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(he/him) Lazarus Lazarus is a pioneer and renaissance man from New York City who won the hit game show Chopped twice. He is a chef, psychotherapist, social worker, and author of the Amazon Editor's Pick cookbook Son of a Southern Chef: Cook with Soul. He was the first Black and queer chef to attend and cook for the Met Gala in 2021. His writings and culinary wisdom are featured in prestigious publications, including Vogue, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Forbes. As a gifted keynote and motivational speaker, Lazarus has facilitated national and international dialogues at universities, community organizations, and the White House. Lazarus’ natural ability to make people feel valued, seen, and heard led him to become a social worker and psychotherapist. Today, Lazarus supports individuals and families weekly with the tools to improve their mental health and relationships. Lazarus received his master’s in social work (MSW) from Columbia University. Lazarus Lynch Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

(they/them) River River is a changemaker and storyteller whose research, speaking, writing, and performance reimagine the margins as sites of possibility, honoring both tradition and innovation. They have spoken on themes of identity and inclusion at prestigious universities such as Chicago, Kansas, Pennsylvania, and Michigan, as well as the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning. Their latest poetry collection, HAMPI, explores their reconnection to the Andean cosmovision. River is a passionate advocate against racism and LGBTQIA2S+ discrimination. With a strong commitment to community care, River inspires and uplifts those around them, and continues to make a meaningful impact in the world. River is proudly Ecuadorian-American, qhariwarmi, and disabled. They are based in Orlando, Florida. River Coello Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

(he/him) Christopher Christopher is the Chairman and Founder of Brand Advance Group and CEO (North America). As a top 100 company in Startups.co.uk for three years in a row, Christopher connects brands with diverse audiences globally, through Insights, Media and Creative. His company was awarded the title of "Campaign 2021 - Media Business of the Year" and " The DRUM - Diversity & Inclusion Company of the Year 2021." In addition to his work in media and advertising, Christopher is also a director at UK Conscious Advertising Network (CAN) and the US country lead for (CAN). As a mixed-race, out gay father, he is a strong advocate for diversity and representation within media and advertising. Christopher also serves on the advisory boards for ITV, WFA, TikTok, London MetPolice, a nd the V&A Museums. As a thought leader in his industry, Christopher can speak about various topics, including leadership, intersectionality, culture change, community building, activism, and parenting. Christopher Kenna Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

(they/them) MK MK, a marketing executive and public speaker, is dedicated to bringing authenticity and empathy into organizations around the world. With over a decade of experience in building and leading organizations, they empower others to realize their full potential. MK is also a strong advocate for intersectionality and neurodiversity, and is passionate about raising awareness about addiction. When they're not working, MK can be found enjoying beachside adventures with their wife and two dogs. MK Getler-Porizkova Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

Positionality Refers to the location of a person in the organisational structure of an institution. It considers what authority a person has, to whom they report and who reports to them, what power others have in relationship to the person and what power the person has in relationship to others. < Back to Glossary

(they/them) Iesha Iesha is a dynamic speaker, creative thinker, and passionate advocate for body positivity and LGBTQ+ rights. Iesha challenges societal norms through conversation and sharing their story, advocating for more representation of black queer non-binary bodies. Iesha is deeply committed to community and connection, believing that reimagining the world requires a collaborative effort. In addition to their advocacy work, Iesha speaks on topics such as anti-racism, LGBTQ+ discrimination, trauma, and identity. Iesha Palmer Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

Bigender Denoting or relating to a person whose sense of personal identity encompasses two genders. < Back to Glossary

(they/them) Bex Bex is a trans non binary photographer based in London. For almost two decades, their work has documented queer lives in all their power and complexity. Bex began their career as a self-taught photographer documenting the clubs and parties of the LGBTQIA+ scenes in the UK and New York, before moving from the club into the street, documenting Pride and protest worldwide. In recent years, Bex has gravitated towards overlooked queer stories, refocusing on those minoritised within the LGBTQIA+ community. With a special focus on the trans community, Bex is one of the foremost documenters of the trans experience in the UK. Bex’s work worked for clients such as VICE, British Vogue, The New York, Minority Rights Group International, the UN, Dr Martens, Google and Getty. Most recently their work has been acquired by the Victoria & Albert Museum and multiple works will now reside in their extensive photography collections in addition to being exhibited permanently in the Young V&A. Bex Wade Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

Archetype A statement, pattern of behaviour, or model which others then replicate or emulate going forward. The archetype has become recognisable or quintessential as a standard of the type in society over generations of human culture - specifically for the LGBTQIA community, this manifests itself in types of people or crowds in the community - who have similar body types, interests or display similar behaviours. < Back to Glossary

Imposter Syndrome Imposter syndrome is loosely defined as doubting your abilities and feeling like a fraud. It disproportionately affects high-achieving people, who find it difficult to accept their accomplishments. Many question whether they're deserving of accolades. This feeling is compounded when someone belongs to a marginalised community. < Back to Glossary

(they/he) Max Max is the Director of Trans& and a content creator. After spending years in partnerships and marketing, Max began sharing his own story of gender transition on social media and as a public speaker, aiming to cut through the misinformation and misunderstandings around Trans and LGBTQ+ people. Today he speaks and consults for organisations all over the world to help them better understand, support and celebrate LGBTQ+ team members and customers. As well as discussing the importance of recognising and supporting the growing number of LGBTQ+ people in the workforce today, Max also covers the real business value of inclusion both internally and externally. As well as LGBTQ+ topics, Max also speaks and consults on neurodiversity, content creation, sobriety and online abuse. Max Siegel Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

(they/them) Shiva Shiva is a non-binary filmmaker and performance artist, who is dedicated to telling intersectional, gender-expansive stories with a focus on social justice and universal hope. Their work has garnered critical acclaim, including being a semi-finalist on Britain’s Got Talent , and receiving the inaugural Netflix Documentary Talent Fund , as well as TogetherTV 's 'Diverse Film Fund' . Their films, such as 'Peach Paradise' , 'Queer Parivaar' , and 'Always, Asifa' center on the narratives of LGBTQIA+ British Asians in ways that challenge stereotypical, mainstream representation. Aside from their successful filmmaking career, Shiva also freelances as a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant within the wider creative industries. They have worked with prestigious organizations like BAFTA , BFI , and VIACOM/CBS , to name a few. Shiva is passionate about using their platform to uplift and amplify underrepresented voices in media and storytelling. In addition to their film and consulting work, Shiva is an advocate for several social justice topics. They can speak about anti-racism, LGBTQ+ discrimination, identity, self-empowerment, culture change, community building, and more. Shiva Raichandani Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

(they/them) Ambra Ambra is a non-binary, neurodivergent life coach and tarot reader supporting activists and change-makers’ to prioritise their wellbeing. They support organisations in building cultures of collective care through wellbeing workshops, organisational strategies, and person-centred team coaching. They're also a LGBTQ+ rights advocate with over a decade of experience in human rights campaigning and artivism, with a passion for creating and nurturing inclusive, accessible spaces. Ambra is a knowledgeable speaker on topics related to identity, neurodiversity, self-empowerment, and community building. Ambra Venturini Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

(she/her) Shimar Shimar, a philosophy graduate from the Philippines, made the pivotal decision to move to Barcelona to further her studies. This move enabled her to fully embrace her identity as a proud transgender woman and live more authentically. With a solid background in HR, Shimar now serves as an HR Business Partner for one of the largest cruise ship companies, where she takes pride in supporting and empowering others. In her free time, she enjoys reading, art, photography, exploring different cuisines, attending events, and socializing. Shimar Guyo Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

(ze/zir) Kanndiss Kanndiss is a leader, entrepreneur, and disability rights advocate. As the Founder of NBE FITNESS CIC , ze is dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for people living with chronic illness and disabilities. Kanndiss has developed a unique hybrid platform that brings people together for social activities, reducing isolation and preventing preventable health conditions. In addition, ze is a Data Manager and System Operation lead for organizations across the UK, where ze develops systems to improve their accessibility and retention of internal and external clients. Ze is also an expert in the procurement of software and hardware and ensures that systems are kept regulated. Kanndiss is a strong voice for intersectionality and advocates for anti-racism, neurodiversity, body positivity, and culture change. Kanndiss is also an experienced speaker on topics related to mental health, disability, and well-being, sharing zir knowledge and experience to inspire and empower others. Kanndiss Riley Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

(he/him) Gatonga Gatonga is a Black, African, gay man originally from Kenya, now based in London. Professionally, he has over 20 years in change management and people transformation, working today in the field of Data Science, insights and analytics as a Programme Manager at Diageo . Gatonga spent much of his life growing up in Nairobi (Kenya) hiding the parts of his identity relating to his sexuality and avoiding the queer community at all costs. Now he wants to play a part in the healing and self-acceptance of the community; helping LGBTQ+ individuals live better, more elevated and quality lives through self-love, self-knowledge, and self-care. He is a leader in his company’s LGBTQ+ employee resource group dubbed Rainbow Network, as well as a founding member of the Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage employee resource group that focusses on racial equity and celebration of all cultures. Gatonga Theuri Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

(she/her) Temi Temi is an Events and Project Coordinator at We Create Space . She is an events professional and has been working in different industries over the past 10 years. She also has a passion for TV/Film as a critic and content creator. Working with WCS allows Temi to support a company that aligns with her values and speaks out for marginalised communities. Temi Ayorinde Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

Power We all hold certain types of power over others based on our privileges and achievements. It's important that we consider the power we hold and think critically about the ways we are using it. You can harness your power to uplift others. See: Privilege and Allyship. < Back to Glossary

(he/him) Dr Jack Jack is a renowned social justice scholar and public speaker, whose expertise in personhood, identity and conflict resolution is highly regarded. Jack has an impressive track record of spearheading organizational change-making projects for over a decade across public and private sectors. He is an academic expert for the health strategy board for Trans Actual UK and a trustee for Not A Phase a trans-led, grassroots charity committed to uplifting and improving the lives of trans+ adults. With his extensive knowledge and experience, Jack can speak on a range of topics, including LGBTQ+ history and discrimination, HIV, intersectionality, workplace allyship, culture change, community building, parenting, sexual health, recruitment, language and terminology. Jack López Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us

(they/them) David David is a queer, neurodivergent, PTSD survivor free spirit who was born in India and loves to challenge conservative traditonalism. They are passionate about mental health advocacy and LGBTQIA+ inclusion. Through sharing their story, getting involved in ERG groups and reframing company policies they hope to create a more inclusive, equitable and diverse environment. David is available to speak on topics including Anti-Racism, Leadership, Workplace Allyship, Intersectionality, LGBTQ+ Discrimination, Mental Health, Wellbeing, Identity, Neurodiversity, Body Positivity, Self-empowerment, Trauma and Sexual Health. David Nath Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... DEI Trends in 2025: Practitioner Wellbeing and Career Sustainability. UNLOCK | Queer Leadership 101 with Pius Kennedy Harnessing Queer Joy as an Act of Resistance. Create Space for Change. We work with 100+ Businesses, ERGs and Change-Leaders providing bespoke DEI solutions. Through consultancy we design shared learning experiences, produce insights and craft content that support individuals with strengthening their roles as change-agents within their communities and organisations. Discover our bespoke corporate solutions... Work with us