Empowering Future Leaders - A Call for Diversity in Leadership
In the contemporary business landscape, diversity in leadership has transcended the realms of buzzwords, evolving into a strategic imperative underpinned by compelling evidence. However, despite these compelling statistics, there remains a significant disparity concerning Black individuals holding leadership positions across diverse industries.
Championing Diversity Through Dialogue
At C-Inclusively, we firmly believe in the power of dialogue to pave the way for transformative change. With an unwavering commitment to empower future Black leaders and foster diversity in leadership roles, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our Black History Month Interview Series. This series aims to spotlight extraordinary leaders who are dismantling barriers and reshaping the very fabric of the leadership landscape.
Meet Our Trailblazing Leaders:
Edwin Elder - Head of Delivery, Aldermore Bank and Board Trustee – A seasoned Change Delivery professional with 30+ years of experience in strategic change, IT transformations, and consulting for multinational clients in financial services and pharmaceuticals. He specialises in complex change programs, and fosters high-performing teams and is committed to leadership development and charitable initiatives.
Leonie Huie - Educator & Author - Specialised in 1:1 self-development coaching for women in business, she provides individual and group coaching in workplace settings, offers school governance support, serves as a guest speaker in education and business, and conducts mindfulness sessions to enhance mental health and wellbeing in private, small group, and workplace settings.
Dany Dubard - Holistic Coach - she is passionate about focusing on end results, teaching creative processes, empowering individuals and teams to transform and reach their full potential by enhancing confidence, communication skills, and goal achievement, all while simplifying the journey to success.
Sly Augustin - Owner of Trailer Happiness & Portobello 117 - a Notting Hill native and a leading rum aficionado in London, he transformed Trailer Happiness into an award-winning establishment, earning accolades such as 'Rum Champion of the Year 2018' and 'Best Individual Bar', securing prestigious honours like Imbibe’s 'Rum list of the year' and 'Best International High Volume Cocktail Bar' at Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans.
In these exclusive interviews, our distinguished leaders will graciously share their unique journeys, profound insights, and invaluable advice for aspiring leaders within their organisations. Through these conversations, they will explore the profound significance of being Black leaders in their respective industries. They will delve into how their racial and ethnic backgrounds have not only shaped their professional trajectories but have also profoundly influenced their personal growth.
Beyond Words, Into Action
Our mission doesn’t end with these interviews; it begins a vital conversation. Diverse leadership isn't just beneficial; it's essential. McKinsey's research proves that diverse teams fuel creativity, innovation, and financial success. We invite you to join us in October to explore the powerful link between diversity, leadership, and triumph.
Join the Movement
Stay tuned for our impactful interviews and thought-provoking articles. Let's together pave the way for a future where diversity isn't a checkbox, but a fundamental and celebrated aspect of leadership excellence. Join us in shaping this inclusive future.
Take a look at our Black History Month resource page for more information on the interview series and useful toolkits so we can all begin empowering future leaders.
Also check out our last article on Empowering Black Leaders and Diversifying the Talent Pool.