Scottish Branch: Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE-UK Scotland)

Members of AFBE-UK came together at All Bar One for an enjoyable evening of food, games, and networking. We were thrilled to see such a fantastic turnout at the event organized by Michelle Ondah 💞💪. During the gathering, our co-founder, Ollie Folayan, presented AFBE-UK's vision to attract and retain talent in engineering and technology, as well as to ensure progression to leadership roles in these sectors. The event was attended by esteemed individuals such as Dr. Carol Marsh OBE (from Celestia Technologies and AFBE-UK Advisor Board), Dr. Bishop Falope (from Petronas), Dr. Leonard Besong (from BT Group and the United Nations General Assembly), and many others. We’re excited about the next 𝑨𝑭𝑩𝑬-𝑼𝑲's 𝑩𝒊𝒓𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒉𝒂𝒎 𝑯𝒖𝒃 𝑳𝒂𝒖𝒏𝒄𝒉 & 𝒀𝒆𝒂𝒓-𝑬𝒏𝒅 𝑵𝒆𝒕𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕  𝑻𝒐𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒓𝒐𝒘 𝑻𝒉𝒖𝒓𝒔𝒅𝒂𝒚, 5𝒕𝒉 𝑫𝒆𝒄𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓 2024, at WSP's Birmingham office. 🥂🎉🎆 As a valued partner, your involvement in this launch will be highly appreciated. 𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑫𝒆𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒔: 📅 𝑫𝒂𝒕𝒆 5th December 2024 ⏲️ 𝑻𝒊𝒎𝒆 : 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM 📍𝑳𝒐𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: WSP, Wharfside Street, Birmingham B1 1RQ 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: https://lnkd.in/eUUXexwk 𝑰𝒇 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝑨𝑭𝑩𝑬-𝑼𝑲'𝒔 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌 𝒊𝒏 𝑬𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒃𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒉, 𝒇𝒆𝒆𝒍 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒉 𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒃𝒚 𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂 𝒎𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒂𝒈𝒆 𝒕𝒐 members@afbeukscotland.org. Thomas J. Emmanuel Oni Dr Ismaila Ibrahim, MBA, CMC Ollie Folayan MBE (PhD CEng FIChemE) Dr Ismaila Ibrahim, MBA, CMC #engineeringlife #birminghamconnections #bhamtogether #explorebirmingham #brummeetup #magiccityevents #SocialSceneBrum #edingburghNetworking #eventinbirmingham #stemcommunity #birminghamnetworking #EdinburghMeetups #uknetworking #empoweringcommunities #connectcollaboratecreate #birminghamevents #yearendnetworking #networkingwithpurpose #communityconnections #networkingvibes #professionalgatherings #eventfulmoments #buildingconnections #collaborationgoals #inspiringevents #inclusivenetworking #eventnetworking #empoweringevents #communitymatters #creatingopportunities

Nike Folayan was named in our REflect Top 24 Role Models for 2024 list. We caught up with Nike, the Technical Director at WSP and Co-founder of AFBE-UK, as she shares her guidance for the upcoming generation of professionals. Q1. What is your greatest achievement in your career? "Working on amazing projects all over the world. Supporting next generation of engineers to achieve their personal and professional goals." Q2. Who or what inspires you in your work? “I'm inspired by the success stories of the next generation of engineers.” Q3. Please provide one piece of advice for future global ethnic-majority engineers. “Never give up. Have the courage to succeed. There will be challenges but just keep going.” The Top 24 for 2024 list was produced in partnership with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE-UK).

It was an incredible evening spent in great company at the #OEUKAwards24. One of the highlights for me was the passionate and thought-provoking speech by David Whitehouse which left me reflecting on the future of an industry that has contributed so much—and continues to contribute—to the UK economy. I was particularly proud of the nomination of Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE-UK) as a finalist for the Neighbour of the Year award. While we didn’t win this time, being acknowledged in this category is a huge honour and a testament to the impactful work AFBE-UK is doing. At AFBE-UK, our contributions extend beyond fostering community development. We are actively changing narratives and positively influencing the next generation in this industry, and I’m deeply honoured to serve as an ambassador for this inspiring organisation. Congratulations to all the winners at #OEUKAwards24! And a heartfelt congratulations to Ollie Folayan MBE and the entire Scottish Branch: Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE-UK Scotland) team, Ebere OMartins. Olaitan Akinyele, Rakhi Gupta, Mayolein MacDonald, Dr Urenna Vivian Adegbotolu, Wilson Moahyi, Ikechukwu Onyegiri, Mo O., for your dedication and unwavering commitment to making a difference. Don't forget to join us next week at the very last leadership Talk series for the year with Dr Nelson Ogunshakin FREng OBE as he shares his remarkable journey on building a lasting legacy. Please register using this link: https://lnkd.in/egHez2c9 Look forward to seeing you there.

What A Night! The OEUK Awards was a remarkable occasion, celebrating the wealth of knowledge and expertise within the U.K. offshore energy industry. It was also a prime opportunity for networking with the people and organisations dedicated to shaping the workforce of the future. Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE-UK) was honoured to be finalists in the Neighbour of the Year category. This recognition is a testament to the incredible work of our volunteers who tirelessly dedicate their time, energy, and resources to ensuring equitable representation in STEM careers across our ever-growing diverse communities and by extension industry. Heartfelt gratitude to the Offshore Energies UK under the leadership of David Whitehouse, and to the eclectic host of the awards, Rob Rinder. Congratulations to all the finalists and winners on the night; and the Scottish Branch: Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE-UK Scotland) team representing AFBE-UK at the awards Ollie Folayan MBE (PhD CEng FIChemE) Ikechukwu Onyegiri, PhD CEng MIMechE Dr Urenna Vivian Adegbotolu Mo O. Olaitan Akinyele PhD MEI Patricia Nnanna (Onumah) Ebere OMartins Mayolein MacDonald Wilson Maohyi #OEUKAwards24 #AFBE #STEM

🚗✨ Rev Your Engines with the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE-UK), Motorsport UK and Race for Diversity! Are you working in or dreaming of a career in motorsport? Join us for an inspiring evening designed to connect, educate, and empower. What to Expect: - Hear from young talent and seasoned professionals in the motorsport industry. - Learn about our Ignite programme, transforming lives in schools with support from Mission 44. - Network with industry experts and enthusiasts. Event Details: 📅 Date: Tuesday, 10th December 2024 📍 Location: York St. John University, Export Building, 1 Clove Cres, London E14 2BA (6th Floor) ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM 🍴 Refreshments: Provided 👗 Dress Code: Smart Casual This is your chance to connect with the future of motorsport—don’t miss it! Register here: https://lnkd.in/ePcBJnkw Tag a friend who’d love to join or register now! 🎉 #MotorsportInnovation #AFBEEvents #IgniteProgramme #MotorsportUK

The Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE-UK) proudly partnered with WSP in the UK to deliver the 20th and final University Transition Event of the year—a truly inspiring day of learning and growth. The event kicked off with an impactful session led by @Louise Elliot, who shared her incredible career journey, from relocation and career pivots to embracing challenges with perseverance. Her advice to “say yes to opportunities and embrace growth through challenges” resonated deeply with everyone in attendance, setting the tone for a memorable and motivating event. The graduate panel provided invaluable insights into mentorship, perseverance, and navigating application processes, offering candid advice on managing the often-challenging transition from university to professional life. Kerry Sneddon shared expert advice on the WSP application process, highlighting common pitfalls and strategies for success. Attendees gained meaningful feedback during the CV reviews, mock interviews, and group exercises, equipping them with practical tools to enhance their applications and interviews. Additionally, the group activities helped sharpen their communication and teamwork skills—essential assets for any career. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with one participant remarking, “The experience was amazing and changed my perspective. No money can measure it.” It was an enriching and impactful day. We look forward to bringing more of these transformative experiences to universities, companies, and cities near you next year. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of it!

We are pleased to announce that Dr Ollie Folayan MBE (PhD CEng FIChemE) - Co-Founder and Chair, Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE-UK) Scotland has been nominated for the African Business Chamber (AfBC) Top 1OO African Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs in the UK 2024. Nominate yourself or a colleague for the UK's Top 100 African Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs 2024 https://lnkd.in/eyCrbGPW KEY DATES: 01 Jun 2024     Nomination open 30 Nov 2024 Nomination close Dec 2024 Panel Selection Dec 2024      Top 100 Announcement and Awards Categories Shortlist 29 May 2025 In person Awards Ceremony https://lnkd.in/e8QMpQpR The AfBC Top 100 Initiative strives to highlight, honour, and celebrate the achievements, successes, and contributions of African businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the UK, as part of the AfBC's mission to strengthen their voice and promote inclusive economic growth. Find more https://lnkd.in/ev9Yd8E

Our Founder, Lewis Hamilton, launched The Hamilton Commission in 2020 to research the underrepresentation of Black people in UK motorsport. One of the key findings, alongside the report’s 10 recommendations, was the disproportionate rate of school exclusions for students from Black Caribbean backgrounds. Mission 44 was formed out of these recommendations, with a specific focus on building a more inclusive education system that tackles the root causes of school exclusion, and where every young person feels like they belong. Hear from Lewis on how his own experience of exclusion has led to the launch of our  Nothing Happens in Isolation campaign. Take action to #PreventExclusions and find out more at: preventingexclusions.com

At GSK, we’re inspiring the next generation of diverse innovators to help us tackle the world's biggest health challenges. But we can’t do this alone. That’s why, to mark the first year of our £6m, 10-year investment in UK STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths) equity initiatives, we brought together organisations such as New Scientist, our STEM mentoring partners, and others to share insights on breaking down barriers to STEM careers for under-represented groups. Find out more: https://gsk.to/491UfKt #GSKSTEMUK

🌟 Exciting Career Opportunities with the Environment Agency! 🌟 Are you a Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineer ready to make a difference? The Environment Agency is looking for talented professionals to join their team and help shape a sustainable future. 💼 Explore these roles now live on our website: Graduate Civil Engineer: https://lnkd.in/dAj4zVj4 Graduate Mechanical Engineer: https://lnkd.in/dgRxw9aj Graduate Electrical Engineer: https://lnkd.in/dBGz7Syd Join a team that’s committed to protecting the environment and improving lives. 🌍 👉 Visit AFBE-UK's Job Board to learn more and apply today: afbe.org.uk #EngineeringJobs #CivilEngineering #MechanicalEngineering #ElectricalEngineering #Sustainability #AFBEUK #EnvironmentAgency