Dr. George Obolo’s story has only just begun. He is constantly challenging what is seen as impossible, inspiring those around him to pursue their dreams and make a positive impact on the world.
George Obolo is an award-winning social entrepreneur, leader, builder, and public speaker who co-founded The Black Excellence Network.
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In a world where commenting is free, instantaneous and global, it’s easy to spend time criticising or complaining. Instead, he calls for a shift in our thinking about how to be a reformer, not a referee.
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Five years ago, I wrote in my personal statement, “Thus, the decision I’ve made to study medicine is one of great confidence.” Little did I know I was about to embark on the longest five years of my life—training through a pandemic, tackling challenging exams, and graduating into an uncertain NHS landscape.
There’s a moment when the weight of responsibility really sinks in. Maybe it was your first big job promotion, caring for a newborn baby, or babysitting a younger sibling. For me, that moment came during my first week as an F1 doctor. The pressure was palpable from the start—you quickly realise that the classroom version of patient care is a world away from the actual chaos of a hospital ward.
Delivering my TEDx talk, “Be a Reformer, Not a Referee,” was an incredible experience, but what you saw on stage was only part of the journey. Behind every talk, there’s a process—moments of reflection, preparation, and challenges that don’t make it to the spotlight. In this blog post, I want to take you behind the scenes and share how this talk came to be, what inspired it, and the lessons I learned along the way.
From his affinity for tech to his studies in medicine and natural gifting of community-building, George is truly an impressive individual. George is a great young leader that is going to have a positive impact wherever he works.
George Obolo has also spent time working on some key resources that have helped him along his journey and explain his framework for life.
Starts Social Enterprise
The Black Excellence Network
Top 5 Future Leader
Powerlist Magazine
Joins Fair HQ
DEI Tech Start Up
First TEDx Talk
Bath - 2022
Joins Octopus Ventures
Internship
Undergraduate Of The Year
The University Of Manchester
Royal Party Invite
Buckingham Palace
Joins University Governance
The University Of Manchester
Becomes A Medical Doctor
National Health Service
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George Obolo’s impactful work has garnered widespread recognition, including accolades like the Undergraduate of the Year and Top 10 Black Students awards. His contributions even earned him an invitation to the prestigious Royal Garden Party, celebrating his service to the nation.