"As an Employment partner, diversity & inclusion has always been a passion."
With an increased focus on ESG, we’ve seen D&I starting to make the board minutes, and that’s exciting. As a parent of a neurodiverse child, the right for all to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be valued for their own unique contribution provides even more motivation to be part of making a difference.
I’m a diversity and inclusion expert. I help organisations review their culture to identify where they can make a real difference to reflect their customers and employees, as well as developing and delivering a short and long-term strategy.
"I love acting for the waste management and renewable energy sectors and seeing how they evolve over time."
I'm passionate about bringing positive outcomes for the businesses I advise, and for the environment. I share best practices amongst clients and my professional network.
Through collaboration, I can help drive positive change and encourage businesses to take responsibility in meeting their ongoing environmental needs.
"I dislike waste. Not only food, clothes and resources, but also talent and opportunities."
To build a strong culture, it’s critical that businesses ensure diversity of thought. This means an engaged and accountable culture where a person (regardless of background and qualification) is recognised for the skills they bring to the table.
Sustainability in business is about making a difference beyond short-term interests to build a better and fairer world for our people and our planet with our finite level of resources.
It doesn’t mean that businesses shouldn't generate profit (far from it) but it’s long-term value generation that'll make the difference and that comes from taking responsibility.
When asked why this is important, this brings to mind a quote from my favourite film: “There's a storm coming… batten down the hatches, because when it hits, you're all gonna wonder how you ever thought you could live so large and leave so little for the rest of us.” This encapsulates the importance of businesses leading the way and collaborating to make a difference for all.