Kenni Konate | Machine Learning Engineer | Freelancer
I am a Machine Learning Engineer and Artificial Intelligence Trainer who is particularly interested in AI applications in computer vision and data science.
I have completed my master of science degree in data science and AI.
I am co-founder of Mauritanian Engineering Community, founder of TensorFlow Users Nouakchott community, member of women in AI, women in tech and women techmakers communities.
Nikita Thakrar | Director | Journey with Nikita
I work with men and women during their threshold of transition. Drawing on a wide range of transformative modalities including yoga, meditation, breath work, dance, reiki healing and NLP.
I facilitate group coaching, workshops, retreats, treatments, dance school and a digital library. Using a broad range of skills and heightened levels of intuition, I curate a path for clients who are feeling stuck in their present lives.
I equip them with a personalised toolkit and each one progresses with ease and confidence, thriving amidst life’s challenges. When needed I hold their hand, and other times gently tap their finger particularly during periods of change.
My brand `Journey with Nikita` is based on my own professional and personal life experience. Navigating an unconventional career path, changing my name due to an identity crisis and being diagnosed with an incurable chronic illness. Despite this, I continue to thrive and pave the way forward creating new products and services and being a trendsetter in my field.
I dissect the tools and techniques that I use to support my own healing and self-care, to guide otherwise towards becoming unstuck, and empowering them to embrace their potential.
I merge NLP with a spiritual approach to inspire individuals to tap into their own power to overcome turbulence. My signature talk `Discover your Dharma` introduces participants to the concept of living in alignment with their life purpose.
Pooja Doshi | Founder & Owner | Miraya Arts
I am a commerce graduate and post that did a programme in design from NIFT, Delhi. My venture Miraya Arts is an outcome of my love for Art and creativity.”
I believe that when your passion becomes your profession, it’s a blessing and a dream come true! ”This is true for my venture which is an online bespoke gifts and gift packaging solutions provider. I have also participated in exhibitions at the British High Commissioner’s Residence in Delhi, venues in Punjab and Chandigarh.
Miraya Arts was started in 2015 in Pune, India. Till date we have successfully delivered products to 1700 +clients globally. It feels proud to have close to 400 products in my collection and my work supports close to 25 skilled artisans who make our products.I have a vision to curate and deliver innovative and quality gifts to our clients. A bigger aim is to promote the Indian handicrafts and cultural skills of our artisans and craftsmen. We have won accolades for excellent customer service and for supporting Indian handicrafts.
Miraya Arts caters to designer trousseau and gift packaging products. It has an exclusive collection of giveaways for weddings, engagement ceremony, festivals, jubilee celebrations and other occasions including. It`s presence is there on various B2B and B2C portals and wedding related websites. I am a member of organizations like Ficci Flo-Pune chapter, Indo American Chambers of Commerce (IACC) and other groups which help in women empowerment and to support upcoming entrepreneurs and Indian art and craft.
Róláké Omólékúlo | Vice President - Equities Negotiator | Morgan Stanley
Róláké is an experienced equity negotiator at Morgan Stanley(MS) representing the organization in complex derivatives transactional negotiations, catering to a diverse range of clients including corporates and hedge funds.
She started her career in London and relocated to Hong Kong in 2020. With her expertise and extensive experience in EMEA and more recently the Asia markets, Róláké is adept at navigating intricate cross border financial transactions and positions herself as a trusted advisor for both Morgan Stanley and its esteemed clientele. She holds an undergraduate and master’s degree in law and is a New York Bar qualified Attorney.
She is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion (DI), demonstrating her commitment to making a positive impact irrespective of her location. Currently she serves as the Co-Chair of the MS Hong Kong Multicultural Alliance Network, she leads initiatives to support the recruitment, retention, and promotion of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Her goal is to foster a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives. In her prior role in EMEA, she actively participated in the Equities Women Analyst and Associate Committee and the Afro-Caribbean Business Alliance Steering Committee.
Róláké`s commitment to DI is further exemplified by her participation as a member of the MS APAC leadership diversity council working group. She contributes to shaping strategies that promote DI at the APAC leadership level.
She believes in the power of mentorship and actively serves as a mentor, dedicating her time to support and nurture the next generation.
Naireen Asim | Medical Student
Naireen`s dedication to medical excellence is evident throughout her professional journey.
Beginning at St George’s, University of London, where she pursued a BSc in Biomedical Sciences and is currently pursuing an MBBS degree, she quickly emerged as an MBBS Peer Leader, renowned for her academic dedication. Her pursuit of excellence extended to Hull York Medical School, where she earned an MSc in Health Professions Education, conducting groundbreaking research on barriers to learning and mindfulness among first-in-the-family medical students, highlighting her commitment to inclusivity in healthcare education. Despite being the youngest and only medical student in a cohort of experienced professionals, her exceptional skills position her for prestigious MCADMED and FHEA titles.
Building on her academic achievements, Naireen revitalized SGULMEDED and OSCESOC, organizations dedicated to providing accessible medical education for UK medical students. With a focus on inclusivity, she expanded learning opportunities, attracting over 3000 attendees in three years.
In leadership roles, Naireen serves as the Director of Academia at In2MedSchool, where she leads initiatives supporting underrepresented students in medical school applications and spearheads research programs to enhance students` academic profiles. Beyond academia, she contributes to healthcare accessibility through Student MedAID London, collaborating to redistribute medical resources to under-resourced institutions abroad. Her fundraising efforts for initiatives such as Students for Kids International Projects and Teddy Bear Hospital have been instrumental in supporting charitable causes.
With her exemplary track record and unwavering dedication, Naireen continues to make significant contributions to the medical field and beyond, poised to drive positive change in healthcare.
Olivia Jenkins | Founder | D. Louise
I am Olivia, the founder of D. Louise Jewellery, a company established in 2021 with a vision to revolutionise the jewellery industry by offering high-quality, beautiful pieces at accessible prices. Our mission is to be the global leader in creating beautiful jewellery at an accessible price that lasts a lifetime
In response to the growing demand for long-lasting and reasonably priced jewellery, D. Louise has positioned itself as an innovator in the industry. Our strategic focus on affordability and quality ensures that our prices are fair, and the durability of our pieces are incredible. Through extensive research, we identified a material that is highly durable, allowing our customers to wear our pieces confidently during various activities, including showering, exercising, and sleeping.
In just three years of operation, we have successfully sold over 350,000 pieces to more than 100,000 customers, achieving nearly eight-figure annual revenue with remarkable year-over-year growth. Earlier this year, our growth caught the attention of Steve Hewitt, former Gymshark CEO and after working with Steve for several months, he wanted to personally invest into the business. At the time we were not seeking investment however Steve’s proposal for a long-term collaboration was too compelling to simply ignore. Steve now holds a board position in the company, enhancing our confidence in propelling D. Louise to new heights in the coming years.
Sadia Akhtar | Neurological Physiotherapist | MSPhysioCoach
I am a highly experienced specialised neurological physiotherapist with a decade of expertise, comprising eight years in the NHS and two years at a prominent private neurorehabilitation facility in Abu Dhabi.
My passion lies in providing comprehensive care and support to women living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a complex neurological condition impacting various facets of life, including vision, mobility, cognition, balance, bladder and bowel function, mental health and many more.
The core mission of my business is to empower women with MS to proactively manage their diagnosis and lead fulfilling lives by managing both physical and mental health.
To realise this vision, I have developed a 12-week online course, utilising a hybrid model of group and individual coaching. This comprehensive program represents my commitment to holistic care, education, and community-building, with the view to ultimately enrich the lives of women facing the challenges of MS.
Sarah Bramall & Rebecca Daniel | Co-Founders | The Coaching Catalysts
‘The Coaching Catalysts’ was founded by Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel. Both are qualified and experienced Coaches, accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF); trainers for lead coach training organisations and trained Coach Supervisors. They hold additional qualifications in Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP); DISC Personality and Behaviour profiling and Mental Health First Aiders.
With a combined thirty years’ teaching and leadership experience in the education sector, they create change through transformational coaching, supervision and training. Sarah and Rebecca’s aligned passion for impact enables them to work with coaches and professionals to support them to excel personally and professionally, while developing their mindset, prioritising wellbeing and enhancing communication in order to feel fulfilled in all aspects of their lives.
Their work developing coaches has been monumental in ensuring coaches are practising ethically, developing professionally and prioritising their wellbeing in a sector which is currently unregulated.
https://linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Gwendoline Akpulonu | Medical Student | University of Glasgow
I am a fourth year medical student, with strong ambitions to serve the most vulnerable groups in society, and provide an excellent standard of patient care.
Within medicine, I have undertaken research projects in women’s health, particularly obstetrics and gynaecology.
Alongside my degree, I have interests across multiple domains.
Whilst at secondary school, I was the founder and editor-in-chief of my school’s first medical journal, and was a president for both the Medical and Cultural Awareness Societies.
Currently, I am the Vice President of the University of Glasgow`s Afro-Caribbean Society. By planning and marketing various events, we have created an engaging environment for networking and cultural expression within Glasgow’s Black student community. Moreover, as a FutureDoc mentor, I contribute to widening access efforts and diversity in medical school admissions.
In addition, I am a Director for FreshEfied. FreshEfied is a social enterprise that focuses on the edification, evolution and education of Black students and young professionals in the UK. This is achieved through our Scholarships Hub, networking events and our student podcast, Fresh Dscvries.
I co-founded ”The Unveiled” bible study, debate and discussion group. With the central vision to encourage self-development, we mentor the youth at my local church. We have plans to expand this work through community outreach initiatives.
Hannah Okechukwu | Director of Welfare | In2MedSchool
Hannah is a final-year medical student at Imperial College London with a strong interest in paediatrics and public health.
Throughout university, Hannah has demonstrated a strong commitment to voluntary work. In her second year, as part of her university’s Raising and Giving Society, she helped raise >£30,000 for charity and organised community outreach events. As a member of her Paediatrics society ”PlayTeam”, she volunteered with hospitalised children, later becoming “Volunteer Co-ordinator” and “PlayTeam Co-Chair” to support the society`s work.
During the pandemic, she joined a team of London medical students to organise a virtual paediatrics teaching series to facilitate the learning of students in response to COVID disruptions. Later on, as part of Right to Play society, she organised events raising >£11,000 for charity.
In her fifth year, she worked with medical school faculty to analyse exposure to inappropriate behaviours on clinical placements, and develop resources to manage challenging situations. As UH MedGroup Communications Officer she created social media content for a campaign promoting student safety following an increase in spiking incidents. In her final year, she organised an event promoting blood donations amongst university students, with >100 attendees.
For over three years, Hannah has acted as Director of Welfare for the Widening participation initiative “In2MedSchool” aimed at supporting aspiring medical students from disadvantaged backgrounds. In her role, she has managed a small team to protect the welfare of thousands of mentees and volunteers through creating safeguarding courses, developing policies, and arranging talks covering key topics to promote general wellbeing.