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Harvard Business Review
Harvard Business Review
Harvard Business Review
"A strong area of focus this year is to shift the organization away from the idea of “culture fit” to “culture add,” Akisanya says. Rather than seek individuals to fit the existing culture..."
The Retail Bulletin
Harvard Business Review
Harvard Business Review
Yemi Akisanya passionately believes and advocates that “People matter. They are the only ones who can really change the world”. Yemi is the global head of…
Northwestern University
Harvard Business Review
Northwestern University
In honor of Black History Month, Yemi reflects on how he pushed through moments of self-doubt in his own career and what it takes to create a truly inclusive company culture.
People Management UK
People Management UK
Northwestern University
Yemi Akisanya explains how his organization is harnessing neurodivergent employees to help drive performance, innovation and culture
Top 100 Under 50
People Management UK
Top 100 Under 50
Yemi Akisanya is Top 100 Under 50 executive and emerging leaders continues to be the brightest and most admired leaders in corporate America and large organizations.
Essence Magazine
People Management UK
Top 100 Under 50
We must improve the success rates of Black-owned businesses and implement solutions that address the ongoing systemic barriers and biases that exist for marginalized communities.