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29 October
09:00 - 10:20 BST
EXPO
Visit our abundant partners in the Expo
29 October
10:20 - 10:30 BST
Keynote
Collaboration: The Local and Global
Speaker : Kike Oniwinde, Founder, BYP Network
29 October
10:40 - 11:10 BST
Keynote
Collaboration: The Local and Global
Who are we without community -- those who we can turn to for guidance, support, upliftment and sometimes a much-needed laugh. Although we live in societies that often celebrate individuality, where “pulling yourself up by the bootstrap” is considered a measure of success, none of us can realistically exist without each other. Building a solid community is a vital part of our survival and our ability to navigate this world, both personally and professionally. However this takes work, and there’s an art to making it all come together and work for you. This talk will both inspire and hopefully force us to all re-think about the value of our tribes and how we can identify, cultivate and lean on our communities to build a future for the next generation and beyond.
Speaker : Sherry Dzinoreva, Director of Policy Programs, Africa, Middle East and Turkey, Facebook
29 October
11:20 - 11:50 BST
Keynote
Collaboration: The Local and Global
We may hail from different geographical locations, grow up in different homes and are culturally diverse. But one thing that binds us all is our history and the colour of our skin. These binds run deep and are permanent as they are powerful and should be leveraged to elevate our communities. We should collaborate to spread our collective knowledge and utilize our unique skills to ensure we all progress and achieve economic freedom. Whether it’s a small community group, a big conference, or a global community, every opportunity we get, we must aim to uplift our peers.
Speaker : Reggie Yates, Director and Founder, FIVE7
29 October
12:00 - 12:30 BST
Keynote
Collaboration: The Local and Global
As BYP Network celebrates its 5 years, there have been changes and new directions! Join this session to uncover what BYP Network has done and what we will continue to do to serve you and the community.
Speaker : BYP Network Leadeship Team
29 October
12:30 - 14:00 BST
EXPO
Visit our abundant partners in the Expo or meet fellow attendees in the Networking space
29 October
14:00 - 15:00 BST
Panel
Collaboration: The Local and Global
Details coming soon....
Speaker : Kem Ihenaho, Private Equity Partner & Co-Chair, Global Private Equity Practice, Latham Watkins
Host : Kike Oniwinde, Founder, BYP Network
29 October
15:10 - 15:40 BST
Fireside Chat
Collaboration: The Local and Global
Every week, Governments around the world roll out new policies to navigate the pandemic and work towards, what some world leaders have described as ‘The New Normal’. But ‘The Old Normal’ never worked for us Black people, so the new normal won’t either. This is why its important for us to shape, create and campaign for better policy and work towards a better normal, not a new one. Join us as we explore the MAJOR CHANGES in policy and why we must center Black voices and racial justice in policy-making!
Join us as we explore the MAJOR CHANGES in policy and why we must centre Black voices and racial justice in policy-making! "
Speaker : Nathan Ashely, Senior Public Policy Officer, Voi Technology
Speaker : Jermain Jackson, Singer, Activist, Author
29 October
15:40 - 16:10 BST
EXPO
Visit our abundant partners in the Expo
29 October
16:10 - 16:40 BST
Panel
Collaboration: The Local and Global
They say business is a dog-eat-dog world, and this is usually the case. Yet, companies that serve communities and put people first usually come out on top in the long run. So how do you effectively move out of one of the oldest ideas of business to a more inclusive, collaborative organisation. In this session, leaders from BYP Network will share practical insight on what can be achieved through collaboration.
Speaker : BYP Network Leadeship Team
Host : Dom Scott, Managing Director, Alexander Hall
29 October
16:45 - 17:00 BST
Keynote
Collaboration: The Local and Global
Speaker : Kike Oniwinde, Founder, BYP Network
29 October
14:00 - 14:30 BST
Presentation
Future of Work: Tech Edition
As large corporations try to create change and provide a clear pipeline for black leaders, it can feel like businesses are doing it by themselves! To make true change, it’s time to move into industry wide change that can hold everyone accountable to the same level. This is where Leadership U for Humanity comes in, a programme developed for one million new Black and diverse leaders. Join this sessions to uncover the core steps you can take to advance your leadership skills as well gaining business tactics as we transition to a post pandemic economy.
Speaker : Jean-Marc Lauchez, President, Korn Ferry Institute
Host : Dom Scott, Managing Director, Alexander Hall
29 October
15:10 - 15:40 BST
Future of Work: People Edition
Details coming soon....
Speaker : David Solomon-Sodimu, Program Specialist, DeepMind
Speaker : Marta Garnelo, Research Scientist, DeepMind
29 October
16:10 - 16:40 BST
Future of Work: Tech Edition
Details coming soon....
Speaker :Michelle Thompson-Dolberry, Vice President, Senior HR Business Partner, American Express
Speaker :Nelly Kiboi, Software Engineer, American Express
29 October
14:00 - 15:40 BST
Award/Competition
Partnership in Business
Shoot Your Shot is an exciting competition for innovative, early-stage businesses in the ideation stage. We provide a platform to support fellow Black innovators and disrupters. Join us to see and hear our finalists’ game-changing ideas, see the pitches broken down by our expert panel and see who is crowned the winner.
29 October
14:00 - 14:30 BST
Fireside Chat
Personal Development
Since the pandemic began, we’ve all had to adapt to new ways of working and we’ve seen a positive shift where employees are can perform their roles remotely. It’s an exciting time where we can manage our work/life balance but it’s time to change gears. Join this session to hear key actions to maximise your potential for a more purposeful approach to office and remote working, by highlighting how to use the advantages to your benefit, and how to minimise the disadvantages. There will be tips on how to keep it fresh to make an impact with both your team and your management, including maximising on networking opportunities to propel your profile and how to step into the spotlight when the opportunities arise. Join us to keep moving forward in your career…. no matter where your desk is!
Speaker : Priscilla Lutalo, Head of Audit for Group and Divisional Operations, and Payments, Credit Suisse
Speaker : Andrew O'Flaherty, Analyst, Special Situations Group, Credit Suisse
29 October
14:35 - 15:05 BST
Presentation
Personal Development
Knowledge is power, and there is power in numbers. We aren’t each other’s competitors. We are allies. Through collaboration, we can support each other, elevate each other and foster economic elevation in organisations and communities. Share knowledge through mentorship, networking, and organisations that promote collaboration. It could be as simple as speaking at graduation or creating a robust network of mentors. Simply pay it forward and give a hand to those coming up. True success is when we are all successful.
Speaker : Kojo Marfo, Cultural Strategist, My Runnway Group
Host : Mlavontelle, Presenter, Producer & DJ
29 October
15:10 - 15:40 BST
Fireside Chat
Personal Development
Do you want to change? Do you want to move from talking into action? But where do you start? To be able to create change, it's essential to not only listen but understand what the issues are at hand to create practical action steps, you can all take (regardless of position). In this session, you'll uncover tactical ways to successfully implement the needs of the community in the world of business.
Speaker : Dominic Carter, Chief Commercial Officer, News UK
Host : Dom Scott, Managing Director, Alexander Hall
29 October
16:10 - 16:40 BST
Presentation
Personal Development
Networking is a critical component to professional development and career success. Join Morgan Stanley’s Chief Operating Officer for Technology, Operations and Firm Resilience, Peter Akwaboah, as he explores the power of building your network with purpose, the importance of leading by influence and the meaning of support. Here, Peter will share his own personal experiences of developing influential networks, learning to lead ‘the right way’, and will offer insights and actionable advice on how you can strengthen your profile in an authentic way to elevate your career. Have a minute to spare? Watch Peter’s Morgan Stanley Minute on the importance of Employee Network Groups.
Speaker : Peter Akwaboah, Chief Operating Officer - Operations, Technology and Firm Resilience , Morgan Stanley
29 October
14:00 - 15:00 BST
Workshop
Personal Development 2.0 (Workshops)
A series of lightning fireside chats exploring how different Facebook employees have collaborated internally and externally to make an impact in the community, while also developing themselves in the process. There are always wins, challenges and learnings in every endeavour and these amazing employees will be here to share their stories, as well as insights and advice.
Speaker : Julia Mansi, Regulatory Litigation Counsel, Facebook
Speaker : Tope Owolabi, Administrative Planning and Operations Partner, Facebook
Speaker : Megan Thomas, Public Policy Associate Manager, UK, Facebook
Speaker : Uthman Mohammed, Enterprise Support Tech, Facebook
29 October
15:00 - 16:00 BST
Workshop
Personal Development 2.0 (Workshops)
Whether it's through property, stocks, business or cryptocurrencies, there are so many methods to creating your own version of financial freedom. Bola Sol will give you a breakdown of traditional and new methods you can venture into along with the risks and rewards in each category
Speaker : Bola Sol, Founder, Redefined Currency
