Verna Myers – As the Vice President of Inclusion Strategy at Netflix, Myers emphasizes moving “diversity & inclusion” beyond buzzwords. With her famous saying, “Diversity is being invited to the party. Inclusion is being asked to dance,” she pinpoints the difference between mere representation and true belonging.
Renée E. Tirado – The former Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer of Major League Baseball, Tirado now advises organizations worldwide. With her multifaceted approach, she tackles systemic issues and fosters environments that celebrate differences.
Dr. Tony Byers – The author of “The Multiplier Effect of Inclusion,” Dr. Byers believes in harnessing the power of diverse teams to innovate and outperform. His methodologies focus on changing corporate structures and mindsets.
Jennifer Brown – An award-winning entrepreneur and speaker, Brown advocates for the transformative power of inclusivity in workplaces. Her firm, Jennifer Brown Consulting, has worked with top global brands to integrate diversity and inclusion (D&I) at every corporate level.
Bernard Coleman III – Coleman, who was Uber’s Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion, leverages data-driven strategies to create inclusive environments. With expertise in both political campaigns and tech environments, his approach to D&I is both holistic and innovative.
Daisy Auger-Domínguez – Having led D&I at major companies like Google, Viacom, and The Walt Disney Company, Auger-Domínguez is a powerhouse in the D&I space. Her consulting firm, Auger-Domínguez Ventures, reimagines workplaces that reflect and resonate with the world around us.
Aubrey Blanche – Known as the “Mathpath,” Blanche is an Atlassian Global Head of Diversity & Belonging. Her radical, data-driven approach to D&I helps identify barriers and transform company cultures.
Stacey A. Gordon – Founder and CEO of Rework Work, Gordon’s unique approach tackles unconscious bias head-on. She’s not just focused on training but on actionable results, creating more equitable workplaces.
Kimberlé Crenshaw – An icon in the field, Crenshaw coined the term “intersectionality.” While not strictly a D&I consultant, her work is foundational. She delves deep into how race, class, gender, and other identity markers intersect, greatly influencing the D&I world.
Sheree Atcheson – Listed as one of the UK’s Top Most Influential Women in Tech, Atcheson champions D&I in the tech industry and beyond. Her role at Deloitte and her advocacy for women in tech make her a powerful voice for inclusivity.
