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Dr. Yekemi Otaru

Chancellor, University of West of Scotland

Yekemi is an award-winning entrepreneur, business leader and the Chancellor at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS). She is a GlobalScot, a strong advocate for women in business, and a mentor for businesswomen in the world’s poorest countries. Yekemi is a published B2B social media author who inspires her audience through her significant online presence to achieve great things. She is best known for her authentic personal stories and uplifting content. In June 2022, she was awarded an honorary doctorate by UWS for her contributions and commitment to higher education and learning. Yekeni has received several awards, including Social Entrepreneur of the Year at the 4th Scottish Women Awards and Services Industry Entrepreneur of the Year at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2023.