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Lola Adeyemo

PHD
CEO
EQIMindset LLC
Country or state 
United States (California)
Available to 
Global
City 
San Diego
Fee 
Languages 
English
Volunteer
Yes
Timezone 
Pacific/Midway

Personal Details

Current position (2)

CEO

EQIMindset LLC

Founder

Immigrants in Corporate Inc.

Degrees (3)
PhD. Strategic Leadership
Liberty University
2019
M.S. Biotechnology
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2009 to 2010
B. Tech Biochemistry
Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria
2000 to 2006

Bio

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ERG & Inclusion Strategist

Dr. Lola Adeyemo is an Inclusive Workplace Strategist, international speaker, and author who helps organizations turn diversity goals into systems of belonging. As the CEO of EQImindset and founder of Immigrants in Corporate Inc., she partners with executives, HR, and DEI leaders to design sustainable Employee Resource Group (ERG) strategies that drive engagement, retention, and innovation.

With 16 years of experience across global manufacturing and biotech industries, Dr. Adeyemo blends technical expertise with people-centered leadership. Her signature approach bridges data, storytelling, and strategy to create measurable business impact.

She holds a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership and is the author of Thriving in Intersectionality: Immigrants, Belonging, and Corporate America — and host of the Thriving in Intersectionality Podcast.

Speaker & Author on Belonging

Dr. Lola Adeyemo is an international speaker, author, and workplace inclusion strategist whose mission is to help individuals and organizations unlock the power of belonging. As founder of Immigrants in Corporate Inc. and CEO of EQImindset, she empowers leaders to build cultures where diversity is celebrated, communities are valued, and every voice matters.

Drawing on more than 16 years in global manufacturing and biotech, Dr. Adeyemo blends her lived immigrant experience with research-based frameworks and leadership insights. Her book and podcast, Thriving in Intersectionality, amplify stories that connect identity, leadership, and innovation — inspiring professionals worldwide to lead with empathy and courage.

Presentations

Presentations (3)
ERGs/BRGs as Talent Engines: A Strategic Playbook

Employee and Business Resource Groups can be more than communities—they are untapped talent engines. In this session, Dr. Lola Adeyemo shares a proven playbook for transforming ERGs/BRGs into pipelines for leadership, retention, and innovation. Leaders will learn how to align ERG strategy with organizational goals and measure their impact to drive meaningful business outcomes.

The Crucial Role of Intersectionality in Effective Allyship

Allyship cannot be one-size-fits-all. Through the lens of intersectionality, Dr. Adeyemo explores how overlapping identities—such as immigrant status, gender, and race—shape workplace experiences. This session equips audiences with actionable insights to move from performative gestures to genuine allyship that fosters equity, trust, and belonging across diverse teams.

The Belonging Benefit: Inclusive Leadership in Action

Belonging is more than culture—it’s a measurable business advantage. In this executive-focused session, Dr. Adeyemo introduces her Belonging Benefit framework, guiding leaders to align inclusion with strategy, strengthen decision-making, and increase employee engagement. Participants walk away with actionable tools to move from intention to impact and unlock the organizational power of belonging.

Past talks (5)
Representation Matters, Our role in making it count
Keynote Speaker - SALK Women Awards Gala
San Diego, CA
November 2, 2022
Beyond the Buzzwords: Connecting People, Bridging Gaps, Driving Impactful Business Results.
Talk Tapas
Denver, Colorado
January 16, 2022
ERGs/BRGs as Talent Engines: A Strategic Playbook
SHRM 2025 Conference
San Diego
July 1, 2025
The Crucial Role of Intersectionality in Effective Allyship
Maine HR Conference
Rockfort, Maine
May 7, 2025
The Crucial Role of Intersectionality in Effective Allyship
Leading Age California 2025 Conference & Expo
San Diego
May 22, 2025
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Books & Articles (4)

Thriving in Intersectionality:Immigrants, Belonging, and Corporate America
New Degree Press,
2022
ERG & U Monthly Newsletter on Linkedin
Employee Resource Groups - The basics
Embracing the Journey : From Corporate Employee to Entrepreneur

Expertise (17)

Leadership
Business
Community
Social & Political
PR & Communications
Employee Resource Groups ERG Strategy Inclusive Leadership Culture of Belonging Immigrant Professional intersectionality Corporate Diversity Talent Retention STEM leadership Working Parents Career Transition Immigrant Leaders

Clients

SHRM
Vertex
Thermofisher Scientific
Women Venture Summit
EPIC HR
Association of Women in Science
Biotechnology Networks
HR WEST
University of San Diego
University of Duluth

Awards & certifications (4)

Top Women in Business
San Diego Business Journal
2024
Inclusion
Anthem Award
2024
40 Under 40
San Diego Business Journal
2023
Corporate Citizenship Award
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Why choose me? 

Scientist-turned-strategist helping leaders build cultures where belonging fuels performance.

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