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This episode of The Honest Truth... series will focus on misogynoir and authentic leadership with host Mahalia Johnson joined by special guests Ronke Lawal, PR and Communications Consultant, Ariatu Public Relations, and Claire Quansah, founder, Quansah Consulting. The conversation aims to enable open and honest conversations about what it's like being a Black female leader, the journey it takes to get there, and the maintenance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The inspirational career guide for young and ambitious Black British professionals. Featuring interviews and letters from some of the UK's leading Black voices in their respective fields—including Academy Award-winning filmmaker Beverley Knight MBE, Trevor Nelson MBE, Gina Yashere, Christine Ohuruogu MBE, Ronke Lawal, Alexandra Burke, Kayode Ewumi, Kwame Kwei-Armah OBE, JB Gill, Tangy Morgan, Dr Patricia Daley (the first Black female to be appointed a lecturer at the University of Oxford), Noel Clarke and Ashley Walters—Black and Great is essential listening for a Black professionals ready to make their mark in the working world and beyond! Black and Great not only highlights the specific challenges Black people face in the working world but provides listeners with honest and practical advice to thrive and carve out the career of their dreams, whilst embracing their Blackness. The book will share the career journeys of over 20 successful Black British professionals and entrepreneurs from TV and film, sport, media, law, medicine and finance through open letters and interviews, providing advice, support and encouragement to Black students and professionals starting out in their working lives. From personal branding to salary negotiation and overcoming imposter syndrome, this candid and inspirational book reveals their highs and lows, how they bounced back from failure, plus the best and worst advice they have received over the years.
Interview with Ronke Lawal, founder of Ariatu PR.
#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by guest Ronke Lawal, PR and Communications Specialists. This week we talk creativity and explore the culture. * MAIN TOPIC: Ronke talks about dealing with a PR crisis, old tweets, brand miss-steps and the right way to make a public apology. Listener Warning and timestamp: (12:00) to (17:30) we touch upon the recent Noel Clarke sexual harassment allegations in the media industry. Daniel Kaluuya Oscar Win and Diaspora Identity: Is his award a win for Black Brits or his home country of Uganda? Can we claim our parent’s country or are we just British? Performative displays of your culture and the importance of feeling comfortable and authentic. Dreaming Whilst Black BBC TV Show and web series, Black representation on UK TV & lessons learnt from Nollywood. HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK:* (1) Khadija Mbowe, YouTube Channel: video essays on various topics and explores race, feminism, colourism and intersectionality in a very accessible way. Checkout her recent video on Hip Hop Video Vixens from the early 2000s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pq4hDxZZJHU (2)** A tribute to Jimi Folajimi Olubunmi-Adewole, who sadly lost his life, trying to save a woman who fell into the River Thames. Join the campaign to get Jimi a memorial plaque to honour his heroic actions: https://www.voice-online.co.uk/news/uk-news/2021/04/27/jimi-the-hero-campaign-for-20-year-old-who-died-trying-to-save-woman-gains-momentum/ *ABOUT OUR GUEST: Ronke Lawal (Website) https://www.ronkelawal.com/ (Founder: Ariatu Public Relations) https://www.ariatupublicrelations.com (Instagram: @Ronke.Lawal) https://www.instagram.com/ronke.lawal/ (Twitter: @RonkeLawal) https://twitter.com/ronkelawal *JOIN THE DISCUSSION: (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com Episode Cover Art Photography: Photo by Breston Kenya from Pexels
Ronke Lawal is the founder Ariatu PR Founder. She has been named one of the Top 400 women of the year in the UK for her work with the Islington Chamber of Commerce, and was a receiver of a Precious Award for Inspirational Leadership. Ronke has been awarded an alumni award from Lancaster University for making a substantial contribution to her field of work and developed an outstanding reputation among her peers. Her word of the day is ENJOYMENT. CONNECT WITH RONKE: I: @ronke.lawal T: @ronkelawal #AnthemsBlack is a collection of 31 original manifestos, speeches, stories, poems and rallying cries written and voiced by exceptional UK Black contributors. It was created, executive produced and sound designed by Hana Walker-Brown with producers Bea Duncan and Jaja Muhammad. The artwork is by Mars West.
I have the incredible Ronke Lawal on the Shine out Loud Show once again, some of you know her as the Twitter Queen sharing her stories, sharing her commentary, some of you know her by that irrepressible laughter, and others know her as the founder and creator of ARIATU PR and comms. She is the woman that helps creative entrepreneurs from the BME community, get the right visibility they need to stand out and been seen as experts in their fields. These are creatives, founders and owners who are often overlooked by mainstream media. So join me and welcome again because she's been on the show before. Miss Ronke Lawal.She started her own PR and Communications business in 2004. Ariatu PR specialises in PR and Communications for clients in a range of B2C industries; including lifestyle, consumer goods & the creative enterprise sector. She is a passionate advocate for enterprise and equality and equity through diverse and inclusive leadership. She is regularly invited to facilitate training in personal branding, PR strategy and media training as well as an active public speaker. She is also a regular guest contributor and co-host on Talk Radio offering her insights on pop culture, current affairs, business and more.In January 2010, Ronke became the Chief Executive of the Islington Chamber of Commerce where she remained until the end of 2012 and became a non-executive director of The Hoxton Apprentice in 2011. She joined the board of Trustees of Voluntary Action Islington in 2012 and was on The Employers Panel for the National Employment Savings Trust from 2011-18. In 2018 she became a director on the board of directors at the Charted Institute of Public Relations. She is a Mentor for The Cherie Blair Foundation, The “Success Looks Like You” Initiative and The BME PR Pros initiative as well as a mentor to entrepreneurs and creatives outside of structured initiatives. In 2010 Ronke was named as one of the Top 400 women of the year in the UK for her work with the Islington Chamber of Commerce. In 2011 Ronke was honoured to receive a Precious Award for Inspirational Leadership. In 2019 Ronke received an alumni award from Lancaster University for making a substantial contribution to her field of work and developed an outstanding reputation among her peers.Her varied passions outside the business world include food (Founder of Food Blog www.whosfordinner.co.uk), travel, music, literature and most importantly living a life she loves.Connect with Ronke onLinkedin www.linkedin.com/in/ronkelawaltweet her @ronkelawal
I have the incredible Ronke Lawal on the Shine out Loud Show once again, some of you know her as the Twitter Queen sharing her stories, sharing her commentary, some of you know her by that irrepressible laughter, and others know her as the founder and creator of ARIATU PR and comms. She is the woman that helps creative entrepreneurs from the BME community, get the right visibility they need to stand out and been seen as experts in their fields. These are creatives, founders and owners who are often overlooked by mainstream media. So join me and welcome again because she's been on the show before. Miss Ronke Lawal.She started her own PR and Communications business in 2004. Ariatu PR specialises in PR and Communications for clients in a range of B2C industries; including lifestyle, consumer goods & the creative enterprise sector. She is a passionate advocate for enterprise and equality and equity through diverse and inclusive leadership. She is regularly invited to facilitate training in personal branding, PR strategy and media training as well as an active public speaker. She is also a regular guest contributor and co-host on Talk Radio offering her insights on pop culture, current affairs, business and more.In January 2010, Ronke became the Chief Executive of the Islington Chamber of Commerce where she remained until the end of 2012 and became a non-executive director of The Hoxton Apprentice in 2011. She joined the board of Trustees of Voluntary Action Islington in 2012 and was on The Employers Panel for the National Employment Savings Trust from 2011-18. In 2018 she became a director on the board of directors at the Charted Institute of Public Relations. She is a Mentor for The Cherie Blair Foundation, The “Success Looks Like You” Initiative and The BME PR Pros initiative as well as a mentor to entrepreneurs and creatives outside of structured initiatives. In 2010 Ronke was named as one of the Top 400 women of the year in the UK for her work with the Islington Chamber of Commerce. In 2011 Ronke was honoured to receive a Precious Award for Inspirational Leadership. In 2019 Ronke received an alumni award from Lancaster University for making a substantial contribution to her field of work and developed an outstanding reputation among her peers.Her varied passions outside the business world include food (Founder of Food Blog www.whosfordinner.co.uk), travel, music, literature and most importantly living a life she loves.Connect with Ronke onLinkedin www.linkedin.com/in/ronkelawaltweet her @ronkelawal
In this episode, we explore the reality of being a single mother here in Nigeria. The stigma, mental health challenges and anxiety that comes with it is real. Our guest; Ronke Lawal who is a single mother of three boys shares that reality with us. If you know any single mom, please share this episode with her to encourage and remind her she is doing absolutely amazing, If you love this podcast and would love to tip me any amount to support on Shukran, click on this link: https://useshukran.com/cr/viola%20ekene You can also support monthly by becoming a Patron of this podcast. You'll also get tons of benefits once you join any membership level. Click here to join: www.patreon.com/violaekene OR you can support using Anchor Listener support link at the end of this description note. (Scroll to see). If you'd love to share your story for the upcoming series; 'Stories Around The World' here on this podcast, click this link to download your story prompt: https://mailchi.mp/53a54f624412/thecalmdownpodcastcommunity Don't forget to drop a voice message to share your thoughts on this episode. Just click on the voice message icon to do so. Your voice message will be featured on episode 26. You can connect with the guest, Ronke Lawal on Instagram @thesquarepegwonder and Twitter @squarepegwonder Her website is www.thesquarepegwonder.com You can also follow this podcast on Instagram @the_calm_down_podcast, Twitter @podcastCalm and like the Facebook Page @Calm Down Podcast To connect with Viola Ekene; the host, follow on Instagram @viola_ekene and twitter @viola_ekene Do you want to go through episode show notes? Click HERE to see them. If you have any submission for the Reality Check Segment, please send a mail to ekeneviola@gmail.com or leave a direct message on the podcast Instagram handle @the_calm_down_podcast or twitter @PodcastCalm. For sponsorship and advert placements, send a mail to ekeneviola@gmail.com and to work with me click HERE to see my full service list. Website: www.hiswordmybeauty.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/viola-the-radio-nerd/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/viola-the-radio-nerd/support
This week our guest is PR and communications guru Ronke Lawal. We talk about whether there is a new normal and whether we should actually be striving for a better normal instead... and, as in every week, we also have time for my guest to recommend something to watch as well as share her personal mantra.What Now is a series of weekly one-on-one chats with marketers and entrepreneurs where we try to figure out what the hell is happening out there and how it is affecting the business landscape. The podcast is hosted by Dialect CO, David Maher Roberts and comes out every Friday.There's a video version of this podcast on our Vimeo channel (https://bit.ly/2BCUBMf). And to join in the discussion, head over to our Linkedin page - linkedin.com/company/dialect-inc/ and follow us.What Now is supported by Dialect (https://www.dialectinc.com/), the full service agency that specialises in engaging tech and gaming audiences for global brands.- Credits -What Now is produced by Dialect, Inc.Editor: Molly RichmondGraphic Design: Annabel MillerProducer: David Maher RobertsMusic: Artlist.io
We are joined by special guest Ronke Lawal, PR consultant and founder of Ariatu PR. Episode 43 of PR Bants covers these topics: The leaked Labour Party report How world leaders are responding to the coronavirus pandemic Why Downing Street should open up press briefings to diverse media How can we tackle 5G conspiracy theories?Zoom's security issues and the impact it's having on the platform's reputation Happy listening, and let us know what you think by tweeting @PRbants using the hashtag #PRbants Music from Jukedeck - create your own at Jukedeck
We are joined by special guest Ronke Lawal, PR consultant and founder of Ariatu PR. Episode 43 of PR Bants covers these topics: The leaked Labour Party report How world leaders are responding to the coronavirus pandemic Why Downing Street should open up press briefings to diverse media How can we tackle 5G conspiracy theories?Zoom's security issues and the impact it's having on the platform's reputation Happy listening, and let us know what you think by tweeting @PRbants using the hashtag #PRbants Music from Jukedeck - create your own at Jukedeck
Season 2 of Fabulous Woman is all all about adding some more joy and sparkle to your life in the lockdown.Ronke Lawal is a PR consultant of epic proportions. She’s the founded of Ariatu PR, who has also been dabbling in broadcasting, being a co-host on Talk Radio with Penny Smith on Saturday mornings. She is often called on to discuss PR matters in the media so keep listening out for her!She’s a FABULOUS WOMAN!You can find out more about her as follows:https://twitter.com/ronkelawal https://twitter.com/ariatuprSeason 2 is all recorded on ZOOM. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Ronke Lawal honours Dr Maya Angelou. If you listened to my podcast chat with Ronke earlier this year you will know that I am a total Ronke fan #Ronke4President (please can we get this trending?) Ronke highlights Dr Angelou’s capacity to be whole, her ability to allow the essence of who she is to permeate through her multifaceted life rather than conform into the narrow society boxes society creates to confine us. Ronke speaks powerfully to Dr Angelou’s ability to be multifaceted and excellent whilst reflecting that we all have the ability to live this way. Ronke honours Dr Angelou for being a role model for powerful listening, acknowledging and apologising for making mistakes, embracing her wholeness knowing that mistakes are not defining factors. They make us human. About Ronke Lawal: Ariatu PR Founder, Ronke Lawal, was born in Hackney, East London. Having graduated with honours from Lancaster University and the University of Richmond Virginia (USA) with a degree in International Business (Economics), she started her own PR and Communications business in 2004. Ariatu PR specialises in PR and Communications for clients in a range of B2C industries; including lifestyle and luxury FMCG, travel, food and the creative sector. In January 2010, Ronke became the Chief Executive of the Islington Chamber of Commerce where she remained until the end of 2012 and became a non-executive director of The Hoxton Apprentice in 2011. She joined the board of Trustees of Voluntary Action Islington in 2012 and was on The Employers Panel for the National Employment Savings Trust from 2011-18. In 2018 she became a director on the board of directors at the Charted Institute of Public Relations. She is a Mentor for The Cherie Blair Foundation, The “Success Looks Like You” Initiative and The BME PR Pros initiative as well as a mentor to entrepreneurs and creatives outside of structured initiatives. In 2010 Ronke was named as one of the Top 400 women of the year in the UK for her work with the Islington Chamber of Commerce. In 2011 Ronke was honoured to receive a Precious Award for Inspirational Leadership. In 2019 Ronke received an alumni award from Lancaster University for making a substantial contribution to her field of work and developed an outstanding reputation among her peers. You can connect with Ronke here: Instagram Twitter Website
Welcome to the Puds & Co. Podcast! In this episode, we had Ronke Lawal join Liz to speak about Public Relations, dealing with crisis' on social media, and who should build a personal brand and how. Stay connected with Ronke: www.instagram.com/Ronke.Lawal/ www.twitter.com/RonkeLawal/ http://www.ariatupublicrelations.com/ http://www.ronkelawal.com/ Stay connected with us: www.twitter.com/pudsco www.instagram.com/pudsco www.facebook.com/pudsco
We speak to Ronke Lawal this week about branding, personal attainment and appreciating the gifts you have and your worth. It's not one to miss! Rate, review and subscribe! Join the community:#WhatMatters #WhatMattersPodcast #WhatMattersNewsletter: alexreads.co.uk/newsletterEmail: whatmatterspod@gmail.comInstagram: @AlexReadsTwitter: @AlexReads__Follow Alex Reads on Vero: https://get.vero.co/whatmattersMusic: JMZ Artwork: Mike-Andre Joda Website: alexreads.co.ukExecutive producer Clarissa Pabi
Welcome to episode 36 where I am talking to PR maven, business woman extraodinare Ronke Lawal, founder of Ariatu PR. I thought we were going to talk about PR, my intention was to talk to Ronke about the juxtaposition of having a multi identity and professionalism in a world where White, middle class and beyond are the default for all things professional due to systematic racism, followed by a conversation on the mindset necessary to be ready of PR. However the multi identity piece was huge. We didn’t get to all the places but we got deep, soulful and honest. It was a really enriching conversation. Full show notes here. Ps - thank you to all the people that voted for me in the Precious Lifestyle Awards. I won best podcast category. I have an award winning podcast and am delighted! Huge thank you to Foluke Akinlose for all the work she does to uplift and acknowledge black women and women of colour in business.
Ariatu Public Relations Founder, Ronke Lawal, was born in Hackney, East London. Having graduated with honours from Lancaster University and the University of Richmond Virginia (USA) with a degree in International Business (Economics), she started her own PR and Communications business in 2004.Ariatu PR works with small businesses, start ups and entrepreneurs using PR tactics and tools to enhance their brand visibility, reputation and media presence. The firm works with clients in a range of B2C industries; including lifestyle, food, fashion, fashion, beauty, hospitality and luxury FMCG.In January 2010, Ronke became the Chief Executive of the Islington Chamber of Commerce where she remained until the end of 2012 and became a non-executive director of The Hoxton Apprentice in 2011. She joined the board of Trustees of Voluntary Action Islington in 2012 where she is also a Director of The Voluntary Action Academy and is currently on The Employers Panel for the National Employment Savings Trust. In 2018 she became a director on the board of directors at the Chartered Institute of Public Relations. She is a Mentor for The Cherie Blair Foundation, The “Success Looks Like You” Initiative and The BME PR Pros Initiative. In 2011 Ronke Lawal was honoured to receive a Precious Award for Inspirational Leadership. She is a passionate advocate for enterprise, equality for all and leadership.Her varied passions outside the business world include food (Founder of Food Blog www.whosfordinner.co.uk), travel, music, literature and most importantly living a life she loves.Find Ronke Lawal online: Business Website: www.ariatupr.comFood Blog: www.whosfordinner.co.uk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu6pL1rkUKDlll2UOyi77jgFollow Item 13 on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter.esSense 13 is on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter.Don’t forget to subscribe & leave us a review!
PR expert and Entrepreneur, Ronke Lawal has built Ariatu PR from the ground up. From self-doubt to dealing with other people’s judgements to issues with self-worth, in this episode, Ronke talks openly about what it really takes to succeed as a woman in business.
Elizabeth Oloidi is the founder of Qweens Beauty magazine. Qweens Beauty strives to celebrate and represent dark complexion people of colour in an industry that often forgets to include them in the mainstream media culture. A final year Journalism student who started the magazine as a project, she decided to keep it going after the warm reception it received online. She was tired of the beauty industry seeming to feature only minute slices of the shades that people of colour come in.Her desire is to see more black women allowed to express their full range of self, and for other people of colour to create platforms that celebrate and acknowledge all people of color are not just one shade.Her biggest inspiration is her mother. She is the woman that has inspired her to become the woman she is today!Her #Soloudmoment of the week is herself for the work that she has done to put out Qweens Magazine into the world.Her #Soloudmoment of the week is herself for the work that she has done to put out Qweens Magazine into the world.The books she is currently reading are Children of Blood and Bone (Legacy of Orisha) By Tomi Adeyemi and the BibleThe next featured Qween of the week is Ronke Lawal of AriatuPRQweens magazine is looking for new writers who are looking to be seen and heard. as a person of colour who has a passion for seeing more diversity in the beauty industry, she asks to reach out to her via twitter or Instagram or the magazine’s website https://qweens-magazine.squarespace.com/.
Elizabeth Oloidi is the founder of Qweens Beauty magazine. Qweens Beauty strives to celebrate and represent dark complexion people of colour in an industry that often forgets to include them in the mainstream media culture. A final year Journalism student who started the magazine as a project, she decided to keep it going after the warm reception it received online. She was tired of the beauty industry seeming to feature only minute slices of the shades that people of colour come in.Her desire is to see more black women allowed to express their full range of self, and for other people of colour to create platforms that celebrate and acknowledge all people of color are not just one shade.Her biggest inspiration is her mother. She is the woman that has inspired her to become the woman she is today!Her #Soloudmoment of the week is herself for the work that she has done to put out Qweens Magazine into the world.Her #Soloudmoment of the week is herself for the work that she has done to put out Qweens Magazine into the world.The books she is currently reading are Children of Blood and Bone (Legacy of Orisha) By Tomi Adeyemi and the BibleThe next featured Qween of the week is Ronke Lawal of AriatuPRQweens magazine is looking for new writers who are looking to be seen and heard. as a person of colour who has a passion for seeing more diversity in the beauty industry, she asks to reach out to her via twitter or Instagram or the magazine’s website https://qweens-magazine.squarespace.com/.
Ronke Lawal PR Specialist, Owner and founder of Ariatu PRMentor, Media trainer and Speaker. Who works with a variety of clients in various industries including the entertainment, fashion, lifestyle& beauty, food and luxury goods sectors, who are set to change the landscape of the industries they are in. Sharing on the show the top tips to establish their Solid social brand and how to recover from damanding PR campaigns.
Ronke Lawal PR Specialist, Owner and founder of Ariatu PRMentor, Media trainer and Speaker. Who works with a variety of clients in various industries including the entertainment, fashion, lifestyle& beauty, food and luxury goods sectors, who are set to change the landscape of the industries they are in. Sharing on the show the top tips to establish their Solid social brand and how to recover from damanding PR campaigns.
Ronke tells us about her university experience in Richmond, Virginia USA and why America appears to be the land of opportunity. She also talks about the positives of going to university including the networking aspect. Ronke explains why she chose to set up a public relations company and the services Ariatu offers. Ronke talks about the Hoxton Apprentice and what this initiative meant to her in the role of trustee. Ronke talks about how she became a Director at Voluntary Action Academy, which was linked to her role as a trustee for Voluntary Action Islington. Ronke also does mentoring through a couple of organisations and explains how she manages her time in order to not become overwhelmed. Ronke tells us about her lifestyle blog "who's for dinner" and why she continues to do this blog. Ronke's shares some future plans and how she intends to get herself in a position where she can give back and teach others her skills. If Ronke had to choose one person who really inspires her it would be Oprah Winfrey. To check out the services Ariatu offers go to: www.ariatupr.com See Ronke's social media below: https://www.instagram.com/ronke.lawal/ https://twitter.com/ronkelawal https://www.facebook.com/RSLawal
In this last episode of the Womens month series, Adeola and Salem share some things they would want their future darlings to know. Also a conversation about how yoga has changed both of their lives and why representation matters! Our Diaspora Badass of the week is Buki Alabi and you can find her Album "For my Granddaughter" on itunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/for-my-granddaughter/id874971517 Our THRIVING business of the week is AriatuPR by Ronke Lawal. https://twitter.com/AriatuPR https://www.instagram.com/ariatupr/ As always you can catch us on thrivetablepodcast@gmail.com. Stay awesome loves!
This week Naomi and Ogaga are joined by Ronke Lawal. The group reminisce on Fresh Price of Bel-Air and explore how much colourism played a factor in the show In the second segment the trio discuss the decision by British MPs to deregulate sex education in school as they recount their experiences. Finally, in an effort to ignore's Trump's inauguration as President of the USA, the 20Something Podcast team talk what Obama's reign meant to them as Black Britons. Mailing list: http://buff.ly/2khGde0 Ronke Lawal: Twitter @RonkeLawal Website: RonkeLawal.com
Sometimes I meet people and think WOW they are great at their job! Today's guest is just that! She's loves her work, she's great at it and it shines through immensely.Ronke Lawal is the owner of Ariatu PR and mentor for the Cherie Blair Foundation. She's been a partner in a fashion label, worked in the corporate world and used to be the chief executive of the Chamber of Commerce in Islington. I first became aware of Ronke when she emailed me saying she would love her client to be featured on the Mum to Millionaire podcast. I was really im
In this episode, Ronke Lawal (Ariatu Public Relations) discusses her experiences as a first-generation Brit and the challenge of identity. Ronke and Amanda also talk about the cost of assimilation for the working class, why corporate brands often fail at messaging around social justice and her experience studying abroad in the U.S. For more information, visit theglobalchatter.com.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-global-chatter/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy