Lola Adeyemo

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About Lola Adeyemo

I help organizations and communities unlock the power of belonging—whether through Employee Resource Groups, leadership development, or immigrant inclusion. At the intersection of leadership, inclusion, and community, my work bridges corporate strategy and social impact. Recognized by the San Diego Business Journal and SD Metro as a 40 Under 40 honoree and a 2024 Women in Business Awardee, I bring thought leadership and practical strategies to leaders who want to build workplaces where people thrive. As an ERG strategist, speaker, and scholar-practitioner, I partner with CHROs, HR and Talent leaders, DEI teams, and executives to transform ERGs/BRGs into strategic levers for inclusion, engagement, and retention. With a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership and cross-industry experience—both inside corporate and as a trusted external partner—I support organizations across North America, Europe, and Asia to build communities where people feel seen, valued, and connected. I’m also the founder of Immigrants in Corporate Inc, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing immigrant inclusion and leadership in the workplace through: — Storytelling and advocacy to shift narratives — Career development for immigrant professionals — Research and policy-informed partnerships with HR and DEI lesaders We welcome partnerships, sponsors, and donors who believe in equity and economic mobility for immigrant talent. Whether I’m designing ERG strategy, facilitating executive workshops, or speaking on stage, I center authenticity and intersectionality—especially for those navigating identity in systems not built with them in mind. How I Show Up: — Strategic support for ERG/BRG launch, visioning & sustainability — Fractional ERG Management for companies scaling ERG programs — Speaking on intersectionality, allyship, immigrant identity, and inclusive leadership — Faculty DEI workshops & student programming — Recognized leader: Honored with SDBJ 40 Under 40, Women in Business 2024, and SD Metro 40 Under 40 for advancing workplace inclusion As a mom of 3, I know that time is precious—and so is purpose. I approach every conversation with intention, joy, and a desire to create a lasting impact. Let’s build workplaces and communities where everyone thrives in their authenticity. Curious about my work? Watch my TEDx Talk “Belonging Is NOT About Fitting In” Read my book “Thriving in Intersectionality: Immigrants, Belonging, and Corporate America” Listen to my podcast “Thriving in Intersectionality” Subscribe to my newsletter “ERG & U”