BLACK RISE

Join us for an exclusive evening at the stunning Cellar Bar at MBER! Connect with fellow Black Leaders and enjoy exceptional experiences. What to Expect: 1️⃣ Exclusive access to the Cellar Bar at MBER. 2️⃣ Meet Rob Pierre, co-founder & CEO of Jellyfish, valued at £500 million, and owner of MBER. 3️⃣ Delightful drinks: curated wines, beers, soft drinks, and cocktails. 4️⃣ Pan-Asian cuisine: bespoke menu created for our event. Limited availability: Only 35 spots. Secure your place now! Secure your seat here: https://lnkd.in/ebAXPwjR #ExclusiveEvent #Networking #MBER #RobPierre

No one achieves success on their own. You are the average of the people you spend the most time with. Surrounding myself with successful people develops your mindset for larger success. Delighted to spend time with Unette Spencer and Monica Meade two black female leaders at Mastercard discussing partnerships. I’m excited about the future for BLACK RISE Make sure to join the waiting list as we run private event on invite only but we need to know who you are to invite you. Visit www.theblackrise.com #blackleaders #blackrise

Trevor Phillips is a distinguished leader with a multifaceted career in executive recruitment, media, and consultancy. As Chair of Green Park Interim and Executive Recruitment and Managing Director of Webber Phillips, he brings extensive expertise in diversity, inclusion, and strategic leadership. He also serves as a Non-Executive Director at MindGym and Chair of Index On Censorship, advocating for free expression. A prominent voice in journalism, Phillips is a columnist for The Times and the presenter of "Sunday Morning with Trevor Phillips" on Sky News. #Entrepreneur #BlackLeader #Recruitment

Mustapha Ogun is a dedicated advocate for social mobility and transforming the lived experiences of future generations. With a background at Deloitte, he now serves as VP of Internal Consulting Solutions at Citi, where he continues to drive positive change and inspire the next generation. #Finance #BlackLeader #Transformation

Segun Akinwoleola, founder of The Gym Kitchen, a leading brand in healthier, protein-rich foods. With products ranging from lentil pouches to chilled ready meals, Gym Kitchen has become a household name since its retail launch in 2020. Segun, an alum of The Black Farmer's incubator scheme, is also a prominent advocate for Black-owned businesses, participating in events like Tesco's Black History Month festivals. Recently, Gym Kitchen was awarded Channel 4's Black In Business grant, securing £100,000 worth of airtime for their ads. #BlackOwnedBusiness #HealthyEating #Entrepreneurship

Khalia Ismain, co-founder of Jamii, an online marketplace spotlighting over 250 Black creators in the UK. Since 2016, Jamii has grown a community of 38,000+ supporting purpose-driven shopping. Recognised by Cosmopolitan in 2021, Khalia is also the Black Entrepreneurs Programme Manager at Lloyds Banking Group, providing extensive support and funding to Black-owned businesses, including the Black in Business initiative with Channel 4. #BlackBusiness #SupportSmall #CommunityDriven

Meet Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones, aka The Black Farmer, founder of The Black Farmer brand, known for its fresh sausages and Caribbean-inspired products in partnership with M&S. With a focus on consultancy, motivational speaking, and supporting startups through his incubator scheme, The Hatchery, Wilfred is a strategic thinker and dynamic leader. #Entrepreneur #BlackFarmer #Innovation #Leadership #StartupSupport

Simone Gondwe (née Sargeant), Commercial Director at Diageo and Founder of Black FMCG Collective. Recognised in Forbes 30 under 30 and Management Today's 35 under 35, Simone is a high-performing leader with extensive experience in Commercial and Sales. Passionate about team success and driven to challenge the status quo, she continues to make a significant impact in the FMCG industry. #Leadership #Forbes30Under30 #BlackExcellence #WomenInBusiness

Join us for an exclusive evening at the stunning Cellar Bar at MBER! Connect with fellow Black Leaders and enjoy exceptional experiences. What to Expect: 1️⃣ Exclusive access to the Cellar Bar at MBER. 2️⃣ Meet Rob Pierre, co-founder & CEO of Jellyfish, valued at £500 million, and owner of MBER. 3️⃣ Delightful drinks: curated wines, beers, soft drinks, and cocktails. 4️⃣ Pan-Asian cuisine: bespoke menu created for our event. Limited availability: Only 35 spots. Secure your place now! Secure your seat here: https://lnkd.in/ebAXPwjR #ExclusiveEvent #Networking #MBER #RobPierre #PanAsianCuisine

Discover the powerful tension between creative passions and parental expectations as Nnenna Hemeson of NatPower Marine details her path from excelling in pharmaceutical analysis to leading marketing campaigns for top-tier clients. Her story offers a masterclass in negotiation, the value of education, and the essence of understanding customer needs. From selling hats as a young entrepreneur to driving major marketing initiatives, Nnenna's experiences provide a blueprint for leveraging one's talents while navigating career obstacles. Listen Here: https://lnkd.in/ewm7NFVr #BlackLeader #Pharmaceutical #Blueprint