Ukeme Awakessien Jeter

Ukeme Awakessien Jeter is a trailblazing executive and thought leader who has made significant contributions to the fields of immigration and business leadership. With over two decades of experience within Fortune 500 companies, national law firms, universities, local governments, and specialized agencies of the United Nations, Ukeme is an accomplished leadership-development consultant.

With a mission to help organizations harness the untapped potential of global talent, Ukeme uses her deep understanding of diverse cultures gained from living and working in eight cities across four countries to provide invaluable insights and strategies that help companies cultivate diverse leadership teams.

Ukeme’s expertise is backed by an impressive educat

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