Lola Adeyemo

Lola Adeyemo is a notably compelling diversity and inclusion speaker whose expertise spans corporate consulting, keynote presentations and workshop facilitation. With a scientific background in biotechnology and biochemistry and over fifteen years of experience across global organisations, Lola brings credibility and clarity to complex DEI topics. As the founder and CEO of EQImindset, she helps companies integrate inclusive leadership and optimise Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) in ways that drive business results and genuine belonging.

Her signature talks are built around powerful themes such as “From DEI Buzzwords to Action” and “Thriving in Intersectionality”, where she unpacks how multiple underrepresented identity intersections – such as being a Black immigrant woman and a working mother – shape both challenges and strengths in corporate life. Through personal stories and practical frameworks, she shows audiences how to convert jargon into tangible change – such as optimising ERGs to improve recruitment, retention and engagement.

As a TEDx speaker with a talk titled “Belonging is not about fitting in”, as well as host of the podcast Thriving in Intersectionality and author of the book Thriving in Intersectionality: Immigrants, Belonging, and Corporate America, Lola amplifies the voices of immigrant professionals navigating corporate systems that often overlook them. Her lived experience as an immigrant scientist turned consultant underpins her ability to foster authentic connections with diverse audiences, encouraging each individual to lean into their unique “flavour” and lived story as a source of leadership and impact.

Organisations that engage Lola gain more than a keynote speaker—they gain a trusted partner in cultivating inclusive workplaces. She facilitates ERG optimisation workshops, intersectionality training, and inclusive leadership development sessions that resonate with leaders at all levels. Her testimonials reflect her approachable, conversational style and her ability to connect deeply with audiences, drawing on both data‑driven insight and heartfelt personal narrative. In essence, Lola Adeyemo is an expert speaker who transforms organisational DEI ambitions into meaningful, people‑centred practice.