Naomi Sesay

Head of Creative Diversity for Channel 4, Former Head of Youth Media Engagement for Media Trust & Author of The Human Upgrade

  • On Screen Diversity Executive for Channel 4
  • Owner of the Billionaire Ladies Club
  • Former Freelance Producer & Director for Granada & Channel 4
  • Former Presenter & Producer for MTV

Discover Naomi Sesay’s biography of published work below.

The Human Upgrade
The Human Upgrade

When Naomi Sesay is booked for events, they are known to discuss the following speaking topics:

Find Out How to Creatively and Effectively Move the Dial in Your Inclusion and Diversity Strategy
Nuances, Quirks and Science: Are You Ready to Move Your Leadership Team to a New Level?
The Power of Inclusive & Immersive Storytelling: Tops and Tools ALL Great Storytellers Use

Naomi Sesay has dedicated her career to supporting diversity and inclusion throughout the workplace. With over 20 years of experience in television and media, she has gained vast experience in many different roles and understands that a change needs to be made. When booked as a speaker, Naomi aims to educate her audience about the importance of gaining a diverse workforce and the benefit it can have on a company’s performance.

After graduating from Brunel University, Naomi began working as a Presenter and Producer for MTV. Showcasing her talent allowed her to become a freelance Producer for several Channel 4 shows. In 2008, she created the Billionaire Ladies Club which has allowed her to help female entrepreneurs achieve their aspirations. Gaining a passion for supporting diversity, Naomi has worked for companies such as Media Trust as their Head of Innovation & Diversity and Channel 4 as their Head of Creative Diversity to ensure that the media industry is promoting inclusion throughout their content.

Respected for her admirable career, Naomi received the IDOX award for journalism due to the work she has completed within the local community. She has been able to create vibrant places for them to live, work and play through the charitable work she has completed. Talented in many different fields, Naomi also released the popular book ‘The Human Upgrade’ which aims to help readers be in control of their lives and help guide them into a productive, effective lifestyle.

Naomi Sesay has become a powerful advocate for diversity and inclusion. She aims to spread awareness about cultural intelligence and how businesses within many different industries would benefit from having an inclusive work environment. The experiences she gained from both her own company and the other roles she fulfilled will have provided her with a unique insight into different workplace environments, which is why her viewpoint is valued and sought-after as an after-dinner and corporate events speaker.

Official Testimonials

Naomi Sesay is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:

“Naomi is a captivating speaker and has a unique style in which she takes her audience on the transformational journey with her! She is passionate and authentic and I have heard Naomi speak at events a few times now and can honestly say, she is incredible each and every time”

Sufia, McCann

“On both occasions that I have invited her in as a keynote speaker this year, Naomi Sesay was magic. She is hands-on and real; someone you learn from simply by watching her present so confidently. By combining humour, examples, and a highly focused presentation, she demonstrated her command of inclusion principles and gave her audience immediately useful takeaways. The audience left feeling motivated and many followed up by asking for Naomi’s contact details to invite her to speak to their teams. She’s quite simply one of the best I’ve ever worked with”

Leila, IPA

“Naomi delivered an impactful and outstanding inspirational presentation as part of Heathrow’s black history. Her articulation and passion highlighted the importance of understanding unconscious bias whilst sharing her very inspirational personal journey. Thank you”

Nzinga, Baggage Design

To enquire about Naomi Sesay for your event or corporate function, simply contact us via agent@diversity-inclusion-speakers.com or call a booking agent on 0203 9816 297.