In honour of Black History Month, your host, Gabby Austen Browne speaks with four inspirational Black men from the events industry. In this series of BHM specials, we learn about our guests' early years as young Black men in the UK, their career journey (challenges + wins) and their hopes for the future. 

This week's guest is Michael Adeniya, Michael has previously held commercial roles at DMG World Media and IQPC as well as stints in banking and sports sponsorship. He spent nine years at Clarion Events, serving as Portfolio Director for their life science division. He is currently Chief Operating Officer of The UK Black Business Show taking place at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre, London. 

Connect with Michael Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaeladeniya/ LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeladeniya 

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