OUR GLOBAL SPEAKERS SUMMIT 2O25 WAS A SUCCESS – A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL OUR GUEST AND DEBUT SPEAKERS
THE SOUL OF ANY COMMUNITY LIVES IN THE HEART OF ITS PEOPLE –
On Thursday the 28th of August 2025 , DR Sohail Abraham Ahmed and myself organized OUR FIRST GLOBAL SPEAKERS INTERNATIONAL SUMMIT 2025.
The three hour session featured the very best of Global thought leaders, Bold storytellers, Intelligent business strategists and an amazing line up of change makers.
First and foremost we would like to say a VERY BIG THANK YOU TO our amazing Debut Speakers students who were simply outstanding on the day
WE ARE PROUD OF YOU ALWAYS
A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR DEBUT SPEAKERS
Inayah Sher , a proud Bradford activist, transforms personal adversity into a mission for justice, resilience, and community change. From challenging child betrothal to leading campaigns like banning fireworks for public safety, she stands as a powerful voice for love, equality, and the belief that it is never too late to rise and lead.
*Faisal Mohammed*, a Bradford-born structural engineer and building inspector, is dedicated to ensuring safety, integrity, and excellence in every project he oversees. Beyond his profession, he is a passionate community advocate and volunteer, inspiring others with his vision to uplift communities and empower people worldwide to unlock their greatness.
Joy Josephine a proud Malawian raised in Bradford, is a community champion, NHS Research Associate, and entrepreneur whose ventures celebrate resilience, culture, and connection. Guided by faith and driven by fairness, justice, and empathy, she uses storytelling and action to inspire communities toward respect, inclusion, and lasting change.
*Farhana Pandor is a skilled Financial Controller and accountant with over a decade of experience, helping businesses find clarity, confidence, and growth in their finances. A proud Muslim woman, mother, and advocate of holistic living, she inspires others through her blend of resilience, positivity, and purpose-driven approach to both work and life.
Nana Abena Owusuwaa Hagan is a visionary leader, international business strategist, and passionate advocate for social transformation. As founder of SHOFT CIC and creator of initiatives like EM3RGE and Igniting Dreams, she empowers communities, uplifts women and youth, and breaks barriers on global stages—blending faith, leadership, and purpose to inspire lasting change.
Osakwe Nonyelum Esther is a dynamic author, psychotherapist, pastor, and CEO of Life Improvement Consults CIC, dedicated to transforming lives through faith, coaching, and mindset mastery. With over 15 years of experience, she inspires confidence, resilience, and purpose—empowering audiences to not just learn, but to thrive.
*Leonie Shaw-Brown* is an accountant, lawyer, community advocate, and inspirational speaker whose journey of resilience fuels her fight for racial justice and equality. As Director of Windrush Advocacy and Community Alliance CIC, she amplifies unheard voices, empowers communities, and calls audiences to stand strong, speak truth, and drive lasting change.
Sergeant Donna – – Manchester based service manager with over 35 years experience
YOU ARE ALL FAMILY
A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR INTERNATIONAL GUEST SPEAKERS
Urfana Ayub is an internationally recognised counsellor, author, and speaker whose journey through unimaginable loss has inspired thousands to find hope, healing, and “Sakoon” (peace). From bestselling books to powerful talks across the UK and abroad, she brings a heartfelt, transformative message that turns pain into purpose and grief into growth.
Lara Oyedele is a trailblazing housing champion and social justice advocate who has broken barriers, challenged inequality, and inspired change as the first Black female President of the Chartered Institute of Housing. With a powerful voice shaped by lived experience, she transforms every stage into a platform for truth, equity, and empowering communities to lead their own future.
Wayne Dawson— “Coach Wayne, VIP”—is a dynamic speaker and midlife men’s coach whose magnetic presence inspires bold transformation. From leading global teams to mentoring the next generation, he blends cultural pride, real-world wisdom, and heartfelt authenticity, leaving audiences not just motivated—but moved to action.
Lane Anthony is a visionary educator and school leader with over 40 years in UK education, celebrated for pioneering innovation and championing inclusion. Through his book Autism a Superpower – The Awakening, he shares his own late-discovered neurodivergent journey, offering a powerful, authentic call to embrace the strengths of neurodiversity.
Aro Leonard is Nigeria’s go-to media and communications strategist, renowned for shaping impactful narratives across governance, health, environment, and resilience. From leading £35M annual partnerships at BBC Media Action to founding Nigeria’s first healthy lifestyle station, he blends global expertise with local passion to inspire change, build capacity, and amplify voices across Africa.
David Smith, Chairman of the British African Business Alliance, is a visionary connector driving investment, partnerships, and job creation across Africa. With a career spanning global business, rail development, and fintech innovation, he blends 30 years of marketing expertise with a passion for building wealth, opportunity, and cross-cultural collaboration.
YOU WERE SIMPLY AMAZING
THANK YOU ALL TO ALL OUR ATTENDEES FROM DIFFERENT COUNTRIES AROUND THE WORLD .
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TONY TOKUNBO ETEKA FERNANDEZ 