Five British Jamaican Trailblazers Honored by London Chamber of Commerce for Black Excellence [Video]

Five British adult trailblazers were celebrated for their outstanding contributions to the cultural and economic development of the United Kingdom at the second annual Black Excellence Awards (BEA) held at Boisdale of Canary Wharf on October 17, 2023. They are Nathaneil Peat, Marcia Willis Stewart KC, Linford Christie OBE, Omar Lye-Fook MBE, and Dame Denise Lewis DBE.

Founded by Boisdale, in partnership with the London Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI), the Black Excellence Awards (BEA) returned for its second year and highlighted the outstanding achievements of Black British luminaries from a vast cross-section of industries, professions, and vocations. The event was co-produced by Janelle Raeburn of Jay Rae Productions and Paula Powell of Sphere Hospitality and it is a result of a collaborative venture between Boisdale, LCCI and their Black Business Association (BBA).

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The roster of honorees included prominent British hardcore who stood out for their remarkable contributions. Nathaneil Peat was recognized for his outstanding contribution to …