Tomi Popoola is a highly esteemed leader in technology, widely recognised for her expertise in AI, cloud infrastructure, and financial technology. A compelling keynote speaker, Tomi captivates audiences with her blend of technical acumen and dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). As the Founder and CEO of Slash Finances, a company leveraging AI to promote financial inclusion, Tomi has reached more than 100,000 people through her impactful presentations. Her role at AWS as a former Solutions Architect, supporting cloud solutions for Fortune 500 firms, stands as one of her greatest career achievements.
Beginning her career at JP Morgan, Tomi was quickly distinguished by her strong grasp of cloud-native technology, finance, and DevOps practices. With a background in Computer Science and Finance, she has cultivated a rare combination of deep technical expertise and business insight. Her initial work involved large-scale cloud projects and fintech solutions, sparking her interest in AI-driven technology that would later drive the mission at Slash Finances. Her formative years in financial technology solidified her passion for creating accessible financial services.
Throughout her career, Tomi has reached numerous career milestones. In 2023, she was honoured at UK Black Business Week for her contribution to DEI in the tech sector. Her 30+ keynotes on global stages such as the AWS Re-Invent roadshows and Black Tech Fest demonstrate her dedication to making technology accessible. Her ability to demystify complex concepts like Generative AI, multi-region cloud deployments, and financial tech automation has positioned her as a thought leader in both technical and DEI spaces.
Tomi’s influence as a speaker is rooted in her ability to connect with audiences through real-world experiences and actionable insights. Organisations across industries can benefit from her talks on financial technology, cloud computing, and DEI advocacy. She stands out for her rare expertise in cloud infrastructure, financial inclusion, and inclusive technology, making her an ideal choice for keynotes addressing today’s critical tech challenges.
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Tomi Popoola's official speaker topics are listed below:
- Cloud infrastructure and multi-region deployment
DevOps and SRE best practices
Diversity, equity, and inclusion in technology
Financial technology and inclusion
Generative AI and automation
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"Thank you for adding so much value to UK Black Business Week!" – Andre, CEO, Global Purpose Enterprise
"A huge thank you to Tomi for hosting the AWS All-hands; a wonderful job!" – John, CTO, Nightwing
"Thank you for being part of the EDF Woman in Tech fireside chat; you inspired others." – Fiona, Principal Solutions Architect, AWS
"Your dedication and pivotal contribution made AWS Public Sector Day and London Tech Week a success." – Ross, Marketing Lead, Amazon UKIR
"Thanks for adding learning resources for Black Is Tech members; so much useful information!" – Quiana, Lead, Red Hat
"Thanks, Tomi, for joining us in Poland at the Security Conference; excellent presentation!" – Wojtek, Senior Developer Advocate, AWS
"We are most grateful to you for making Grace Hopper Conference a reality for our scholars." – Benedicte, Director, AnitaB.Org
"Tomi, thank you for a brilliant GenAI session at Re-Invent; demonstrated bias for action." – Natasha, Senior Solutions Architect, AWS
"It was fantastic to hear your insights at UK Black Business Week!" – Natasha, Content Director, UK Black Business Week
"So good to meet you at UK Black Business Week; your insights were brilliant!" – Sidrah, AI and Ethics Specialist, AND Digital
"Wonderful to share the stage with you at UK Black Business Week!" – Rebecca, Design Lead, British Petroleum
2023 – Recognised at UK Black Business Week for DEI contributions in tech
2022 – Honoured as a Top Influencer in Fintech, Women in Tech Conference
2021 – Founded Slash Finances, CEO and advocate for financial inclusion
2020 – Named Advocate of the Year, Black Tech Fest
2019 – AWS Summit Keynote, Speaker on Cloud-native Tech, London
2018 – Named Solutions Architect of the Year, AWS UK
2017 – Awarded AWS Employee of the Year for Cloud Solutions Innovation
2016 – Speaker, National DevOps Conference on SRE Best Practices
