Diverse & Inclusive Leaders

Dorcas BarryLeila is joined by Dorcas Barry, Associate Trainer at Henpicked.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  The 'm word' - a taboo topic.· Why Dorcas decided to retrain and work with individuals and companies around the topic of menopause.·  Statistics such as 1 in 4 women consider leaving their job due to the symptoms they experience during menopause.·  How to break down the taboo and stop women suffering in silence·  The work Dorcas and Henpicked are doing to improve the working conditions for women experiencing menopause through coaching, policies and more.RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dorcas-barry-ba-hons-msc-8a501534/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Jeroen WelsLeila is joined by Jeroen Wels, Executive Vice President HR - Beauty & Personal Care, Digital & Talent at Unilever.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  Jeroen believes you should unleash the potential in others, and never waste their talents.· He doesn't believe in the classic HR concept.·  He believes you should work within a range of cultural environments to develop yourself as a global citizen.·  Inclusion nudges - support and guidance to help individuals over come barriers and reach their potential.·  The concept of 'privilege' and is it solely circumstances and experiences or what you do with them?RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeroenwels/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Anne DoepnerLeila is joined by Anne Doepner, Director of Inclusion & Employee Investment at Minnesota Vikings.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  How Anne started out working for the NFL in 2006 and her journey through a male orientated field.·  The Vikings pride themselves on being a leader, not a follower and how they are pushing the norms and stereotypes.·  Anne had the first diversity and inclusion role within the NFL.·  The expectations on mothers and the negative stereotypes surrounding the working parent.·  Anne's 'ask for forgiveness, not for permission' working philosophy. RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/annedoepner/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Kelly NagelLeila is joined by Kelly Nagel, President and GM at Jabra.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  How Kelly is campaigning and championing to empower female leaders·  How Kelly is pushing Jabra forward with new employee resource groups, such as the Women's Network Group.· Jabra are embracing and encouraging diversity with new hires·  Creating safe spaces for employees to talk. It's ok to not be ok.·  Supporting individual's to get a balance between work life and home life, to benefit their mental wellness RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDKelly Nagel | LinkedInContinue the conversation on LinkedIn

Jo Portlock Leila is joined by Jo Portlock, Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion at LexisNexis Risk Solutions. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  Running a successful global network of 35 employee resource groups.· Jo’s interesting career journey and why she feels it has been a mix of luck, judgement and opportunities that have come along the way.   · Understanding that not all leaders naturally gravitate towards the importance of diverse and inclusion but grasping it is about education. Culture change. ·  Inclusion? Culture? Why Jo believes strongly that diversity and inclusion goes hand in hand.RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDwww.linkedin.com/in/jo-portlock-a1a33417/  Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Patricia Chinyoka & Sara SewellLeila is joined by Patricia Chinyoka, Senior Inclusion & Diversity Consultant at Business in the Community & Sara Sewell, Global Service Line CFO, Observer & Chair of REACH at Ipsos.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  Their experiences through education and employment regarding inequalities·  The impact of inequality on those around them, including family·  Their experiences and opinions about the ethnicity pay gap·  The barriers faced by black, Asian and ethnic individuals·  Black, Asian and ethnic individuals are in the minority in higher management level positions RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONED(1) Patricia Chinyoka | LinkedIn(2) Sara Sewell | LinkedInContinue the conversation on LinkedIn

Evan GoldbergLeila is joined by Evan Goldberg, Founder & EVP at Oracle NetSuite.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  NetSuite's forward thinking: Diverse talent, diverse thought.·  NetSuite’s vision is simple – enable our over 26,000 customers to achieve their visions by giving them access to unified information. · How in 2014 Evan started the BRCA Foundation to support research on inherited cancer syndromes. That effort has evolved into the BRCA Initiative at the V Foundation.  ·  Empathetic leadership in the “new normal”·  The benefits of empowering employees to contribute beyond their roles: There is tremendous wisdom in not allowing oneself to be consumed by the definition of their role. RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-netsuite/ Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Michiel KolmanLeila is joined by Michiel Kolman, Senior VP Research Networks & Academic Ambassador, Elsevier.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  How Michiel's experiences in the 80s and 90s were influential and impacted on his values and sense of community . ·  How forward thinking Elsevier are as a company, and how they support their employees. · What led to Michiel working with companies to challenge LGBTQ+ workplace practices. ·  Smashing the stigma surrounding LGBTQ+ inclusion within the workplace. ·  Driving the change for companies globally, by using influence to encourage growth and a sense of community. RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONED(2) Michiel Kolman (陳克曼)

Leila is joined by Helen Webb, Chief People and Services Officer, Co-opIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –- Helen’s personal connection to disability with her brother, Derek, who despite his despite his disability is a highly respected Professor of Astrophysics- How this experience has shaped her passion for diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging- Hear about the Coop’s internal colleague network, Represent – a relatively new network but making great progress for employees with disabilities as well as allies- Helen’s thoughts on hybrid working approach and its impact on colleagues with disabilities- Helen’s learnings from her Buddy and Blog she did with a store Manager – Ian Chester – blind store managerContinue the conversation on LinkedIn

Karen WalkerLeila is joined by Karen Walker, Former Fortune 100 Exec, Hyper-growth Tech Advisor, Board Member, Executive Coach, Speaker, Contributor Forbes and Harvard Business Review.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  Karen’s “wow” and fruitful career journey to date.  ·  The importance of diversity of thought. ·  The advice that Karen gives to CEOs and senior leaders on thriving in hyper-growth.· The advice Karen would like to give to her younger self - “….Think bigger, never limit yourself and  take advantages of opportunities. There is a big world out there”. RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDwww.linkedin.com/in/karenwalkerus Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Dr Anino Emuwa, Founder & Director,  Avandis ConsultingIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  Dr Anino’s background and early career from working in finance, banking and her studies at Cambridge University·  Her passion for entrepreneurship, particularly after noticing the gaps in the market for financial help for female owned businesses in Nigeria. ·  You’ll hear how Dr Anino is helping to rectify the gaps in financing by helping women to develop their managerial skills to be successful in business and prepare them for funding·  How we can convert words into action when it comes to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, particularly around gender equality. RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONED- https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-anino-emuwa/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Mark TwiggLeila is joined by Mark Twigg, Executive Director, Cicero/AMO.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  Marks difficult up-bringing and not feeling part of his community. ·  Having an inclusive mindset that was one of the biggest drivers to bring Cicero to life. · How his childhood unknowingly provided him with the skills to do what he does today.  ·  Smashing the stigma surrounding mental health and much more. ·  Transforming the business landscape in a positive way and delivering campaigns in 50+ countries. RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDwww.linkedin.com/in/mark-twigg-3ba9981/ Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones MBELeila is joined by Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones MBE, Author and Founder of 'The Black Farmer’. PART 2, IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –· ‘The Black Farmer’, bringing Wilfred’s dream to life and what the future holds for his business.    · Having faith and courage in your own belief system, in your own purpose. · Wilfred’s love for the human spirit, flamenco, and Morris dancing. · To inspire others, inspire positive change and living life to the fullest.  RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDwww.linkedin.com/in/theblackfarmer/?originalSubdomain=ukContinue the conversation on LinkedIn

Edwin Booth CBE DLLeila is joined by Edwin Booth CBE DL at Chairman & CEO at E.H. Booth & Co ltd.  IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –·  Changes that the supermarket chain Booths made to reconfigure the business and be more reactive through Covid-19.   · Understanding the company’s culture and purpose - people, product, and place. ·  The importance of listening at senior level- being an ‘Owl’ that listens, look, learn, and then simulates the information.  ·  Booths diverse employee portfolio from culture, religion, and value in meeting the needs of all individuals.  RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDwww.linkedin.com/in/edwin-booth-cbe-dl-b25b9b8/ Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones MBELeila is joined by Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones MBE, Author and Founder of 'The Black Farmer’.PART 1, IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –· Why Wilfred puts every success in his life down to guardian angels, understanding the importance and value in humanity.·  Leaving his secondary school in Birmingham with no qualifications to working at the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) for 15 years. ·  Understanding Wilfred’s purpose in life as a pathfinder. ·  Learning more about his book -  "Jeopardy: The Danger of Playing It Safe on the Path to Success" that re-examines the concept of “choice”.  RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDwww.linkedin.com/in/theblackfarmer/?originalSubdomain=ukContinue the conversation on LinkedIn

 Ambily BanerjeeLeila is joined by Ambily Banerjee, Director, Therapeutic Groups, Global Regulatory Affairs at GSK.  IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT -    · Ambily background and how her career was a happy accident. ·Gender equality should encompass all women. ·A common enemy amongst us all is  “bias” and  the solution is “allyship”.· Inclusion dialogues and initiatives leading the way.   RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDwww.linkedin.com/in/ambily-banerjee-85455116/?originalSubdomain=ukContinue the conversation on LinkedIn

Esther Marshall   Leila is joined by Esther Marshall, Founder & Author of 'Sophie Says’.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT    · Esther Marshall’s entrepreneur spirit and corporate background- former Unilever Global Lead for Gender Diversity and Inclusion. · Being a mum, a millennial leader and why it is important to be proactive and not reactive. ·  The inspiration behind her book, “Sophie Says I Can, I Will” and “Sophie Says It's OK Not To Be OK". · Using her privilege to make a difference.   RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONED  www.linkedin.com/in/esther-marshall-648b862a/ Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Paul Graham Leila is joined by Paul Graham – Managing Director at Britvic.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT - Advocacy at a senior level is very important.- How Paul dads' business and hardworking ethos helped shape and rub off on him in his growing career.- Recognising that to be successful is centred on the team around you. - Why diversity and inclusion are important. RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONED www.linkedin.com/in/paul-graham-a646a35/?originalSubdomain=ukContinue the conversation on LinkedIn

Tami ErwinLeila is joined by Tami Erwin - EVP and Chief Executive Officer, Verizon Business.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· How Tami’s upbringing as the daughter of a farmer/doctor gave her a grounding in compassionate leadership· Tami’s career journey to date, which started over 30 years ago at Verizon as a customer service executive and has now seen her rise through the ranks to EVP/CEO level· How conversations around diversity have become much more urgent/needed at board level in recent times· Tami’s thoughts on how to further improve gender diversity and create a working environment more focused on creating a strong sense of belonging and authenticity· The gender equality programme that Verizon has put in place to enable women to further progress their career in sales/senior level rolesRESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tamierwin/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Clive MyrieLeila is joined by Clive Myrie – News Presenter and Correspondent.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT·  What Clive openly acknowledges as a very happy and lucky childhood, during which he attended a grammar school in Bolton after his parents emigrated to the UK from Jamaica·  How Clive moved from studying law at university to a career in journalism·  The ongoing lack of black front-line TV presenters and correspondents in the UK, and how essential it is to improve this level of representation·  Mental health concerns for modern day journalistsRESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDTwitter @CliveMyrieBBChttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clive_MyrieContinue the conversation on LinkedIn