Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 Honoree
2021
Founder and CEO
Black Professionals in Tech Network Inc.
As a consummate business professional, Lekan intentionally honed his expertise in his roles spanning from local non-profit organizations to government advisory boards to corporate executive boardrooms. As lead executive, Talent Development at the MaRS District, Lekan helped ensure talent had the skills and adaptability needed to thrive in modern work environments. Throughout these roles, Lekan has earned a reputation for effective leadership and peerless vision, resulting in industry awards and accolades. With his proven insight and tireless dedication to the future of work, Lekan’s perspective is frequently sought by both businesses and Black tech professionals across many fields. By being approachable and communicating in a powerful and accessible way, Lekan has been published across North America by outlets such as The Globe and Mail, the Toronto Star and TechCrunch, and the annual BPTN summit is the largest Black tech summit globally, with thousands of attendees.
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