A lawyer from Dulwich has been named ‘business person of the year’ at the Black British Business Awards.
Segun Osuntokun, who was born in Nigeria, boasts an impressive career with over 25 years’ experience working on complex projects for over 30 FTSE 100 companies, and more than 50 Global Fortune 500 companies. He also heads up his firm’s Africa division with clients including the African Development Bank and Central Bank of Nigeria.
Throughout his career he has also been an advocate for racial equality and greater diversity in the City. In an open letter, published in July after the death of George Floyd, he wrote: “As the managing partner of the largest office of a major international firm and as a Black man, I feel a responsibility to scrutinise the inclusivity of my own firm. I appreciate being in a painfully small minority in the City carries with it a duty to step forward as a vocal and visible role model.”
Melanie Eusebe, Chair and Co-Founder of the Black British Business Awards said: “After a year filled with so many challenges, it was rewarding to take a step back this month to reflect not only on the history of the Black community here in the UK, but also to celebrate the incredible individuals who are making their mark now.”
Sophie Chandauka, Co-Founder of the Black British Business Awards said: “Each of our finalists and award winners is a source of inspiration, highlighting the significant accomplishments and important contributions the Black community is making in every sector of the business world.
“They all deserve recognition and congratulations for their accomplishments and it was our pleasure to honour them at the Black British Business Awards events this October.”