Adetayo Adeyemi (she/her) is a Specialist in Innovation and Investment Readiness at Scottish Enterprise, bringing more than 14 years of experience in driving inclusive economic growth, strategic partnerships, and innovation across multiple sectors. Her work centres on enabling businesses to scale through data‑driven decision‑making, innovation management, and access to finance—an approach reflected in her track record of supporting over 70 companies to secure funding, commercialise innovation, and enter new markets.

Adetayo holds an MBA in Business Analytics from the University of Aberdeen and an MSc in Business Management from Oxford Brookes University. She also holds professional certifications in Microsoft Azure data analytics and AI/ML applications, supporting her ability to bridge technology, strategy, and responsible innovation.

Her portfolio spans predictive analytics, AI adoption, enterprise development, and investment readiness, with a strong commitment to empowering innovative SMEs and advancing equitable access to innovation opportunities. Her industry engagement includes sectors such as digital technology, energy, life sciences, and impact‑driven enterprise.

A 2024 nominee for the Black Scottish Awards’ Professional Rising Star, Adetayo brings analytical rigour, strategic insight, and a commitment to inclusive economic growth—championing equitable access to innovation and supporting diverse founders to thrive in Scotland’s business ecosystem and enhancing their competitiveness in global markets.