Gabriel Imevbore | Turning struggles into strength- a story of determination

In a powerful and compelling new episode of Future Faces: The Young Professionals Podcast, we were introduced to Gabriel Imevbore, an eloquent, determined, and inspiring sales director at Z Digital UK. Hosted by Sophie Poduval-Morrell, this episode highlights Gabriel's journey, which resonates with the theme of Black History Month, touching upon the significance of social mobility and the unique challenges faced by young Black professionals. Gabriel discusses his challenging upbringing, marked by his mother's battles with severe depression, financial hardships, and his own youthful rebellion. His story traverses his time in emergency accommodation at St. Basil's, several years at the YMCA, and the transformative mentorship of DK James. Despite early struggles, Gabriel rose to become a successful young professional. His story includes becoming the youngest trustee of YMCA Heart of England, and winning notable awards like the Third Sector Award and Young Leader of the Year. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories on the Future Faces podcast and follow us on social media for updates and new episodes.