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Derin Adetosoye
Diversity and Inclusion
Future of Work
Communication
Transform motorsport and media representation with Derin Adetosoye, speaker, broadcast journalist and diversity advocate. Derin works with global brands to elevate digital content and inclusive storytelling, delivering expertise as Formula E's first black female presenter and F1 Academy anchor.
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Motorsport
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Women's History Month
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Gen Z
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Derin Adetosoye is a Broadcast Journalist, Presenter, Host, and Content Creator currently pursuing a Master’s degree at Columbia Journalism School, expected to graduate in 2025. At just 24 years old, she gained recognition after winning the Formula E Open Talent Call for Presenters in 2020, where she was chosen from 800 applicants. This achievement made her the first black female presenter for an international motorsport rights holder.
Derin has a strong background as a Content Creator and YouTuber, amassing over 65,000 followers among the Gen Z demographic. She serves as the face of Formula E’s digital and social media channels, hosting various online shows and content series, including a travel show with Saudia Airlines, celebrity interviews, and esports coverage.
In 2023, Derin expanded her career into Formula 1, taking on the role of Anchor for the new F1 Academy Series, which is broadcast on Sky Sports F1 and Formula One. This all-female racing series aligns with her commitment to diversity and inclusion in motorsport, allowing her to cover thrilling races and interview emerging female racing talents.
In addition to her presenting work, Derin collaborates with teams, partners, and manufacturers in motorsport, including Oracle Red Bull Racing, Jaguar TCS Racing, Nissan, TAG Heuer, Porsche, UNICEF UK, Liberty Global, DHL Motorsport, and the FIA.
Derin's versatility also extends beyond motorsport. She has presented shows and content series for organisations like BAFTA, Sky, NBC Universal, BBC Bitesize, the British Council, and the London College of Fashion, where she acted as a correspondent for London Fashion Week. She hosted for England Rugby, presenting at the Six Nations at Twickenham Stadium to an audience of over 80,000, and served as the stadium host for the Rugby League World Cup in 2022.
In addition to her media roles, Derin is a UK Ambassador for Adobe and sits on their Creative Council board, working alongside figures like Riz Ahmed to connect the brand with Gen Z audiences. She was the face of Adobe’s ‘Love The Journey’ campaign and has collaborated with various clients, including Sony, Samsung, Natwest UK, Sky Up Academy, Autotrader, Cineworld, Superdrug, and Alpha Tauri.
Derin Adetosoye continues to make significant strides in her career, combining her passion for journalism, motorsport, and advocacy for diversity in the industry.
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Derin Adetosoye draws on her experience as a broadcast journalist and presenter to deliver sessions grounded in first-hand industry access, using her work across Formula E, F1 Academy, and major live events to illustrate points about diversity in sport and media, content creation for Gen Z audiences, and career progression in broadcasting.
Derin Adetosoye's sessions cover diversity and inclusion in sport, digital content creation for Gen Z audiences, and careers in broadcast journalism and media. She became the first black female presenter for an international motorsport rights holder after being selected from 800 applicants in the 2020 Formula E Open Talent Call, and serves as anchor for the F1 Academy Series on Sky Sports F1.
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