EMBRACE specialist group: Committee

Chair
Charlie Fadden MBCS

Charlie is passionate about developing and maximising a culture of evaluation, learnings and improvement which respects the human being as a person, drives more effective ways of working to support business strategy, enabler of customer satisfaction (retention), enhancing reputation and increasing profitability.

As Chair, Charlie is responsible for strategy, Industry partnerships, sponsorships and co-governance.

Vice-Chair
Chioma Fanawopo

Treasurer
David Lewis MBCS

David is CEO and Chair of PMI Consult group of companies specialising in banking and financial services, and specialising in ERP and ICT resource solutions. He is also Treasurer of BCS London Central Group and committee member of the BCS Financial Services Special Interest Group (FINSIG).

As Treasurer, David is responsible for financial reporting, budgets and accounting.

Secretary
Daniel Ekiyoyo

Daniel Ekiyoyo is a seasoned business and technology professional with over two decades of experience delivering enterprise-scale solutions across the London Market Insurance, Investment Banking, Defence, and Public sectors. With deep expertise in business and integration architecture, he specialises in cloud transformation, API ecosystems, and the practical application of AI technologies to drive innovation, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

A graduate of Imperial College London with degrees in Software Engineering and Computing, Daniel also holds executive credentials from London Business School in Investment Management—bringing a unique blend of technical depth and strategic business acumen.

Daniel is also an entrepreneur and a committed advocate for inclusive innovation. As Secretary of BCS EMBRACE, he plays a vital role in governance and strategic coordination across the group’s diversity-focused initiatives. He also serves as Chair and ex-Officio of diaspora-led alumni organisations, where he has led impactful community projects focused on digital literacy, education, and renewable energy across Africa.

In addition, Daniel serves as Financial Secretary for an association supporting homeless outreach and services for the visually impaired, reflecting his dedication to social equity and community upliftment.

A lifelong mentor, he is passionate about nurturing future talent from underrepresented backgrounds through national mentoring schemes and youth empowerment programmes.

Outside of his professional and voluntary work, Daniel is an avid traveller, and a keen enthusiast of history, cinema, and skiing—constantly seeking new experiences that broaden perspective and inspire meaningful connection.

Inclusion Officer
Raju Joseph Kanikaram AMBCS

Early Careers Advocate
Alvin Gashaija

Alvin Gashaija is a cybersecurity student at Middlesex University with a passion for leadership, digital engagement and community impact. As a Digital Ambassador, he promoted the university's values, which include participating in a promotional advert to enhance the student image and attract prospective students.

Outside academics, Alvin served as a Sports Captain for MDX Karate Club, collaborating within the sports department to inspire students and promote martial arts. A personal highlight was representing MDX as a competitor at the University of Hull.

Outside of University, Alvin is deeply committed to empowering young people. He's recently been appointed Early Careers Lead at the British Computing Society, leading initiatives to help 16-24 year olds access the IT sector, with funding available to support their journey. Additionally, serving as a volunteer with the Institute of Directors, supporting to facilitate events with the aim of supporting representation from BAME backgrounds on boards. Previously, he was a Mentor and Ambassador for Motivez CIC, where he worked on climate change initiatives in schools, earning recognition as a top-ranked mentor with multiple wins.

Alvin's influence extends to professional spaces, with a growing network on LinkedIn that led to opportunities with the Ministry of Justice, Black Hat Europe, Airbus and more. He's passionate about cyber, digital forensics and defence intelligence aspiring to make an impact in those fields.

Membership Secretary
Eric Bediako MBCS

Eric is an experienced technologist with 20 plus years in the IT industry, and relishes implementing leading edge technical solutions. With a degree in Computer Science and an MSc in E-Business and Innovation, Eric is passionate about using technology for good and solving problems that make a significant impact in the world and the lives of people.

Industry Liaison
Youssef Hassan MBCS

Youssef is a civil servant at the Department for Education, driving digital transformation projects focusing on inclusion and social mobility in tech. A lifelong learner at heart, he’s fascinated by languages and cultures—and when he’s not working, you’ll find him recharging outdoors or listening to audiobooks.

As Industry Liaison for BCS EMBRACE, he forges strategic partnerships and creates initiatives that amplify underrepresented voices in the digital sector.