Bukola Garry Email and Phone Number
A bit about me.2007 – Mid-way through uni, Mad Men came on TV (quick caveat, I enjoyed the showminus the misogyny, sexism, racism, anti-Semitism and all the other oppressive isms)but having already made the decision to study marketing, advertising and PR Iappreciated the historical perspective of Madison Avenue, NY and the evolution of thead man and one woman in Peggy Olsen. I say all of this because my first role inadvertising, was as a media planner at a big agency based in Charlotte St, and I wasshocked at how far too present, those ‘isms’ still were. So, after 3 years of being thetoken black person, and often times the token black women, I was over it.2013 – Having been a youth mentor since the age of 18, leaving the advertisingindustry behind (or so I thought), I ventured into the social sector working with LocalAuthorities, Grant Makers, Charities and Education Institutions supporting minoritisedand marginalised groups with employability programmes, preparing them for theworking environment so they were informed and prepared, way more than I was at thebeginning. That started my journey into the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion space.2018 – In a moment of serendipity, I found myself back working in the advertisingindustry pushing for change, bridging the gaps and generally being a BOSS!Today I am the Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at adam&eveDDB, I’m on theadvisory board of 3 black-owned SME’s; Blanguage, a creative agency that translates, repurposes and authenticates brand messages through and for Black audiences, TING, set up to ensure every business has a plan in place to welcome marginalised people into their company culture, supporting their wellbeing and career success and The Women’s Association, an organisation supporting young girls andwomen to overcome the far too present barriers in various industries through workshops,professional mentoring and coaching. I am also a mentor for Apprentice Nation andthe NABS Fast Forward Programme.Oh, and I’m also a wife to comedic actor & presenter KG Tha Comedian and mum toa highly emotionally intelligent 6-going on 16-year old, Eniye.My daily confessions - "Always be teachable" & "I belong to me"
M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment London
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Head Of Cultural ImpactM&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment London Aug 2023 - PresentLondon, GbEmbeding DE&I at the heart of our culture and our brand, providing strategic thought-leadership alongside hands on expertise, project delivery, and processes to guide our Senior Leadership team and people ensuring we create a diverse and inclusive place to work, it will also ensure that we use our unique talent and the work we produce to be a force for good in the wider world.
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Advisory Board MemberTing Jun 2020 - PresentEstablished in 2019 and based in LDN and NYC, TING help companies turn their diversity and inclusion strategy into a practical support system. Our aim is that every business has a plan in place to welcome marginalised people into their company culture, and is equipped to support their wellbeing and career success.Who is it for?It is for companies who have the courage to start interrogating what inclusion looks like currently in their workspace and would like some support to be and do better. We don’t deliver one-off workshops, we work with people long term to create change that sticks. We take an intersectional approach, which means that our services are particularly beneficial for people who employ those who identify as BLACK, BROWN, LGBTQ+, NEURO-DIVERSE, HAS A DISABILITY OR AN UNSEEN ILLNESS, OR A MENTAL HEALTH CONDITION. We are not sector specific and we work with companies of all sizes, either directly with senior leadership or in collaboration with a D&I manager or HR. -
Business AdvisorBlanguage Aug 2020 - PresentLondon, None, GbBlanguage is a creative agency helping organisations tap into millennial and Gen Z audiences by aligning them with black culture in an authentic way. We want to put the culture back in the hands of the people who created it, authentic representation means everything to us.We are all about celebrating the black experience and cultivating a community that appreciate the contribution that our people make to music, fashion, film, art and everyday lives. Behind the scenes, we work creatively with musicians on their projects and consult with brands offering creative solutions in branding, activations, campaigns and production.We want to be the voice of the generation who celebrate community, encourage authentic expression and value quality and authenticity. Our brand shines a light on all things that influence the black language. We know we must celebrate and own our magic before anyone else does.Our motto - ‘Curate the Culture’ - is one that we live by and we keep at the forefront of our minds when we create content. -
Head Of Diversity, Equity & InclusionAdam&Eveddb Jan 2021 - Apr 2023London, GbAs the agency’s first Head of DE&I, I have implemented a monumental amount of tangible change in a short period of time. I created the agency’s first DE&I strategy, ensuring DE&I was at the heart of the agency. The agency’s 2021 ‘All In’ census data speaks for itself; 92.9% of staff believe the company is actively taking steps to be more diverse and inclusive (+11% industry standard). Evolving on from the more generalist DE&I work, my focus at adam&eveDDB has been 4 key areas.1) Diversifying recruitment and future-proofing the industry2) Tackling structural inequalities within the industry3) Ensuring the agency’s client work is representative4) Redefining the networks global strategy -
Guest SpeakerIdeas Fest Aug 2022 - Aug 2022Coming Soon!, England, GbMaking Your D&I Efforts Less Talk and More WalkDiversity & Inclusivity (D&I) is a topic that should be at the forefront of every business today - but it is important that this is embedded in your culture, rather than being a tick box exercise. It’s time to make your D&I efforts less talk and more walk…A panel to discuss how you can best implement diversity and inclusivity into your business, putting the promotion of diversity, inclusiveness, acceptance and kindness at the forefront - to benefit businesses and individuals alike! -
Guest SpeakerAdvertising Association Jun 2022 - Jun 2022London, GbCannes Lions 2022 | Diversity and Inclusion: "It's about embedding it, not doing it on the side"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMCfhgJu4Lg -
Diversity & Inclusion ManagerHavas Oct 2018 - Jan 2021New York, Ny, UsMy journey into Havas was a fortunate stroke of serendipity. Havas were open and invested in making real change and were making tangible steps towards building a genuinely more inclusive culture. I was able to bring all the learning, experience and networks I had gained working in the social sector, as well as my experience working within the advertising industry and apply it to the role, hitting the ground running.My role is multifaceted and continues to evolve which keeps things interesting. -
Senior PlannerZenith Jan 2010 - Jul 2013London, London, GbClients: Procter and Gamble (Homecare and Laundry), Lactalis (Yoghurt and Cheese), WyethResponsibilities and Achievements • Managed advertising budgets of over £5million• Tracked and reported market trends to ensure our client’s brands remained competitive and informed about new developments within their sector.• Worked successfully on 3 major brands delivering stand out, innovative media plans that were brand firsts.• Planned and facilitated the first ever brand experiential day, inviting key broadcasters and publishing houses to pitch for our clients business.• Part-facilitated a graduate recruitment day, including interviews, workshops and presentations. -
Placement StudentXerox Sep 2007 - Aug 2008Norwalk, Connecticut, UsDegree sandwich year - worked in the Xerox Finance Marketing department.Responsibilities and Achievements • Organised various successful client experiences including a golf day at Stoke Park to advance client relationships.• Designed all client facing marketing materials.• Tracked and reported all client orders and spending on monthly basis. • Prepared and presented new marketing initiatives to the Sales team as part of the Xerox soft launch rebrand.
Bukola Garry Education Details
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Birmingham City UniversityAnd Related Support Services -
St Francis Xavier Sixth Form CollegeMedia Studies & Graphic Design
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Sydenham High School G.D.S.TGcses (10 X A-B)
Frequently Asked Questions about Bukola Garry
What company does Bukola Garry work for?
Bukola Garry works for M&c Saatchi Sport & Entertainment London
What is Bukola Garry's role at the current company?
Bukola Garry's current role is Director + Head of Cultural Impact @ M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment London.
What schools did Bukola Garry attend?
Bukola Garry attended Birmingham City University, St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College, Sydenham High School G.d.s.t.
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