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Flo Akinbiyi (1980) is a Nigerian-German international presenter, communication coach, and keynote speaker based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. He is known for his work as a master of ceremonies for major global events and his coaching on public speaking and interpersonal communication.[1]
Early life and education Akinbiyi was born and raised in Bavaria, Germany. He grew up in Bad Tölz and has spoken about his experiences navigating a multicultural identity in Germany. He later moved to the United Arab Emirates, where he established his career in media and corporate communications.[2]
Career Akinbiyi began his career in Germany, involving himself in sports and lifestyle events, including flowriding and board sports competitions. He gained early media attention for his participation in events such as the "Endless Peak Surfjam" and various surf-related promotions in Europe.[3]
After relocating to Dubai, Akinbiyi transitioned into professional event hosting and communication coaching. He has served as an MC and moderator for international conferences, including the IAA (International Motor Show), Web Summit past events and booked for 2026[4], and various government and corporate forums in the Middle East.
In addition to his hosting work, Akinbiyi is a communication consultant. He has contributed articles to publications such as Gulf News[5] and The National[6], providing analysis on public speaking techniques, the importance of silence in rhetoric, and the future of human connection in the age of AI. In 2024, he delivered a TEDx talk titled "The Human Edge," focusing on authenticity and public speaking as "superpowers" for the future workforce.
Personal life Akinbiyi is an advocate for men's health and has publicly discussed the importance of early testing for medical conditions.[6]
References
edit- ↑ "Wie es den Tölzer Florian Akinbiyi nach Dubai verschlug - und wie er dort die Corona-Krise erlebte". www.merkur.de (in German). 2020-10-20. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ "Florian Akinbiyi | BIRKENSTOCK United Arab Emirates". dxp-global.birkenstock.com. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ Parkscout, Redaktion. "Das rockt, Dude: Endless Peak Surfjam im Alpamare Bad Tölz". www.parkscout.de (in German). Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ "Mentor Hours | Web Summit | November 9-12, 2026". Web Summit. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ News, Flo Akinbiyi, Special to Gulf (2023-01-28). "Nothing like silence to get a great speech going - but do time that silence". Gulf News: Latest UAE news, Dubai news, Business, travel news, Dubai Gold rate, prayer time, cinema. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help)CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - 1 2 Shouk, Ali Al. "Real Men, Real Talk: The importance of early testing when 'something's not right'". The National. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
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