about empowering youth and playing a pivotal role in initiatives aimed at bridging gaps and nurturing the next generation of leaders. Her focus on mentoring, educating, and encouraging underrepresented talent has led to tangible changes across industries and beyond. Paula currently serves …
Kitan Ojo is a fourth-year MEng Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Exeter, where he balances academic excellence with professional sporting aspirations, alongside a diverse range of leadership and professional experiences. Recognized as a Top 150 Future Leader by Powerlist Magazine, he has had the privilege of representing professional rugby clubs internationally, including in …
Joe-David Okito is the President and Co-Founder of the Careers Advancement Network Society and Vice President of Enactus. Passionate about creating an inclusive and empowering campus environment, he is also involved in research on the impact of extracurricular activities on social mobility. A bilingual (French and English) final-year Philosophy and Politics student at Lancaster University, …
Esmond Afranie is the Founder of Prosper Warwick, a dynamic community of young Black professionals dedicated to empowering the next generation. Prosper Warwick’s mission is to cultivate a network of well-rounded Black professionals who can access opportunities, excel, and drive change in their chosen careers. Through this platform, Prosper Warwick connects students with industry professionals, …
David Ola is a former student entrepreneur with a background in genetics. After a brief stint as a geneticist, he transitioned into tech investment, focusing on pre-seed and seed-stage ventures. His career has come full circle as he returned to the world of genetics. Currently, David serves as a Partner at Nural SEIS Fund and …
Victor Sosanya is the Founder of The Valuable Community, a network dedicated to students and young professionals committed to exchanging value through events, workshops, and weekend retreats. The community’s mission is to empower members to upskill and become more impactful contributors to both the workplace and society. He is also a globally recognized, award-winning researcher, …