Off The Agenda and OTA Live convene influential leaders across business, government, culture and technology for conversations shaping the future of leadership and society. Founded in 2021, the platforms have featured a diverse range of culturally and globally influential figures, including iconic leaders from across public life, industry and entrepreneurship.
Off The Agenda — Season 1
David Ajala
Levi Roots
Frank Bruno MBE
HM Lord-Lieutenant Sir Kenneth Olisa
Dame Elizabeth Anionwu
Jacky Wright
Lord Dr. Michael Hastings
I. Stephanie Boyce CBE
Baroness Lola Young
Secretary-General Baroness Patricia Scotland
Lord Mayor’s Show Special (2021–2022)
Sir Charles Bowman
Sir Peter Estlin
Sir William Russell
Dominic Reid OBE
Off The Agenda — Season 2
Baroness Valerie Amos
Baroness Dambisa Moyo
Dean Forbes
Sir Damon Buffini
Off The Agenda — Season 2.5
Afua Kyei
Gina Miller
Ezechi Britton MBE
Emma Jones CBE
Michael Eboda
Gavin Lewis
Dame Sharon White, David Ajala, Ajaz Ahmed MBE, Brenda Emmanus OBE, Dr Heather Melville OBE, Chloe Hoggard, Natasha Frangos, Mosique Lavontelle, Sarah Ikumu, Nina Rose, Lili Caseley.
Anaïse Manuel
In this episode of Off The Agenda, hosted by Sir Charles Bowman and Brenda Emmanus in partnership with London Stock Exchange Group and HaysMac, we are joined by Ambassador Anaïse Manuel, Haiti’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom and Permanent Representative to the International Maritime Organization.
From 15 years in corporate strategy at EY to Emmy Award-winning cultural storytelling and now statecraft, Ambassador Manuel shares how human connection, education and strategic engagement are reshaping Haiti–UK relations.
Afua Kyei
Afua Kyei, Chief Financial Officer at the Bank of England, sits down with Sir Charles Bowman for an inspiring Off The Agenda interview exploring leadership, purpose, and the power of representation in finance.
As one of the most powerful Black Britons, Afua reflects on her journey from STEM beginnings to leading one of the world’s most respected financial institutions. This conversation dives deep into how purpose, resilience, and inclusion continue to shape her impact at the highest levels of public service.
Gina Miller
In this powerful new episode, we’re joined by Gina Miller — entrepreneur, activist, and founder of SCM Direct and MoneyShe, known for challenging the UK government during the Brexit years and transforming the debate on transparency and fairness in financial services.
In this conversation with Sir Charles Bowman and Natasha Frangos, Gina reflects on the values that shaped her career, the personal cost of standing up for principle, and why she continues to fight for consumer protection, financial inclusion, and a more accountable system.
Ezechi Britton MBE
In this dynamic new episode, we’re joined by Ezechi Britton MBE — technologist, entrepreneur, and FinTech innovator whose work spans start-ups, venture capital, national policy, and social impact. As co-founder of Neyber, he helped build a multi-award-winning financial wellbeing platform that raised over £200m and transformed access to fair lending across the UK.
In conversation with Sir Charles Bowman and Brenda Emmanus, Ezechi reflects on the unconventional path that shaped him — from software engineering and early entrepreneurial failures to building Neyber from scratch and later becoming a leader in UK FinTech strategy, diversity, and innovation.
Emma Jones CBE
In this insightful episode of Off The Agenda, we’re joined by Emma Jones CBE — former founder of Enterprise Nation and the UK Small Business Commissioner — for a wide-ranging conversation on entrepreneurship, optimism, and building the conditions for small businesses to thrive.
In conversation with Natasha Frangos and Natalie Ojevah MBE, Emma reflects on growing up in an entrepreneurial family, selling her first business at 27, and spending her career championing founders across the UK. She shares candid insights on mentorship, late payments, community-led growth, and why optimism is one of the most important tools for entrepreneurs navigating uncertainty.
Michael Eboda
In this compelling episode of Off The Agenda, we’re joined by Michael Eboda, founder and CEO of Powerful Media and the force behind the Powerlist, the definitive annual ranking celebrating the UK’s most influential Black leaders.
In conversation with Brenda Emmanus OBE, Michael reflects on his mission to dismantle the myth that Black talent is in short supply, and how visibility, representation and celebration can unlock opportunity and change lives. Drawing on his background in journalism and entrepreneurship, he shares how the Powerlist began, how it has evolved over 20 years, and why influence matters more than celebrity or status.
Gavin Lewis
In this episode of Off The Agenda, we speak with Gavin Lewis, Managing Director at BlackRock and co-founder of #TalkAboutBlack, about leadership, inclusion, and driving opportunity in finance.
Gavin shares his journey from growing up in Tottenham to leading billions in investments, reflecting on the lessons, resilience, and vision that shaped his career. He discusses the importance of representation, workplace culture, and how finance can become a true engine for social and economic opportunity.
