In this episode of Off The Agenda, we're joined by Michael Eboda, founder and CEO of Powerful Media and the force behind the Powerlist, the definitive annual ranking celebrating the UK's most influential Black leaders.In conversation with Brenda Emmanus OBE, Michael reflects on his mission to dismantle the myth that Black talent is in short supply, and how visibility, representation and celebration can unlock opportunity and change lives. Drawing on his background in journalism and entrepreneurship, he shares how the Powerlist began, how it has evolved over 20 years, and why influence matters more than celebrity or status.Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture.Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda#Leadership #Diversity #Powerlist #BlackExcellence #UKBusiness #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #BrendaEmmanus #MichaelEboda #Representation

In this episode of Off The Agenda, we're joined by Emma Jones CBE — former founder of Enterprise Nation and the UK Small Business Commissioner — for a wide-ranging conversation on entrepreneurship, optimism, and building the conditions for small businesses to thrive.In conversation with Natasha Frangos and Natalie Ojevah MBE, Emma reflects on growing up in an entrepreneurial family, selling her first business at 27, and spending her career championing founders across the UK. She shares candid insights on mentorship, late payments, community-led growth, and why optimism is one of the most important tools for entrepreneurs navigating uncertainty.Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture.Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda#Leadership #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #WomenInBusiness #UKBusiness #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #EmmaJonesCBE #NatashaFrangos #NatalieOjevah

Ezechi Britton MBE, entrepreneur and founder, joins Sir Charles Bowman and Brenda Emmanus OBE on Off The Agenda for an insightful conversation about ambition, leadership, and navigating complexity in today's business environment.Ezechi reflects on his career journey, the importance of purpose and resilience, and how leaders can think long term while responding to rapid change across technology, culture, and the workplace.Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture.Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda#Leadership #Technology #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #UKBusiness #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #EzechiBritton #SirCharlesBowman #BrendaEmmanus

Gina Miller, entrepreneur, campaigner, and founder of SCM Direct and MoneyShe, joins Sir Charles Bowman and Natasha Frangos on Off The Agenda for a powerful and candid conversation about leadership, resilience, and accountability.Gina shares how her values have shaped a career spanning ethical finance and public advocacy, why transparency and trust remain critical challenges for institutions, and what it takes to lead with conviction in the face of relentless public scrutiny.Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture.Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda#Leadership #EthicalFinance #Accountability #WomenInBusiness #UKPolitics #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #GinaMiller #SirCharlesBowman #NatashaFrangos

Afua Kyei, Chief Financial Officer at the Bank of England, joins Sir Charles Bowman on Off The Agenda for an exclusive, in-depth conversation about leadership, purpose, and the power of representation.Afua shares how her values and faith shape her leadership style, what diversity and inclusion mean in the world of finance, and how innovation — from digital transformation to AI — is redefining leadership today.Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture.Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda#Leadership #Finance #BankOfEngland #WomenInFinance #Diversity #Innovation #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #AfuaKyei #SirCharlesBowman

Sir Charles Bowman sits down with Sir Damon Buffini, Deputy Chair of the BBC Board and Chair of the BBC Commercial Board, in the heart of the City of London and the iconic St Paul's Cathedral for a truly special episode of Off The Agenda.Sir Damon's journey is nothing short of remarkable. From growing up on a Leicester council estate to becoming a leading figure in international finance, he shares how education, mentorship, and an unwavering belief in opportunity shaped his extraordinary career in private equity and public service.Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture.Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda#Leadership #PrivateEquity #BBC #SocialMobility #CityOfLondon #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #DamonBuffini #SirCharlesBowman #PublicService

In this episode of Off The Agenda, Sir Charles Bowman sits down with Dean Forbes, the CEO of Forterro, to explore his remarkable journey from facing homelessness as a teenager to becoming a CEO of billion-pound businesses. Dean's story is a true testament to resilience, determination, and the power of embracing opportunities.Dean shares candid insights on leadership under pressure, building high-performing teams, and why grit and adaptability matter more than background or privilege in the world of business.Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture.Follow us: otamediagroup.com | Insta: @otamediagroup | X: @offtheagenda#Leadership #Resilience #Entrepreneurship #CEO #TechBusiness #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #DeanForbes #SirCharlesBowman #SocialMobility

Sir Charles Bowman sits down with Baroness Dambisa Moyo — economist, author of four New York Times bestsellers, and one of the most influential voices on global development and macroeconomics. From her groundbreaking work challenging aid dependency to her bold perspectives on emerging markets, Moyo brings a fearless clarity to the biggest economic questions of our time.In this episode, they explore the forces reshaping the global economy, the future of developing nations, and what leadership looks like when the stakes are truly global. A conversation that challenges conventional thinking and offers fresh insight into the world's most pressing economic debates.Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture.Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda#Leadership #GlobalEconomics #MacroEconomics #EmergingMarkets #WomenInBusiness #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #DambisMoyo #SirCharlesBowman #EconomicDevelopment

Sir Charles Bowman sits down with Baroness Valerie Amos LG, CH, PC — one of the most distinguished figures in British public life. From becoming the first Black woman to sit in a British Cabinet to leading the United Nations humanitarian response, Baroness Amos has spent decades at the forefront of politics, diplomacy, and education.In this episode, she shares her remarkable journey through the worlds of politics, humanitarian aid, and higher education — including her role as the first person of colour appointed as a Lady Companion of the Order of the Garter. A powerful conversation about leadership, service, and breaking barriers at the highest levels.Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture.Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda#Leadership #Politics #Humanitarianism #HigherEducation #WomenInLeadership #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #ValerieAmos #SirCharlesBowman #PublicService

Sir Charles Bowman sits down with Baroness Patricia Scotland KC — the Rt Hon Commonwealth Secretary-General and a trailblazer in law, politics, and global diplomacy. From humble beginnings at the bar to becoming the 6th Commonwealth Secretary-General, her journey is one of extraordinary determination and leadership.In this episode, they explore her path from practising law to leading one of the world's largest international organisations, her vision for the Commonwealth's future, and the qualities that define truly transformative leadership on a global stage.Off The Agenda is the flagship podcast from OTA Media — a leadership platform born in the City of London, operating at the intersection of capital, policy, and culture.Follow us: otamediagroup.com | @otamediagroup | @offtheagenda#Leadership #Commonwealth #GlobalChange #WomenInLeadership #Law #Diplomacy #OTAMedia #OffTheAgenda #PatriciaScotland #SirCharlesBowman