Black at London Business School

Experience

About me: I am originally from London, but I grew up as an expatriate, spending most my life in South Africa. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Cape Town. It was during this time that I interned at Deloitte and PwC, as well as a consumer insights analyst for Estee Lauder Companies in London. My experience at Estee Lauder made me realise my passion for problem-solving and making data-driven decisions. I subsequently worked as a student consultant for a year with an NGO in Cape Town that advised entrepreneurs in disadvantaged communities. It was an incredible experience and highlighted to me that I need to be part of a diverse community whose values align with my own. This is what led me to LBS: an international community routed in collaboration. I hope to add to this global community by offering my unique perspective and actively being involved in the Women in Business, Black in Business, Consulting and Impact Consulting Clubs. Aside from this, I am an avid foodie and reader, and passionate about travelling and experiencing new cultures. I am really excited to share my experience thus far; please do not hesitate to reach out and contact me.

Three topics I can be approached about: Giá máy bắn cáConsulting; life in London; clubs at LBS

Email address: csoverall.mfa2021@london.edu

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About me: Giá máy bắn cáI was born and raised in Senegal, West Africa. For the past five years I’ve lived in Montreal, as I completed my Bachelors in Business Administration at HEC Montreal. While at HEC, I had the opportunity to live for sixth months in Glasgow, as part of an international exchange programme. I’ve always been interested in working in the financial industry, therefore I interned at Diamond Bank, a commercial bank in Senegal. However, being always open to new experiences, I also decided to intern in a Canadian management consulting firm, CowaterSogema, working on development projects in emerging countries. Right after graduation, I worked at BNP Paribas as a due diligence analyst. I joined LBS’s MFA programme as I believe it can provide me the tools to transition to what I’ve yearned for so long: a career in investment banking. At LBS, besides achieving my professional goals, I am very keen on making a long-term impact by contributing to the student community and working to increase diversity. Outside of the School, I enjoy art (music and visual art) and travelling. I look forward to getting to know you and sharing my journey to LBS with you!

Three topics I can be approached about: Giá máy bắn cáMoving to London/life in London; funding; diversity at LBS

Email address: ngueye.mfa2021@london.edu

Experience

Meïssa holds a Bachelor in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from HEC Montreal, and is a CFA Level 3 candidate. He has lived in Senegal, Singapore and Canada, and before joining London Business School, Meïssa was a manager in corporate banking at HSBC in Montreal. Notably, he managed and provided debt financing to a portfolio of Canadian and international large and mid-market companies with annual revenues between $25m and $1bn.

Meïssa’s motivations to join the Masters in Finance program were to (i) facilitate an industry switchby leveraging the LBS brand, (ii) expand his network with likeminded professionals from around the world and (iii) enhance his financial and leadership skillset through the rigorous and renowned classes, as well as the faculty members of LBS. Besides his student ambassador role, Meïssa is also an Executive Committee member of the Private Equity and Venture Capital Club, and the VP Finance of the Africa Club. He is also active in the Emerging Markets, Social Impact and Tennis clubs. Meïssa is a certified PADI scuba diver and enjoys travelling, art and practicing multiple sports in his spare time.

Contact: mgueye.mifft2021@london.edu

Experience

Melkiory graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance from the University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. He then joined the audit team at PwC and was seconded to PwC UK as a manager in the banking and capital markets audit unit, where he is currently based. Melkiory has also been a member of ACCA since 2019. 

The Masters in Finance programme at LBS ticked all the boxes when Melkiory was deciding which business school and programme to pursue. He was particularly drawn to the range of electives and the ability to tailor the programme. Melkiory joined the MiF to expand his network and have the opportunity to learn from a diverse class who bring professional experiences from different industries and parts of the world.

Melkiory’s interest in the future of the financial services industry, particularly in emerging financial technology, was important when deciding to join the MiF at LBS. He believes London is a fantastic place to study finance as it harbours the worlds’ financial players, and if you are to learn finance, why not learn it from the best?

Contact: manthony.mifpt2022@london.edu

Experience

Giá máy bắn cáKuda was born and raised in Harare, Zimbabwe. He pursued his undergraduate studies in South Africa at the University of Cape Town, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Business Science in Finance and Accounting. He has been a CFA Charterholder and Chartered Accountant since 2019.

Giá máy bắn cáHe began his career as an auditor in South Africa, where he spent three years covering the mining and consumer goods sector. He gained extensive experience in working with founder-led businesses and managing client relationships. Before joining London Business School, he worked as a supervisor at a London-based accounting and business advisory firm. In his role, he gained experience in performing business, financial reporting, portfolio and tax valuations across Europe.

Kuda decided to join the Masters in Finance programme at LBS to build a diverse network of exceptional individuals from across the world; to gain leadership skills by leveraging LBS’s exceptionally talented faculty, student body and strong alumni network; and to leverage the school’s strong reputation and resources to successfully switch sectors within finance upon graduation. In addition to being a student ambassador, Kuda is an Executive Committee member of the LBS Africa Club. He is an active member of the Finance Club, Social Impact Club, Rugby Club and the Black in Business Club. In his spare time, Kuda enjoys running, hiking and on many occasions, he finds himself lost in a good autobiography. He has run the Berlin Half Marathon and Two Oceans Half Marathon.

Contact: kudak.mifpt2022@london.edu

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Anesu holds a Master of Arts (with Honours) in Economics with Finance from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. She has more than five years of corporate and investment banking experience. Prior to joining London Business School, she worked as a vice president at a leading pan-African bank in debt capital markets, on a team within the investment banking division. She was responsible for the ratings advisory franchise across all regions and segments, supporting clients in all ratings considerations, including first-time ratings, rating upgrade and defence, capital structure optimisation and debt capacity analysis. In addition to her rating advisory responsibilities she was responsible for the origination and execution of bond issuances for all financial institution clients.

Giá máy bắn cáAnesu decided to join the Masters in Finance programme to not only broaden her financial knowledge, but also develop her leadership potential by leveraging the School’s widely respected academics, diverse cohort and well-recognised reputation in finance. Anesu was the first recipient of the A.H.E.A.D Scholarship award. In addition to being a student ambassador, she is an active member of the Africa Club and the Finance Club. In her spare time, Anesu enjoys reading, travelling and exploring different cuisine.

Contact: amusendo.mifft2021@london.edu

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Giá máy bắn cáMartha holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy, politics and economics from the University of Oxford. Martha is currently an investment professional at EMK Capital, a mid-market pan-European private equity fund, where she invests in high potential businesses and partners with management teams to transform growth. Prior to joining EMK, Martha was part of a global strategy team at Accenture where she advised private equity and corporate clients on commercial due diligence, market entry and corporate strategy projects in international locations including Prague, New York, Johannesburg and Moscow. 

Giá máy bắn cáMartha decided to join the Masters in Finance programme at LBS for two key reasons: to build a global network of exceptiounal professionals, and to strengthen her financial knowledge through the school’s world-class faculty and curriculum. In addition to being a student ambassador, Martha is Chief of Staff of the newly formed Black in Business Club and is an active member of the Private Equity and Venture Capital and Women in Business clubs. In her spare time, Martha enjoys running, skiing and going to the theatre. Martha is a Women in Finance Scholar at London Business School.

Contact: mmends.mifpt2022@london.edu

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Dami graduated with a law degree from Durham University. She thereafter trained and qualified as a solicitor with Herbert Smith Freehills. She spent 18 months working in London and another two years in Paris. She specialised as a banking and finance lawyer and has advised the largest French banks on international financing transactions, often with African borrowers. Prior to returning to London for the MBA, she completed pre-MBA internships at PwC Nigeria and Vesta Healthcare Partners.  

Dami decided to pursue an MBA to expand her core skillset beyond law, broaden her understanding and exposure to wider business concepts and explore other career opportunities. She chose LBS in particular because of its extremely diverse and international student body, its strategic location and the flexible nature of the programme, allowing her to potentially complete several internships during her time at LBS. 

Giá máy bắn cáDami is on the Executive Committee of the LBS Africa Club and is a member of the Consulting Club and Social Impact Club. She is also a BCG Women’s MBA Fellow and a recipient of the BCG Women’s Scholarship. Outside of class, she enjoys travel and outdoor activities, in particular hiking and tennis, as well as meeting people from different cultural backgrounds.  

Three topics I can be approached about: Studying the MBA from a non-traditional background; exploring consulting; Africa

Email address: donabowale.mba2022@london.edu

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Kemi is a UK Chartered Accountant with an undergraduate degree in biomedical sciences from University College London. Before the MBA, Kemi was a finance manager in financial services; she was part of a small team that worked on special projects to address and remediate financial and strategic issues and inefficiencies across multiple geographic locations. Kemi is an education champion and has worked to widen access to quality education for pupils in the communities she grew up in. She is the CFO of Canon Education, a social enterprise delivering STEM education to underprivileged students in Lagos, Nigeria, and is head of the finance committee at St Mary’s Primary School in London. Kemi is passionate about the role utilities and social infrastructure play in societies, and embarked on an MBA to transition into an investment role within the sector. At LBS, Kemi is an officer of the Infrastructure and Construction Club, a sponsorship officer for the Africa Club, and an active member of the Women in Business Club. In her spare time, she enjoys travelling, running and lunching with friends.

Email Address: kbadru.mba2021@london.edu

Experience

Jairo holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Manchester and a master’s degree in chemical process engineering from University College London. Prior to joining London Business School, Jairo forged a career in process engineering within Chevron Corporation (CABGOC), where he spearheaded upstream initiatives to optimise equipment performance and enhance production. His desire to embrace new challenges and to expand on his skillset led him to co-found a consulting company, Assertys, in Angola, in which he acted as chief operations officer. Once exposed to the entrepreneurial and consultancy world, he decided to pursue his interests at the helm of Assertys, serving both the public and private sectors.

Jairo chose to attend LBS not only to enhance his business acumen, but also to be exposed to the cultural diversity of the programme and to leverage the school’s unparalleled global network. In addition to his role as student ambassador, he is an active member of the LBS community, and serves as vice president of careers for the Africa Club. Jairo’s hobbies include reading, scuba diving, meditation, travelling and playing tennis.

Contact: jtavira.mba2021@london.edu