Tomi Popoola

Financial Inclusivity & Tech Visionary, UK Black Business Week Honouree & Former AWS Solutions Architect of the Year

  • Fintech leader & DEI advocate promoting financial inclusion through AI
  • Former AWS Solutions Architect of the Year, UK
  • Over 30 global keynotes, including Black Tech Fest
  • Recognised by UK Black Business Week for advancing DEI

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

Advancing Financial Inclusion through AI
Building Inclusive Tech: Strategies for DEI in Cloud Infrastructure
Generative AI and the Future of Work
Breaking Barriers in Fintech: Lessons in Leadership and Innovation
Achieving Scale with DEI-Driven Cloud Solutions
Empowering Women and Minorities in STEM and Tech Leadership

Tomi Popoola is a highly regarded Diversity & Inclusion keynote speaker whose expertise spans artificial intelligence (AI), financial technology (fintech), and cloud infrastructure. As the Founder and CEO of Slash Finances, Tomi leads initiatives to democratise financial services using AI, focusing particularly on underserved communities. Her pioneering vision centres around leveraging technology to bridge financial gaps and foster inclusivity, establishing her as a driving force in DEI and fintech.

Tomi’s career began at JP Morgan, where she quickly distinguished herself as an authority in cloud-native technology, DevOps, and financial systems. Holding dual degrees in Computer Science and Finance, Tomi combined her technical prowess with strategic insight, overseeing large-scale projects that incorporated DEI considerations from the ground up. Her success at JP Morgan fuelled her dedication to inclusive technology and eventually led her to Amazon Web Services (AWS), where she served as a Solutions Architect. At AWS, Tomi spearheaded cloud-based deployments for Fortune 500 companies and earned prestigious accolades, including Solutions Architect of the Year for AWS UK in 2018 and Employee of the Year for Cloud Solutions Innovation in 2017. These awards highlighted her instrumental role in cloud transformation projects that optimised scalability and accessibility.

Tomi’s commitment to DEI is further evidenced by her 2023 recognition at UK Black Business Week for her contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the tech industry. This honour underscored her influence as a DEI advocate and tech leader, and her accomplishments have made her a sought-after speaker on global stages. She has delivered over 30 keynote speeches at renowned events such as AWS Re-Invent roadshows and Black Tech Fest, captivating audiences with her ability to demystify advanced topics, including Generative AI, multi-region cloud deployments, and fintech automation.

As a speaker, Tomi is known for her engaging style and ability to translate complex technological concepts into actionable insights. Her deep understanding of fintech, cloud computing, and inclusive technology resonates with both technical and general audiences. Organisations across industries turn to her for guidance on driving DEI and innovation simultaneously. Tomi’s unique blend of technical expertise and DEI advocacy equips her to address today’s most critical tech challenges, making her a transformative figure in tech-driven inclusivity.

In addition to her corporate accomplishments, Tomi’s advocacy and thought leadership continue to shape the future of accessible technology, with her insights inspiring countless organisations to adopt more inclusive approaches in their work.

Official Testimonials

Tomi Popoola is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:

“Thank you for adding so much value to UK Black Business Week!”

Andre, CEO, Global Purpose Enterpris

“A huge thank you to Tomi for hosting the AWS All-hands; a wonderful job!”

John, CTO, Nightwing

“Thank you for being part of the EDF Woman in Tech fireside chat; you inspired others.”

Fiona, Principal Solution Architect, AWS

“Your dedication and pivotal contribution made AWS Public Sector Day and London Tech Week a success.”

Ross, Marketing Lead, Amazon UKIR

“Thanks for adding learning resources for Black Is Tech members; so much useful information!”

Quiana, Lead, Red Hat

“Thanks, Tomi, for joining us in Poland at the Security Conference; excellent presentation!”

Wojtek, Senior Developer Advocate, AWS

“We are most grateful to you for making Grace Hopper Conference a reality for our scholars.”

Benedicte, Director, AnitaB.Org

“Tomi, thank you for a brilliant GenAI session at Re-Invent; demonstrated bias for action.”

Natasha, Senior Solutions Architect, AWS

“It was fantastic to hear your insights at UK Black Business Week!”

Natasha, Content Director, UK Black Business Week

“So good to meet you at UK Black Business Week; your insights were brilliant!”

 Sidrah, AI and Ethics Specialist, AND Digital

“Wonderful to share the stage with you at UK Black Business Week!”

Rebecca, Design Lead, British Petroleum

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