Standing Firm in Power & Pride as Black Business Men - Black History Month Special

In a special Black History Month 2025 episode of Xconversation, filmed live at Westfield Stratford City as part of Social Ark’s Black History Month Takeover, we explore what it means to stand firm in power and pride as black men in business. Our hosts sit down with two incredible guests: David Germain and Tolu Akintayo – two accomplished businessmen with huge experience and insight. David is our Chief Patron, supporting us in advancing our work and widening our impact at Xconversation. In this episode, we unpack Why mentoring matters in business and beyond. How to show up for the next generation. Lessons learned from decades in leadership. Power, pride and identity as Black men in the business world. The importance of paying it forward and key lessons in business. The impact of representation and community support To connect with our guests: David Germain -   / davidcgermain   Tolu Akintayo -   / tolu-akintayo-a5b101137   Instagram -   / mr_takintayo   Xconversation : https://www.xconversation.co.uk Follow us on all social media   / xconversationuk     / xconversationuk     / xconversationuk   https://www.tiktok.com/xconversationuk