Introducing Jenny Okolo, clinical therapist, TEDx speaker, and founder of SASA - a company dedicated to supporting neurodiversity and wellbeing in the workplace. In this episode of The Black Sherpa Podcast, Jenny dives into crucial topics surrounding neurodiversity, mental health advocacy, and personal growth. Here are 5 key talking points to entice you to listen: Navigating Neurodiversity and Socioeconomic Backgrounds: Jenny shares insights into how one's socioeconomic background can impact the...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Join us in this captivating episode as Emmanuel Asuquo, a seasoned Financial Adviser and advocate for financial literacy, shares invaluable insights to empower you in making confident financial decisions for yourself and your family. Here are 5 key talking points that will leave you inspired: From Bills to Stocks - Emmanuel's Journey to Financial Literacy : Discover Emmanuel's transformative journey from growing up in a household where bills were dreaded to becoming an advocate for investing and...
Apr 29, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Join us for an insightful conversation with Charlynn Koranteng, a results-driven Diversity & Inclusion leader with extensive experience in the Financial Sector. As a passionate advocate for social mobility, Charlynn empowers her community through entrepreneurship workshops and supports early-career professionals through online platforms. Outside of work, you'll likely find Charlynn at a music gig in North or East London. Key Talking Points: From Inclusion to Awakening: Charlynn reflects on h...
Apr 24, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Step into a world of empowerment and transformation as Graham Roberts shares his expertise on enabling individuals to reach their full potential. Here are 5 key talking points that will leave you inspired: Overcoming Adversity: Discover Graham's journey of defying academic odds, from gaining entry into a top university with unconventional grades to navigating the long-term impact of childhood bullying. Positive Intent and Intercultural Understanding: Learn about the power of assuming positive in...
Apr 17, 2024•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 12
Get ready for a lightning round of insights with David McQueen on The Black Sherpa Podcast! In this quick-fire segment, David, a seasoned leader and family man, shares rapid-fire wisdom drawn from his extensive experience in entrepreneurship and leadership. But hold onto your seats—David's not just your average leader. With a knack for infusing comedy and raw honesty into his advice, he'll have you laughing and learning in equal measure. However, this is just a taste of what's to come. Dive into...
Apr 16, 2024•12 min
Get ready to ignite your inspiration with a rapid-fire round featuring Aaron Burns on The Black Sherpa Podcast! In this electrifying segment, Aaron, a dynamic force in finance and education, shares lightning-fast insights drawn from his remarkable journey—from professional footballer to Life Insurance Specialist and Public Speaker. As a fervent advocate for diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, Aaron's passion for empowering young minds shines through in every answer. Join us as we delv...
Apr 16, 2024•13 min
Get ready for a rapid-fire round with Toni Kent on The Black Sherpa Podcast! In this special segment, Toni, a dynamic speaker, writer, and stand-up comedian, shares lightning-fast insights drawn from her rebellious school days to her rise as a recognized authority in social mobility and corporate culture. With over two decades of IT industry experience, Toni brings a wealth of wisdom and humor to every answer. Discover her quick-witted responses and valuable nuggets of advice on mentorship, chan...
Apr 16, 2024•16 min
Step into the world of business problem-solving with technology as Gari Gono, known as Insurance Technology's Jofra Archer, shares his insights on leveraging technology for success. Here are 5 key talking points that will captivate you: Tech Obsessions and Solutions : Explore Gari's journey and obsession with technology, uncovering how it became a powerful tool for solving business challenges. Breaking Stereotypes : Discover the advantages and challenges of not fitting the stereotype of your rol...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Join us for an insightful conversation with Richard Edge, Founder and CEO of Careerships, as we unravel the power of serendipity in shaping your career journey and achieving your professional aspirations. Here are 5 key talking points that will leave you inspired: Serendipity in Career: Richard delves into the transformative power of serendipity and its role in shaping career trajectories. Learn how unexpected encounters and opportunities can lead to meaningful career breakthroughs. Crafting You...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Here it is, a "chat", slightly transformed, just a bit of a break from the "norm"… If you know you know! Lets dive into a powerful conversation about men's mental health and masculinity with Alex Holmes, award-winning mental health podcaster and author of "Time To Talk: How Men Think About Love, Belonging, and Connection." Here are 5 key talking points that will captivate you: Breaking Stereotypes: Explore how men can move beyond stereotypes and embrace authentic conversations about life, purpos...
Mar 21, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Get ready for a rapid-fire round with Jeffrey Boakye! Join us as we revisit our engaging chat with this former teacher turned dynamic writer, speaker, and educator in our Season 2 opener. Discover Boakye's invaluable insights on success in life and business—tune in to Season 2, Episode 1 for the full scoop CONNECT WITH JEFF https://www.jeffreyboakye.com/ https://twitter.com/jeffreykboakye https://www.instagram.com/jeffreykboakye CONNECT WITH THE BLACK SHERPA LinkedIn: Nyambe Sumbwanyambe Instagr...
Mar 20, 2024•7 min
Join us for a riveting conversation with Steven Fuller, Founder of Race in STEM, as we explore the intersection of diversity, inclusion, and performance in the world of STEM. Get ready for a melodic journey as Steven Fuller reflects on the transferable skills gleaned from his diverse career, where every note played becomes a lesson in resilience and adaptation Here are 5 key talking points that will captivate you: Race in STEM: Steven delves into the powerful community he's cultivated through Ra...
Mar 12, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Ready to explore the world of inclusion, equity, and social mobility? Join us on The Black Sherpa Podcast as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Joanne Conway, Head of Inclusion & Culture, International at DLA Piper, in our latest episode! 🎙️ Here are 5 key talking points that will leave you wanting more: Creating a Culture of Inclusion: Joanne shares insights on asking tough questions to foster a culture of inclusion for everyone, emphasizing the importance of empathy and allowing ...
Mar 01, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this episode of The Black Sherpa Podcast, I sit down with the remarkable Hannah Awonuga, Group Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Knight Frank. With nearly 2 decades of experience in banking and a passion for championing diversity, Hannah shares her insights and personal journey that have shaped her into the influential DEI thought leader she is today. Key Discussion Points: Guiding Light and Cultural Battles: Hannah reflects on her upbringing, navigating the clash of cultures at hom...
Feb 27, 2024•54 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Welcome or welcome back! In this episode where we dive into the powerful intersection of education, creativity, and community development with Professor Katy Shaw, a leading figure in 21st-century writing and publishing at Northumbria University, UK. Professor Shaw shares insights from her personal journey, highlighting the profound impact of education and the ethos of hard work instilled by her parents. Her father transitioned from industry to teaching, shaping her lifelong commitment to person...
Feb 20, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Get ready for one hell of an episode of the Black Sherpa Podcast featuring David McQueen . David is family man first, the husband of one, father of two and friend of many. He has founded and co-founded a number of businesses including Q Squared, Black Founders Hub and Evermoor and sits as a Non Exec on the advisory board of many companies offering support on leadership and financial competence. David is more than just a leader—he has the uncanny knack for using comedy and absolute candor to insp...
Feb 14, 2024•44 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Join us for an electrifying episode of the Black Sherpa Podcast featuring Aaron Burns—a dynamic force breaking barriers in finance and education. From professional footballer to Life Insurance Specialist and Public Speaker, Aaron's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Aaron, a former professional Manchester United Footballer turned advocate for diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, shares his remarkable journey. With a passion for empowering young minds, Aaron's impact extends far bey...
Feb 06, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode of The Black Sherpa Podcast, join me for an inspiring conversation with Toni Kent – a dynamic speaker, writer, and stand-up comedian, specialising in social mobility and corporate culture. From her rebellious school days to becoming a recognised authority, Toni shares her transformative journey and insights on the value of mentorship. Toni Kent brings a unique blend of wit, wisdom, and 20+ years of IT industry experience to the table. As a sought-after speaker and workshop facili...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In this episode of The Black Sherpa Podcast, I am thrilled to host the incredible Jeffrey Boakye – ex-teacher turned prolific writer, speaker, broadcaster, and educator. Join us as Jeffrey shares epic stories, from his journey from being a certified "waste man" to leading educational reform and breaking open the conversation about race and racism. Our guest, Jeffrey Boakye, brings a wealth of experience as a former English teacher for 15 years and now a Senior Teaching Fellow at the University o...
Jan 24, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Big and serious... Apologies in advance for the impromptu singing that kicks off this episode – a moment of unfiltered vulnerability! If you can bear with me through that musical madness, your reward is an insightful dive into the four core values I've distilled from Season 1 of the Black Sherpa Podcast: Self-Empowerment, Continuous Learning, The Power of One, and Community. You'll have to tune in for the full context. I open up about my reflections and lessons learned during my initial foray in...
Jan 24, 2024•21 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode, we speak to Gabriel Sackey. At the time of recording he was a client engagement consultant within the tech industry who started his professional journey later than most. Gabriel shares his candid observations of growing up in the not-so-nice parts of North West London, and how these experiences have shaped his view of the world today. Gabriel has recently secured an exciting new position within the field of recruitment. We discuss the importance of flexing to improve communicati...
Mar 14, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Anand Madhvani is Head of Sales, Boehringer Ingelheim Ltd, a large pharmaceutical company. Anand is a lateral thinker who is passionate about enhancing organisational capabilities and its power in shifting mindset and performance. During his career he has developed strengths in coaching, matrix management and strategic thinking within Sales Management and Business Excellence leadership roles. As a foundational principle, he strongly believes that it is our unity in driving diversity which will u...
Feb 28, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Octavia Goredema MBE is a career coach and the founder of Twenty Ten Agency . Her mission is to help underrepresented professionals advance their careers. Octavia is the author of PREP, PUSH, PIVOT: Essential Career Strategies for Underrepresented Women , published by Wiley. She has coached leaders at renowned companies including Google, American Airlines, Tinder, General Motors, Nike and Dow Jones. Originally from England, Octavia was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) ...
Nov 29, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Ryan Scott leads Twentysix, a digital marketing agency based in the UK. Over the last fifteen years he has worked his way up from an entry role in the business, taking over the reigns of CEO in 2019. Ryan is passionate about creating a fertile environment for the personal growth for some 150 staff, whilst delivering transformational performance for the agency's clients which includes the likes of Dior, GHD, Fortnum & Mason and Wilkos. My guy also happens to be a life long friend and a true s...
Nov 19, 2022•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Sam Pygall has worked in the healthcare sector for over 20 years and is currently serving as the Commercial Strategy and Operations Lead for MSD UK. Over the course of his career with MSD, Sam has gained a broad set of experiences and consistent track record of delivery excellence with a focus on improvement of healthcare outcomes. Sam is passionate about improving healthcare for all, innovation is a consistent theme and he has been involved in many groundbreaking commercial partnerships, such a...
Nov 01, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Michelle is a Senior Lawyer at MSD, a global pharmaceutical company supporting their UK and Irish subsidiaries. She has a broad experience in the pharmaceutical sector, providing legal advice to the commercial teams on the management of their key product brands, in addition to advising on other complex commercial matters. She supports the business on complex contracting including advising on procurement agreements, licensing agreements and agreements relating to strategic projects with external ...
Oct 24, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Charlotte has 15 years’ experience in healthcare. Following many years in communications, she currently serves within Amgen’s Global Customer Capabilities organisation. Her role is part Chief-of Staff, part communications advisor and part integrator, to help ensure global capability building efforts realise their purpose in enabling execution excellence within the markets. She is deeply committed to authentic leadership and the power of psychological safety in enabling us all to realise our pote...
Oct 17, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Tim Philip is a pharmaceutical leader with just under 20 years’ experience across sales, marketing, digital and business transformation, and consulting. As the son of a first generation immigrant from the Caribbean, he had no social or family links into the pharmaceutical industry but has worked his way up from sales representative to the global brand leader at a top ten global pharmaceutical company. Tim is passionate about highlighting, supporting and developing people of ethnic minority or di...
Oct 11, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Welcome to The Black Sherpa Podcast! If you are from a disadvantaged background or marginalised community, personal growth and career progression is often subject to narratives and behaviours that make it even harder to succeed. The Black Sherpa Podcast was created to help right these wrongs. The show is hosted my Yam, a commercial leader with 15 years’ experience at one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical organisations. A father of two I hoping to play a part in creating the equitable, divers...
Sep 11, 2022•2 min•Season 1Ep. 1
