ABOUT
Viola Kanu

SPEAKER AT BTF 2024

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In 2024,
Viola Kanu
brought their
expertise to
BTF.
AN EXPO, CONFERENCE AND FESTIVAL ALL IN ONE. BTF® is Europe's largest technology and culture festival celebrating innovation and inclusion in the UK tech industry and beyond. Join us to explore how technology transcends software and hardware, and innovates to impact culture.
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ABOUT
Viola Kanu

sPEAKER AT BTF 2024

sPEAKER AT BTF

Viola is a passionate advocate for social mobility and inclusion within the technology sector. Currently serving as a Partnerships Manager at a leading Cloud and Data Engineering Consultancy, she leverages her Master's in Social Justice and Education from UCL to forge impactful collaborations that amplify underrepresented voices in tech. Having transitioned from her role as an Assistant Headteacher to the tech industry, Viola uniquely combines her expertise in education with her commitment to innovation. She is dedicated to mentoring emerging talent and breaking down barriers, ensuring that diverse perspectives are not only heard but celebrated. Viola's work is centered around creating an inclusive ecosystem where every individual has the opportunity to thrive. Her vision is to shape a tech landscape that embraces equity and fosters collaboration, ultimately driving progress and shaping a brighter future for all in the technology space.

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