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Tomi Popoola is a visionary leader in artificial intelligence (AI), financial technology (fintech), and cloud infrastructure. As Founder and CEO of Slash Finances, she leads the company in using AI to foster financial inclusion and make banking services more accessible to underserved populations. Her commitment to technology and DEI advocacy has earned her a prominent place among global technology leaders.
Tomi’s career launched at JP Morgan, where she quickly established herself as a cloud and DevOps expert, bringing a robust blend of technical and financial knowledge. Her early experiences in financial technology and cloud-native projects sparked her interest in the transformative potential of AI, leading her to take on advanced cloud projects within the industry. With a background in Computer Science and Finance, Tomi brings a rare combination of technical depth and business acumen to her projects.
Her achievements continued to build momentum at Amazon Web Services (AWS), where she served as a Solutions Architect. In this role, she was instrumental in deploying cloud-based solutions for Fortune 500 companies, contributing to their scalability and operational efficiency. During her tenure, she was named Solutions Architect of the Year for AWS UK in 2018 and Employee of the Year for Cloud Solutions Innovation in 2017, reflecting her exemplary work in implementing transformative cloud technologies.
In addition to her professional achievements, Tomi has received accolades for her commitment to DEI. In 2023, she was honoured at UK Black Business Week for her contributions to diversity and inclusion within the tech industry, highlighting her influence as both a leader and advocate. She has shared her expertise in over 30 keynote speeches on global stages, including at AWS Re-Invent roadshows and Black Tech Fest. Known for her ability to simplify complex subjects, she covers topics such as Generative AI, multi-region cloud deployments, and fintech automation, making her a sought-after speaker across industries.
As a speaker, Tomi’s presentations resonate with technical and non-technical audiences alike. Her deep understanding of fintech, cloud computing, and inclusive technology uniquely positions her to offer valuable insights on today’s evolving tech landscape. Organisations looking to drive innovation and inclusivity find her talks inspiring, grounded in actionable insights that make technology more approachable and accessible.
Tomi Popoola is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:
“Thank you for adding so much value to UK Black Business Week!”
“A huge thank you to Tomi for hosting the AWS All-hands; a wonderful job!”
“Thank you for being part of the EDF Woman in Tech fireside chat; you inspired others.”
“Your dedication and pivotal contribution made AWS Public Sector Day and London Tech Week a success.”
“Thanks for adding learning resources for Black Is Tech members; so much useful information!”
“Thanks, Tomi, for joining us in Poland at the Security Conference; excellent presentation!”
“We are most grateful to you for making Grace Hopper Conference a reality for our scholars.”
“Tomi, thank you for a brilliant GenAI session at Re-Invent; demonstrated bias for action.”
“It was fantastic to hear your insights at UK Black Business Week!”
“So good to meet you at UK Black Business Week; your insights were brilliant!”
“Wonderful to share the stage with you at UK Black Business Week!”
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