Dr Nike Folayan holds a Masters Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Kent, and a Doctorate in Electronics from the University of Sheffield.

She has held a number of roles in the industry, including as a Network System Trainee for TELNET, a researcher on antenna systems for vehicular applications at Harada Industries, and a Communications Engineer for Mott MacDonald. Since 2013, Nike has been involved with WSP in the UK in a number of roles, including Systems Integration Consultant, Associate, Associate Director, and now Technical Director.

Other appointments include:

– Trustee at Engineering Development Trust

– Diversity panel of the Science Council

– Diversity panel of the Royal Academy of Engineering

– Strategic Planning Committee of the University of the West of England

– Advisor on the Transport for London Diversity Steering Group

– Member of the engineering industrial panel at the University of Kent

– Member of the Mayors Infrastructure Advisory Panel

– Fellow at the Institution of Engineering and Technology

– Honorary Fellow at the Royal Academy of Engineering

– Board member for the Lewis Hamilton Commission

DIVERSITY

Nike is a prominent campaigner for diversity, inclusion and equality in the workplace. In 2012, she was featured on the Powerlist: Britain’s 100 Most Influential People of African and Caribbean heritage. She has contributed to the Royal Academy of Engineering’s diversity strategy, and in 2017, she spoke at the Institution of Engineering and Technology’s “9% Is Not Enough” conference on diversity in the industry.

In 2007, Nike and her brother Ollie founded the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE-UK) and still remain as chairpersons. In 2011, the then Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, and Skills Vince Cable attended their seminar on infrastructure in the UK. He identified the association as “an excellent example of encouraging partnership between stakeholders in the engineering communities and supporting young people as they embark on a range of exciting carer paths in science and technology.”

For a long time, engineering has been seen as a male-dominated career, and although this perception has faded over time, it is only now that we are seeing prominent change. Nike believes that changing the perception of engineering relies on showcasing people from all backgrounds, because “if there are role models from a range of backgrounds who have had the same journeys, the same struggles, and the same challenges as you have, you are more likely to think that it is something that you can do.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Nike Folayan is a passionate and dynamic keynote speaker with a proven ability to inspire audiences on a range of topics, including engineering, sustainability, technology, diversity, and inclusion.

SPEAKING TOPICS

Engineering and Technology: Delving into the latest advancements and their impact upon society.

Diversity and Inclusion: Addressing the challenges and opportunities in creating inclusive communities and workplaces.

Sustainability and Social Impact: Exploring the intersection of business and environmental responsibility.

Innovation and Future Trends: Inspiring audiences with insights into emerging technologies and their potential uses such as 4G, 5G, and Future Technologies.

Understanding Barriers to Recruitment and Retention: Analysing the challenges faced by diverse groups in securing and maintaining employment.

Advocacy and Social Change: Inspiring audiences to take action and advocate for positive change.

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