Avocado Den 2025

AVOCADO Den Awards Evening 2025

Celebrating Worldchangers | Championing Hope | Building Futures

Celebrate With Us

Join us for an unforgettable evening honouring the bold, community-led innovators reshaping our world.

Hosted high above the London skyline, the AVOCADO Den Awards Evening brings together visionary entrepreneurs, philanthropic leaders, corporate changemakers, and cultural influencers — all united by a shared belief: that the future belongs to everyone.

Whether you’re a past participant, a future ally, or a leader in your sector, this event is your invitation to be part of something bigger.

This isn’t just an awards evening. It’s a movement.

“Community-led, legacy-driven.”

What to Expect

17:30–18:15 - Arrival and Networking

All our guests will be welcomed with drinks and canapés

Live instrumental music

· AVOCADO Den Showcase — a space to explore stories, visuals and impact displays from our entrepreneurs and alumni.

18:15–18:30 - Opening remarks

• Carol Akiwumi MBE, Founder & CEO, The AVOCADO Foundation

• Dilys Barnett, Chair of Trustees • AVOCADO Den Participant – 90-second spotlight

18:30–19:00 - Fireside Conversations

• Fireside Chat: “Beyond the Pitch – What Drives a Changemaker?”

• Featuring a prominent BAMER founder, artist, or innovator

• Preview: ‘Grow Strong – The AVOCADO Anthem’ & “Where Are They Now?” alumni films

19:00-20:30 - AVOCADO Den Awards Ceremony

WorldChangers Award – For those driving systems change for marginalised communities

Entrepreneur of the Year (Life Changer) – Celebrating growth, creativity, and resilience

BAMER-Led Organisation/Leadership/Philanthropy – For founding or leading a BAMER-led organisation

Community Changer – Recognising financial education in Africa

(20:30–21:00) - Grand Finale

Don’t miss the perfect end to an inspiring evening!

Celebrate with live music, canapés and meaningful connections Drinks will be served until 21:00

How to get involved:

Join the Friends of The AVOCADO Foundation
Explore mentoring, partnerships and investment opportunities

Event Details:

Date: Monday, 20th October 2025

Time: 17:30–21:00

The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please let us know in advance of any access needs.

Theme: Celebrating Worldchangers | Championing Hope | Building Futures

Venue: The Ohana Floor, Salesforce Tower, 110 Bishopsgate, London

Online tickets and in-person tickets available.