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The finalists of the 2024 Black British Business Awards have been announced ahead of the gala in October.
Returning for its eleventh year, the BBBAwards celebrate the outstanding achievements of black professionals and entrepreneurs in Britain.
Winners from six industry categories will be announced at the ceremony taking place on Friday 11 October 2024 at the InterContinental London, Park Lane.
Since their inception, the BBBAwards have promoted the representation of black talent across all sectors, recognizing both senior leaders and emerging stars who make a significant contribution to the UK economy. This year, the BBBAwards celebrates 36 finalists, representing Amazon, Apple, Burberry, L’Oréal, American Express, Ralph Lauren, EY, KPMG and exceptional companies in sectors ranging from publishing, finance and technology to beauty, food and drink.
The theme of the BBBAwards 2024 is #NEXT. #NEXT marks a generational change in the Black community and business, recognizing rising stars who are now poised to become the next generation of industry leaders and honoring those who defied the odds and fought hard to pave the way.
Dr. Sophie Chandauka MBE, Chair and Founder of the BBBAwards said: ‘Congratulations to the finalists of the Black British Business Awards 2024. Your success stories serve as a powerful reminder of the progress we are making and what is possible. As we find ourselves in a new political landscape, it is critical that government and industry leaders do not overlook, undervalue or undermine the tremendous talent and potential of the Black community. The BBBAwards class of 2024 is a breathtaking celebration of ambition, achievement, resilience and innovation across all segments of the UK economy.”
Wells Fargo is hosting the 2024 BBBAwards Finalists Reception and has been a major corporate supporter of the BBBAwards since 2019.
John Langley, COO Corporate & Investment Banking and Head of International at Wells Fargo said: “Wells Fargo is honored to support the Black British Business Awards for the fifth year in a row, and we are pleased to announce this week the finalists can host at our London fair. headquarters. These important awards recognize exceptional Black professionals and entrepreneurs and highlight the relentless tenacity, drive, dedication and extraordinary talent of these individuals. I would like to congratulate all the finalists and wish them the best of luck at the awards later this year. We will be there to support you!”
JP Morgan returns for the fifth year as Key Partner of the BBBAwards and The Telegraph will continue its role as national Media Partner for the seventh year in a row.
Other major sponsors include Alix Partners, Baker McKenzie, Barclays, Bloomberg, Deloitte Goldman Sachs, L’Oréal, Morgan Stanley, MSCI, Oliver Wyman, Financial Times, the Stepstone Group and Wellington Management.
The 2024 BBBAwards will honor exceptional Black business talent across six industry categories, celebrating both rising stars and senior leaders. The finalists of the BBBAwards 2024 are as follows:
Art and media Rising stars
- Jimi Adesanya, co-founder and executive producer, JM Films & Unbound Studios
- Monique Reynolds-Blanche, PR Specialist, UK & EMEA Publicity, Netflix
- Daniel Carter, Enterprise Customer Experience Marketing Lead, EMEA, Amazon Web Services
Senior leaders in arts and media
- Charlene Prempeh, Founder, A Vibe Called Tech and Contributing Editor, Financial Times HTSI
- Dr. Charisse Oyediwura, CEO of Black Lives in Music
- Laura Henry-Allain MBE, storyteller, producer, educator and consultant, Allain Creatives
Rising stars in consumer and luxury products
- Leon Francis, senior manager at Apple
- Naomi Mafeni, Senior Brand Manager, CeraVe Skin Care, L’Oréal
- Tia Rochester, Senior Purchasing Manager EMEA, Ralph Lauren Collection
Senior consumer and luxury leaders
- Geoffrey Williams, VP Colleague Attractions & Inclusion, Burberry
- Rene Moshi Macdonald, Founder and Creative Director, Lisou Ltd
- Ryan Panchoo, Founder and CEO of Borough22
Entrepreneur Rising Stars
- Christina Taylor, Founder, Aim Sky High Talent
- Mike Williams, Co-Founder, Flake Bake Ltd
- Tendai Moyo, CEO of Ruka Hair
Entrepreneur Senior Leaders
- Sama Trinder, CEO and Founder, Bingham Riverhouse and Bhuti
- Mark Dalgety, CEO, Caricom Products Ltd T/Z Dalgety Teas
- Ndubuisi Uchea, co-founder and CEO of Word on the Curb
Rising stars in financial services
- Jeffrey Krampah-Williams, National Key Account Manager, Santander
- Khalia Ismain, Black Entrepreneurs Program Manager, Lloyds Bank
- Yinka Baruwa, loan portfolio manager, Wells Fargo
Senior leaders in financial services
- Ize Idemudia, Managing Director, COO, Morgan Stanley
- Oliver Gayle, chief executive of Barclays
- Rob Anarfi, Group Chief Risk Officer, Beazley plc
Professional services Rising stars
- Helen Clark, Global Mobility Tax Technology Manager, KPMG
- Tendai Sibanda, Director, AlixPartners
- Yeshua Carter, senior consultant, founder of EY Outreach, EY
Professional Services Senior Leaders
- Dwayne Gibson-White, Partner, EY
- Kyle Mason, Head of External Monitoring, Shell
- Liza Jordan, CEO of Accenture
VOICE Rising stars
- Hewan Wole, Global Marketing Director, ViiV Healthcare, GSK
- Maureen Biney, software engineer, American Express
- Tolu Falade, Production Team Leader, BP
STEM senior leaders
- Haddy Davies, Global Business Partner, Catalyst Technologies, Johnson Matthey
- Natznet Tesfay, vice president of S&P Global
- Pamela Maynard, CEO of Avanade