Diverse & Inclusive Leaders

Today Leila is joined by Magda N Yrizarry, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer SVP - Global DEI & Employee Engagement at VerizonLEARN MORE ABOUT:Magda Yrizarry has been a force for change at Verizon for over three decades. As the Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, she is tasked with developing strategies and programs that infuse greater equity to ensure that all employees have equal access and opportunity to advance and thrive in their careers. Core to her role as Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, Magda helps to ensure Verizon’s DE&I strategies care for all four stakeholders — employees, customers, society and shareholders. -  Magda has been twice recognized as one of the 50 Most Powerful Latinas in America by the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA), named to People en Español's 25 Most Powerful Women, a Top Executive in Corporate Diversity by Black Enterprise-  Magda is an ardent champion of increasing the presenc

Leila is joined by Marcia Brissett-Baily, Speaker, Writer & Top 50 Neurodiversity Women 2022TODAY YOU WILL LEARN MORE ABOUT:- Marcia's early experiences and the teachings from her grandma that she "will have to work twice as hard as a young black girl" as doors close due to your colour and your ethnicity.- Intersectionality and what it means to Marcia and how that has developed and interwoven throughout her education and career.- The sense of belonging and why that is important. How it is about more than just being diverse and inclusive. - How Marcia empowers others through the work she does. How she empowers others to find their voice and not to be invisible. FURTHER RESOURCES:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcia-brissett-bailey-bsc-pg-dip-qcg-ma-ipsea-6315a2b8/edInContinue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Ewen MacPherson, Group Chief People Officer at Havas UKTODAY YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT:- Ewen's background and how he went from studying Marine & Environmental Sciences, to his current role at Havas UK- He is a firm believer in  'follow your nose' and see where opportunity takes you- Is D&I a HR role? How the role of HR changed and evolved- Being action driven, have impactful targets and have D&I specific KPIs to drive that change- How Havas UK have expanded their champion networks and tailor their strategies- It takes a village to build a village- ERGs and how they are organised within Havas and their wider communityFURTHER RESOURCES:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewen-macpherson-5037b914/dInContinue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Christ Hirst, Global CEO at Havas CreativeLEARN MORE ABOUT:- Chris Hirst is a change agent, widely recognized as an innovative and inspirational leader. - While studying at Harvard Business School, Chris developed his now-proven approach to leadership. He believes in the principles of an open culture – where people are given permission to take risks and make mistakes. He is actively engaged in broadening the appeal of the advertising industry and sees diversity and social mobility as key factors in the future health of the creative industries.- His first book, No Bullshit Leadership - Why the world needs more everyday leaders and why that leader is you, is published through Profile Books on 2nd May 2019.- Named in 2018's Evening Standard Power 1000 list, Chris is a regular commentator in national press including BBC News, The Politics Show, Evening Standard, CNBC, Financial Times and Sky News. -  “Leadership is always the problem and leadership is always the solution!”FURTHER RESOURCES

Leila is joined by Rachel Watkyn, Managing Director, Tiny Box Company LimitedLEARN MORE ABOUT:- Rachel's aim to inspire future entrepreneurs - The Circular Economy - what is it?- Her award winning business and what drives Rachel to grow and succeed- The work she does in other countries, and how she works in an environmentally friendly way as much as possible- Thinking about the impact of your decisions - how does it impact society/the community?- The role of a 'non-confirmist' within business and D&IRESOURCES:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-watkyn-a1296915/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Darion Cranfield, Director of Retail Program Management, & Chair of the African-American Leadership BRG at WalgreensTODAY YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT:- Darion's personal and professional journey. Coming from a single parent family in Chicago, where there was a lack of role models so he had to find his own way, to becoming a parent when he was 20 years old and how that shaped his professional development.- How Darion wants to enable others to be leaders, give them their chance to shine. Have real models as role models within society as well as the business.- How the BRGs at Walgreens are more than just a 'group'. They connect the business to the employees and work with them for equity and to give them a voice.- Belonging is a state of mind, its a foundational element and once you have a sense of belonging internally, others externally can start to see it.- Walgreens internship programs and how they encourage diverse applicants and put some intention behind the effort. - Darion at

Leila is joined by Rita Clifton CBE, Chair of Forum for the FutureTODAY YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT:- role modelling, mentors, allies and representation and how they impact on an individual- reflections on the current climate and how Zelensky is an amazing example of a role model and a leader- how individuals should be using their leadership role to support, influence and encourage others and give them the opportunity for career progression- You shouldn't have to 'fake it until you make it', you should be valued at every level- Self ID - why you should be yourself, show your feelings and your emotions, be human- Imposter syndrome and how it can negatively affect individuals throughout their careerOTHER RESOURCES:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritaclifton/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Miranda Wayland, Head of Creative and Workforce for Diversity and inclusion, BBCTODAY YOU WILL LEARN:- About Miranda's background and the discriminations she faced in different areas of her life- Her love for television, and how being a parent helped her to see television from a new perspective- Your networks and the influence they have over you and your journey- How she is leading diversity and inclusion across the BBC - Social mobility, disability and her intersectional journey- Role modelling, real models and how what we see on our screen influences different generationsOTHER RESOURCES:https://www.linkedin.com/in/miranda-wayland-25b2a113/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Rose Marley, CEO at Co-Operatives UKToday you will learn more about:- With a background in creative industries, technology, the gig economy and entrepreneurship, Rose is a passionate advocate for social enterprise and values-led business.- She founded Manchester-based social enterprise SharpFutures, which supports diverse, young talent into creative, digital and tech industries, and led a pilot campaign improving local travel opportunities and raising aspiration for young people in Manchester.- Self-employed from a young age, she cut her teeth in the music business in the era known as ‘Madchester’ before turning her hand to social enterprise and event producing.- Rose is renowned for her ability to galvanise community action, leading Manchester City Council’s response to the Manchester arena attack. Manchester Together was a global broadcast of choirs singing from the steps of the town hall in the first anniversary of the atrocity.- Since joining Co-operatives UK as Chief Executive in Janua

Today Leila is joined by Sarah Noble, Director, Supply Chain Transformation at Deloitte Consulting & Founder of Women at the Wheel.THINGS YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT:Sarah is the founder and leader of Women at the Wheel, a collaborative network dedicated to inspiring and strengthening women to develop their careers and drive positive change across the automotive industry. More than 1,000 individual members across the industry at the end of 2021.Sarah was named one the Top 100 Women Future Leaders 2020 by Involve (global network championing diversity and inclusion in business), the list showcases leaders who are championing women in business and driving change for gender diversity in the workplace.Authentic leadership - it’s about integrity and making the hard choices to do what’s right and not what’s easiest. A a huge believer in the Amy Pascal quote, “Work will take everything you give it. It’s up to you to work out what you want to give it.” Setting boundaries.OTHER RESOURCEShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahen

Today Leila is joined by Neha Mittal, Research Director at Ipsos & Co-Lead of the Gender Balance Network.THINGS YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT:How Neha is fighting battles to make the world a better place for future generationsNeha has worked around the globe, and brings those experiences to her working rolesHow Neha feels privileged to have been raised by parents who did not follow the embedded cultural norms, who let her choose her own study options, and her own life partnerWhy Neha feels ERGs are a vital part of every businessHow intersectionality is embedded across all the work Neha doesFURTHER INFORMATION:https://www.linkedin.com/in/neha-mittal-2738a921a/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Winnie Annan-Forson, Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion UK, Europe & Middle East at Barclays.YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT:*Winnie's inspiring D&I journey, and how she founded a millennials network which went global and inspired others to form network groups.* How Winnie's self identity and sense of belonging has driven her positive change.* Winnie wants to leave the world a better place, for her children and future generations.*The impact that the standard of 'beauty' has on individuals from a very early age, and that standard of beauty isn't always inclusive of diversity.* The lack of diversity across leadership roles and how there needs to be more intersectionality and inclusion at all levels.MORE INFORMATION/RESOURCES:https://www.linkedin.com/in/winnie-annan-forson-b267a131/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Matt Tudball, Senior Editor, Recycling at ICIS IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT   * Matt's journey with ICIS and how he founded the Proud RSG at ICIS* How the RSGs started off as almost a 'hobby' alongside his job role and has evolved into an essential part of the company* The values of peer to peer learning, and the benefits it brings to employees on all levels* Courageous Conversations - and the positive impacts they have been having across the entire company * Keep talking - through the ICIS allyship programmes  RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matttudball/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Helen Ouseley, Global head of Diversity & Inclusion at Freshfields Bruckhaus. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT   * Helen's journey through D&I and why she is so passionate about driving change.* Why the concepts of diversity and inclusion are vital to future generations, and how their high expectations and demand for change have helped accelerate the changes.* Parenthood whilst working within a corporate environment.* Intersectionality within companies, and the impact of ESG.* What gets measured get done - the importance and power of tracking and reporting data with transparency.  RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-ouseley-03104457/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Shirine Khoury-Haq, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Life Services at Co-Op IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT   * Shirine's multi cultural childhood, before studying her degree in Australia, then moving to America once newly qualified in Finance.* Shirine's early career progression, whilst studying further to get her MBA. * How her name once being married impacted on her career progression.* An insight to her fertility treatment journey and juggling that whilst in a corporate world.* Parenthood through the ages whilst working and how parenthood is judged within the workplace.  RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONEDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shirine-khoury-haq-92b5a11/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Vivian Ayuso-Sánchez, Sr. Manager Diversity Networks & Programs at Walgreens Happy Thanksgiving!IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –Vivian’s personal journey and how her interest in D&I came aboutHow proud Walgreens are of their disability programmesHow committed Vivian  is to the concept of D&I and more her work with DisabilityINThat who we are, our culture, our background all bring richness and value to relationships and to the workplaceRESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONED – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayuso/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Celia Liu, CEO Strategic Transformation at ISS A/S & Regional CFAIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –- Celia's socioeconomic background and her journey to working in Asia- The 'Yes' mindset to trying new things- It's good to be different and represent something- However, Celie doesn't want her differences to be the reason you employ her - employ the best individual for the role based on skills and experience, not to tick boxes- What Celia believes is authentic leadershipRESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONED -https://www.linkedin.com/in/celialiu/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Yasmin Benoit, Award Winning ASexual Activist, British Model & Creator of #ThisIsWhatASexualLooksLike IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –- Yasmin's journey of self discovery and 'coming out' as asexual- Yasmin's role as an activist for supporting asexuality and raising awareness- What is asexuality?- How you express yourself is not representative of your sexual orientation. Yasmin models lingerie but does not associate it with being sexual- The evolution of the stereotypical 'beautiful'- Yasmin's work with Stonewall and driving change as The Equality Act did not include asexualityRESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONED -@theyasminbenoitwww.yasminbenoit.co.ukContinue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Munnawar Chishty, Global VP & Marketing Director, Beauty Care and Skin Health at Walgreens Boots AllianceIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –- Munnawar's personal journey and how it's shaped her current roles- Munnawar's family culture and how growing up with a positive, driven family has been influential to her achievements- How D&I shouldn't just be a tick box exercise, but should be in the heart of every brand- The impact of imposter syndrome within the corporate world- Munnawar is a DEI champion, personally and in her working roles RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONED -https://www.linkedin.com/in/munnawar-chishty-4073694/Continue the conversation on LinkedIn

Leila is joined by Fiona McDonnell, Author of Two Mirrors and a Cheetah.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT –- Fiona's journey and experiences that led to her current role, including her experiences of DEI roles.- Fiona's passion for diversity and driving change.- What led to Fiona writing Two Mirrors and a Cheetah.- The metaphors used in the book and the journey of self discovery. - What does an individual class as 'success'? RESOURCES & INFORMATION MENTIONED -https://www.linkedin.com/in/fionamcdonnell/www.fionamcdonnell.com/authorhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/1739926307Continue the conversation on LinkedIn