Ayesha Ibrahim is an accomplished sustainability advocate, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. As the founder and CEO of Honey Corn, a gender-neutral skincare brand launched in 2017, Ayesha has become a sought-after speaker for her expertise in business, sustainability, and corporate responsibility. Her company is renowned for its commitment to using only natural ingredients, and Ayesha's products have been recognised with accolades such as a Bronze award at the Free From Skincare Awards. Ayesha’s talks on trade, sustainability, and business relations have been delivered to business leaders around the globe, cementing her reputation as a leader in the industry.
Ayesha’s journey into the world of sustainability and business began after she graduated from the University of Hull with a degree in Human Resource Management & Marketing. Early in her career, she worked for the G8 Climate Change & Corporate Policy Report as a Sales and Business Development Manager. This role sparked her passion for corporate and environmental sustainability, which she later infused into her entrepreneurial journey. In 2012, Ayesha co-founded Mountain Lion Limited, where she led contract negotiations with local juice manufacturers and cashew farmers in Sierra Leone, creating a groundbreaking cashew apple juice project that generated over 300 jobs. Then, drawing on her vast experience in international trade and development, Ayesha launched Honey Corn with a mission to offer eco-friendly skincare solutions that align with her values of sustainability and ethics.
In recent years, Ayesha’s career has flourished with notable achievements. In 2020, she was recognised as the UK's Leading Innovative Entrepreneur by European Business Magazine, and she was shortlisted for the Small Good Business Awards in 2023. Her work in environmental sustainability has been influential, with Honey Corn's "Bee-a-Keeper" campaign promoting bee-friendly planting among the public. Ayesha's commitment to ethical business practices and environmental responsibility continues to shape the growth of Honey Corn, which has been featured in prestigious publications such as GQ, Tatler, and Vogue.
Ayesha is highly regarded for her dynamic and inspiring talks on entrepreneurship, sustainability, and women in business. She is frequently invited to speak at global corporate events, and her work has seen her represent the UK's Department of Trade and Business at several international Trade Missions. As a working mother, Ayesha’s story is one of perseverance and determination, proving that with passion and dedication, anything is possible. She is hired as a speaker to inspire business owners, corporate leaders, and entrepreneurs to embrace sustainability, foster equality, and build businesses that are both successful and socially responsible.
