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(they/them) Trish Trish is Events and Operations Director at We Create Space and is consistently motivated by human connection and social impact. They have inadvertently made a career in the world of events as a certified yoga instructor and event producer, with a passion for intimate and engaging personal and professional development experiences. Trish has curated LGBTQ+ wellness retreats, queer community yoga offerings, and worked in the field of social and emotional learning, managing and supporting events to increase learning outcomes, participant engagement, and accessibility. They believe that when we participate in and hold intentional space for ourselves, we naturally create and sustain systems for our own holistic wellness that leads to increased capacity for understanding and uplifting the people around us. Trish Boston Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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/they) Scott Scott is an accomplished diversity and inclusion leader who has been recognized as a Top 10 Diversity Hero at the British LGBT+ Awards . He has also been featured in Vogue and Attitude Magazine , and Highly Commended on the IPA iList for his inspirational inclusivity leadership. As dentsu 's Sustainability Strategy lead for the UK&I, Scott is committed to creating a more equitable and inclusive workplace. He co-founded the Wellbeing Committee and serves on the Steering Committee of dentsu's LGBTQ+ Network, Social Mobility Network, and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council. Scott is also an advocate for neurodiversity and is passionate about intersectionality, psychological safety, and community building. He created Mindfulness Mondays, serves as a Board member of the IPA's Talent Council, and is an Ambassador for the Wellbeing Charity NABS . Scott is well-versed in language and terminology related to diversity and inclusion and can speak on topics such as culture change, trauma, addiction, mental health, and body positivity. Scott Sallée Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Ed Ed's passion for social justice was shaped by growing up in Northern Ireland during the height of the troubles. As a gay Catholic, he experienced first-hand the challenges of inequality, prejudice, and conflict, which drove his commitment to combat these issues. Ed is a cis, white, gay man who is married and has recently adopted his son Ashton. He is the founder and CEO of Inclusion Crowd and the founder of Inclusion Earth , an International Inclusion Think Tank. Ed's commercial background is in transformation and change, which he combines with his expertise in recruitment, hiring, and retention practices to drive authentic, practical, and radical ED&I performance across various sectors. Ed Jervis Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Ahmed Ahmed is an Emmy-nominated journalist, producer and storyteller who is currently working with the BBC . Before that he was a Senior Correspondent with AJ+ and has previously worked for VICE on HBO , Al Jazeera English , The New York Times , The Huffington Post and PBS , and may be best known for creating and co-hosting “The Stream,” an award-winning interactive talk show on AJE and was nominated for an Emmy Award for Most Innovative Program in 2012. In 2012, Ahmed was featured on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list of ‘young disruptors, innovators and media entrepreneurs impatient to change the world’. And i n 2015 and 2016, he was featured on the Arabian Business power list of the planet’s 100 most influential young Arabs. Ahmed is passionate about telling stories that connect people across boundaries and borders that separate them. Ahmed published his first book, 'Demanding Dignity’, in 2013. Ahmed Shihab-Eldin Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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/they) Adam Adam is an enthusiastic Personal Trainer and Yoga Instructor dedicated to helping Queer individuals feel fit and fabulous. His holistic training style incorporates elements of breathwork, nervous system regulation, yoga, deep stretching, and strength training to improve overall quality of life. Adam Lanfear Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Jae Jae is an experienced organisational development consultant, executive coach, writer, and speaker. They specialize in business strategy, performance, inclusion & diversity, leadership and change, having worked for over two decades in a multinational pharma organisation and over five years in education/non-profit community organizations. As an out queer (non-binary, gay) person, Jae has nearly 10 years of leadership in inclusion and diversity with a focus on LGBTQ+ history and identity. They are a Co-Founder and current Co-Chair of the Proud Science Alliance , a collective of healthcare and life sciences sector LGBTQ+ networks and partners. Jae can speak about self-empowerment, culture change, and leadership in various industries. Jae Sloan Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Nancy Nancy is a highly accomplished corporate executive with over 25 years of experience in the field of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging (DEIJB). As a gay female, she has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community and has been a Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer for over 20 years. Nancy is known for her leadership and expertise in creating inclusive workplaces, and she considers herself a change leader in this regard. Throughout her career, Nancy has been a fierce advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, particularly as it relates to patients and healthcare. She is dedicated to ensuring that all individuals receive fair and equal treatment, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Nancy is available to speak on a range of topics, including leadership, workplace allyship, and culture change. Her extensive experience and expertise make her an invaluable resource for organizations looking to improve their DEIJB efforts and create more inclusive environments. Nancy Di Dia Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Zacha Zacha is a Somatic Movement Therapist and Tamalpa Life/Art Process® Practitioner. In search of respite from years of debilitating chronic pain and body dysphoria, Zacha discovered Somatic Movement Therapy to learn more about his body and answer questions doctors and mental health providers could not provide. Profoundly impacted by his professional somatic training and personal healing process, Zacha compiles ten years of somatic research in his teachings to inquire more into where our words do not touch. He facilitates classes and holds one-to-one coaching sessions online that focus on developing body-based self-care routines for LGBTQ+ people. Zacha Belok Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Sally F. Sally is the director of education and wellness at Periferia Cimarronas, an Afrocentric creative space and theater in Barcelona. She is a certified mediation teacher and coach, and an experienced D&I consultant with more than a decade of professional experience in the film industry. Sally supports creatives, leaders and changemakers in crafting bolder and bigger visions for the future and walk the steps to reach them. Sally F. Barleycorn Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Rahim Rahim is a Moroccan gay Refugee living in Wales, who is a playwright, actor, and belly dancer. Upon discovering that he was living with HIV, he became an advocate for eradicating the stigma surrounding HIV. Rahim is passionate about creating safe spaces for the LGBT global majority, as well as for asylum seekers and refugees. He believes in the importance of intersectionality, recognizing the ways in which different forms of oppression intersect to create unique challenges. In addition to his work on HIV and seeking asylum, Rahim is also an activist for sexual health and identity. He believes in the power of storytelling and using his own experiences to create change. Rahim EL Habachi Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Lazarus Lazarus is a celebrated African-American queer chef, entrepreneur, musician, model, actor, filmmaker, writer, and the author of the prominent text, Son of a Southern Chef : Cook with Soul. Lynch received his B.S. from Buffalo State College in Individualized Studies. He is a two-time Chopped champion and the host of Snapchat's first-ever cooking show, Chopped U , and the Food Network digital series Comfort Nation . His food blog was a 2017 Saveur Blog Awards nominee. Lazarus Lynch Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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/dey) Jess Jess Brough is a writer, producer, and academic from South London. Jess is a writer of science fiction and poetry and the Founder and Director of Fringe of Colour – an Edinburgh-based multi-award-winning arts initiative for Black people and People of Colour at arts festivals in Scotland and beyond. Jess completed a PhD in Psychology at the University of Edinburgh, with a thesis on social biases in language production and comprehension, and now lives in Barcelona. Jess Brough Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Simi Simi is a contemporary dancer specialising in body awareness, guiding improvisation, and movements. Artistic and warm-hearted, she combines dance with creativity, and believe everyone has the possibility to be confident and at ease with their body. She offers empowering wellbeing sessions in We Create Space, supporting the community with enhancing body language and awareness. She highlights the connection between physical and mental health, advocating that exercise fosters confidence, attractiveness, and positive body image. Simi Wang Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Jen Jen is a transgender woman from Thailand, a country with high levels of inequality and discrimination against transgender people. She is a former commercial model and an active trans rights activist. She moved to Barcelona in search of a more accepting environment and has since found new opportunities, acceptance, hopefulness and optimism about the future. Jen is a strong advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community and believes that our community is strongest when we embrace diversity to its fullest. Jen Keawphaisan Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Alex Alex is an out lesbian, British Indian Actress (Chloe, Ackley Bridge, Eastenders) and Entrepreneur. She is cofounder of House of Pride , a platform for queer female and non-binary people which builds LGBT+ lifestyle spaces and initiatives around the world to celebrate queer excellence, helping the community grow personally, professionally, and creatively. She is also cofounder of SHADES , bringing the South Asian creative community together. Alex has a background in Financial Services and Technology. Her current role is Head of Programs at the mentoring and leadership company, WERKIN . In 2021 she was recognised as one of INvolve's Top 100 LGBT+ Future Leaders, and DIVA 's Visible 100, Top 10 LGBTQ+ Women in Tech. Alex D'Sa Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Lotus Lotus is on a life long mission to create environments and systems where underrepresented groups can equally learn, grow and thrive. After graduating her M.Sc . in Business Psychology Lotus has leveraged her skills to do good by joining or founding the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Teams at the HeadQuarters of different Tech Companies in London, Barcelona. She is now CEO & Founder of The INK - DEI Agency, supporting companies globally to build a permanent inclusive and equitable workplace - like INK on paper. Lotus Smits Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Tash Tash is a leading Inclusion and Diversity Consultant, presenter, speaker, and LGBTQ+ Activist who is driving the conversation forward. As a Black queer woman, Tash leverages her lived experience and identity to champion diversity and inclusion in both society and the workplace. She provides invaluable insight into dismantling barriers associated with diversity, ensuring that opportunities are accessible with equity, not just in the workplace, but also in our communities, both locally and globally. Tash is an expert on a variety of topics, including Anti-Racism, Language & Terminology, Leadership, Workplace Allyship, Intersectionality, LGBTQ+ History, LGBTQ+ Discrimination, Identity, and Culture Change. She is passionate about sharing her expertise on these topics and empowering others to create meaningful change. Tash Koster-Thomas Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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/they) Calvin Calvin, a native of Bermuda, has dedicated his career to promoting health and mental wellness within marginalized communities. Since relocating to the U.K., Calvin has worked as a support worker, health advisor, and sexual violence advocate, gaining invaluable insights into the ways society impacts the most vulnerable and marginalized populations within the healthcare and justice systems. Calvin's passion for Intersectionality is fueled by his own identity as a Black, gay male with learning difficulties. Drawing on his own experiences of both privilege and oppression, Calvin strives to create a more just and equitable society. His work in health and social care is a testament to his commitment to empowering and advocating for those who have been historically underserved and overlooked. Calvin Stovell Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Taz Taz is a bisexual woman of Bangladeshi Muslim heritage. She is former Director of Volunteering and Youth Programmes at an LGBTQ+ charity, where she ran programmes in universities and small charities, facilitating reforms by and for LGBTQ+ people and others. She has written about educational equality for The Guardian, and intersectional LGBTQ+ themes for Gay Times and DIVA. Taz runs inclusion experimental initiatives and training for UK small businesses and community organisations, at Inclusion Projects by Taz. She is interested in gender, race, power, and how change happens. Taz Rasul Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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) Radam Radam is a multi-disciplinary artist of Indonesian origin, whose work focuses on empowering QTIPOC communities. Their work has been published internationally, including features in VICE , Vogue Italia , Gal-dem , Gay Times , and King Kong Magazine . As a queer non-binary artist, Radam is passionate about creating art that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity. They are an expert speaker on topics such as the importance of representation in art, decolonizing artistic spaces, and empowering marginalized communities through art. Radam's creative expression and advocacy have made a significant impact in the world of art and beyond. They believe that being a work-in-progress is a beautiful journey, and they hope to inspire others to embrace their own unique paths in life. Radam Ridwan Looking for a Guest Speake r ? Get in touch Our Recent Articles... Queer Women In Business Meet Up 24.04.24 Post not marked as liked Creating Space for Queer Women. Post not marked as liked Lesbian Visibility: Inclusion for Families Like Ours. Post not marked as liked 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