Meet the incredible people of African and Caribbean heritage on the Football Black List 2024. The initiative honours influential Black figures making a positive impact in the game and society.
Nakeira Westmaas
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2024
Nakeira strives to shine a light on both women’s and men’s football through her charismatic and personable presenting style. From creating her own vlogs as an Arsenal women’s season ticket holder to landing presenting jobs with the Premier League, FA National League & Arsenal, Nakeira has used VOX Pops to enhance the voice of supporters of the game. Additionally, Nakeira was an enthusiastic member of the 2023/4 Bcoms cohort making the most of opportunities to network and broaden her horizons. As a result, she has conducted interviews at events such as Rugby blacklist. Although still early in her own career, Nakeira is passionate about sharing what she has learned and has sat on various panel talks to encourage others who wish to work in sports media.