Founding Member of Amazon’s Black Employee Network, Head of Culture & Inclusion at IPG Mediabrands & Recognised on the EMpower 100 Ethnic Minority Future Leaders List

Aisha Suleiman is a leading voice in diversity, equity and inclusion, currently serving as Head of Culture & Inclusion at IPG Mediabrands. A dynamic leader with a strong track record of driving meaningful change, Aisha is best known for founding influential initiatives that empower marginalised groups in the workplace. Her work in building inclusive cultures across global organisations has earned her wide recognition as a forward-thinking changemaker and sought-after speaker on workplace inclusion, leadership and employee engagement.

Aisha’s impact in the diversity and inclusion space is rooted in both strategic leadership and grassroots advocacy. With a BCom in Human Resource Management and an MA in Management and Leadership, she began her career in HR before joining Amazon Web Services as a Recruitment Coordinator in 2016. Rising through the ranks, she later became an Education Program Manager, leading a global initiative aimed at equipping students with cloud computing skills. During her time at Amazon, Aisha founded the UK arm of the Black Employee Network and transformed it into a powerful driver of internal change. She also led pioneering programmes focused on mentorship, talent development and product innovation for underrepresented communities.

Today, as Head of Culture & Inclusion at IPG Mediabrands, she continues to shape workplace cultures, embedding inclusive strategies into global corporate frameworks. Aisha also contributes to sport as an Inclusion Board Member for The Rugby Football League, advising on the execution of their equality and anti-discrimination initiatives.

Through initiatives like ‘The Inclusive Culture’ and ‘The World In Her Words’, Aisha has created platforms that support diverse professionals and champion women’s career growth. Her voice has reached wider audiences through frequent appearances on industry panels, podcasts and corporate events, where she shares practical, experience-driven insights on workplace inclusion. These contributions have helped shape discussions across both digital and broadcast platforms, strengthening her reputation as a respected thought leader in the diversity and inclusion space.

Why Hire Aisha Suleiman?

Booked for her ability to inspire tangible organisational change, Aisha brings a powerful combination of lived experience, strategic leadership and practical insight to every speaking engagement. She has delivered impactful sessions at major corporate events and inclusion conferences, consistently leaving audiences with tools to drive progress in their own organisations. Recognised on the EMpower 100 Ethnic Minority Future Leaders list and the Investing in Ethnicity Top 8 Future Leaders list, her influence spans industries.

Aisha’s roles in both the corporate and non-profit sectors, along with her work in sport governance, give her a uniquely broad perspective. From building inclusive cultures to developing employee networks and leadership pipelines, she helps companies embed equity into their core. Her confident, engaging delivery and clear expertise make her a trusted voice on diversity, inclusion and workplace transformation. Organisations seeking a speaker who challenges, motivates and equips leaders to act frequently turn to Aisha.

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