Black History Blueprints: Inclusive Leadership at Every Level

True leadership isn’t about commanding — it’s about empowering others to achieve their fullest potential. This talk explores the remarkable legacies of leaders from the transatlantic enslavement era, who reshaped their communities through trust, unity, and a shared sense of purpose.

Discover how these transformative figures:

• Earned trust through courageous action.
• Inspired collective pride and ownership.
• Fostered collaboration to achieve extraordinary goals.

These lessons transcend history, offering practical tools to:

• Build trust through transparency and bold decision-making.
• Create inclusive environments that amplify every voice.
• Share leadership to strengthen teams and drive progress.

Rooted in the resilience and ingenuity of the African diaspora, this session provides a timeless blueprint for leadership and personal growth. Along the way, we’ll reflect on how modern innovations — including Artificial Intelligence — highlight the continuing importance of inclusive leadership.

Whether you’re leading in the workplace, community, or family, this session offers insights that will transform the way you empower others. Join us to uncover tools for creating lasting impact through inclusive leadership and empowerment.

About the speaker

Trailblazing family historian Paul Crooks pioneered research into Black genealogy during the 1990s, tracing his family history from London back six generations to ancestors enslaved on a sugar plantation in North America.

Paul was told that it would be impossible to trace records of slave-ownership, let alone his ancestors enslaved on plantations in North America. “No one had tried because such records did not exist.” Undeterred, he embarked on a journey of discovery that led from suburban North London to North America and ultimately back to the Gold Coast.

His groundbreaking books, Ancestors and A Tree Without Roots: The Guide To Tracing British, African, and Asian Caribbean Ancestry, brought him international recognition for his breakthrough research into Black genealogy. Paul is credited with inspiring an upsurge in interest in Black and British ancestry and is recognized for having spawned an industry in African Caribbean genealogy.

In addition to his pioneering genealogy work, Paul has over 20 years of experience in health service management and holds an MSc in Healthcare Commissioning. He has also worked in the private sector, leveraging his expertise to improve service delivery and operational efficiency. His diverse professional background enhances his ability to connect with audiences on themes of resilience, legacy, and personal growth.

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Tree Without Roots - The Guide To Tracing British, African And Asian Caribbean Ancestry