Netflix CMO named Black British Businessman of 2023

Aaron Lynch, Senior Manager of Global Creative Marketing at Netflix, has been named Black British Businessman of the Year 2023. Photo: James Everett

Aaron Lynch, Senior Global Creative Marketing Manager at Netflix, has been named Black British Businessman of the Year at the 2023 Black British Business Awards (BBBAwards).

Aaron is a revolutionary marketing phenomenon with over 12 years' experience working on scripted and unscripted content across BBC One, BBC Three, Channel 4 and now Netflix.

Joining Netflix over five years ago as Global Creative Marketing Manager, Aaron was instrumental in the relaunch of the relaunched Top Boy and Black Mirror franchises, including the groundbreaking interactive special Bandersnatch.

Aaron is a key content driver for Netflix, leading initiatives such as the Black British Stories collection and working alongside content teams to bring new and classic Black British voices to Netflix's audience of more than 230 million people in 190. country.

The Black Briton of the Year award was presented at an evening ceremony at the InterContinental London Park Lane Hotel by Chuka Umunna, JPMorgan's EMEA Head of ESG and Green Economy Investment Banking.

Over the past decade, the BBBAwards have celebrated and celebrated the achievements of black entrepreneurs and professionals who reflect the best of British talent on the global stage. The BBBA Awards have inspired future generations, promoted inclusivity and promoted better representation and innovative business environments.

This year's 10th anniversary celebrations, #WeAre, demonstrated the collective strength of the black community and their allies uniting to promote racial equality in businesses across the UK.

The BBBAwards recognizes achievements in six industry sectors including Arts & Media, Consumer & Luxury, Enterprise, Financial Services, Professional services and STEM.

Dr Sophie Chandauka MBE, Chair and Executive Founder of the BBBAwards, said: “The winners of the 2023 BBBA Awards have once again embodied the passion, spirit and values ​​of our mission and I sincerely congratulate them on what I hope is a momentous occasion for us all.

“I am filled with great pride and gratitude for the incredible journey we embarked on ten years ago. Watching the growth and achievements of black talent over the years has been nothing short of inspiring.

“The BBBA Awards would not exist today if it were not for the exceptional contribution of black British business professionals who are driving change and serving as role models in their communities. Their dedication to entrepreneurial and professional talent paves the way for those who come after them. Their achievements not only changed the landscape of black talent, but also set new standards for excellence and diversity in Britain.

“I dedicate our success to every BBBAwards winner, finalist, sponsor and ally and look forward to the future.”

Cecil Peters, EMEA head of diversity, equality and inclusion at JPMorgan, said: “It is with great pride that we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Black British Business Awards.

“Since its inception, JPMorgan has supported the BBBAwards in creating a platform to recognize the exceptional performance and outstanding achievements of Black professionals who continually strive for change and lasting impact.

“We warmly congratulate Aaron Lynch and celebrate the achievements of all of this year's finalists, who demonstrated a level of skill, tenacity and depth of character that is truly inspiring.”

>The BBBAwards also celebrated with a special honorable mention. The Ally of the Year Award recognizes the work of senior allies in the Black community who continue to fight for diversity and equality in business. The 2023 Ally of the Year award went to Andrew Bagley, EMEA General Counsel and Head of EMEA Legal at Goldman Sachs.

This is the fourth year that JPMorgan has been a key partner of the BBBAwards and Telegraph. is a national media partner for the sixth year in a row. IHG Hotels and Resorts has become an official hospitality partner for the first time.

Other important sponsors include: Accenture, AlixPartners, Baker McKenzie, Barclays, Bloomberg, Executive Leadership Council, Fidelity International, Goldman Sachs, GSK, LinkedIn, L'Oréal, Morgan Stanley, MSCI, Netflix, Oliver Wyman, P&G, S& P Global, Sage, Tranzfar, UBS, Wellington Management and Wells Fargo.

By supporting the BBBAwards, these organizations are demonstrating that racial equality is a key priority by celebrating the success of another impressive group of finalists and future leaders at this year's awards ceremony.

p>The BBBAwards event celebrated the achievements of rising stars and senior executives across six industry sectors: arts and media, consumer goods and luxury goods, entrepreneurship, financial services, professional services and STEM. The honorees include visionary professionals and passionate business owners who are committed to driving equitable change and championing Black excellence in business.

The 2023 BBBAwards winners are:

• Black British Businessman of the Year:Aaron Lynch, Senior Global Creative Marketing Manager, Netflix
• Rising Star in Arts and Media:  Abiola Bello, Director, Author and Publisher , Hashtag Press Ltd.
• Senior Arts and Media Executive of the Year:Angela Ferreira, Managing Director, Douglas Road Productions
• Rising Star in Consumer & Luxury:  Kelsa Albert, Senior Lecturer Experience Manager, Deckers Brands
• Senior Consumer & Luxury Leader of the Year:Vanessa Spence, Senior Creative Director, ASOS.
• Rising Star Entrepreneur:George Imafidon OBE, CEO of Motivez
• Entrepreneur of the Year:Ken and Mary Okoroafor, founders of The Humble Penny and Financial Joy Academy
• Financial Services Rising Star: Kwaku Kyei-Manu, Global Risk and Compliance Manager, Computershare
• Senior Financial Services Leader of the Year: Tosin Akinluyi, Managing Director, EMEA, Head of Macroeconomic Research, Morgan Stanley
• Professional Services Rising Star:Harold Memela, Senior Manager, Transformation and Change, KPMG
• Senior Professional Services Leader of the Year:Dina Cobbina, Partner, FS Transformation Services, KPMG
• STEM Rising Star: > Dr. Azzedine Dabo, researcher, GSK
• Senior STEM Leader of the Year:  Eva Kamau, DCT Senior Director of Strategy and Innovation, PPD (part of Thermofisher Scientific)