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(he/him) Logal Logal is a multi-talented artist and activist who uses his platform to amplify marginalized voices and stories. Born in war-torn Syria to an Assyrian family, he was forced to flee his homeland and navigate a perilous journey to Sweden. Throughout his journey, Logal remained steadfast in his commitment to social justice, using his voice to advocate for the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals in the Middle East and refugees seeking asylum in Sweden. In addition to his activism, Logal is also a gifted singer-songwriter and writer, using his art to explore themes of identity and intersectionality. He draws upon his personal experiences to create music and literature that speaks to the struggles and triumphs of marginalized communities. Logal is a dynamic speaker and is available to speak on a range of topics, including intersectionality, LGBTQ+ discrimination, identity, and activism. Logal Kako 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) Kathryn Kathryn is an anthropologist, writer, trainer/facilitator and researcher, who has taught and conducted fieldwork in India, Spain, Italy, the UK and Brazil. She is a gender and LGBTQ equality trainer, with expertise in bystander intervention to prevent sexual and anti-LGBTQ harassment; affirmative action policy; the use of language; and creating safe, LGBTQ affirmative spaces in the workplace and in schools/universities. Kathryn is a feminist activist, passionate about combatting period poverty and helping queer refugees integrate into society. She is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, and English. Kathryn Lum 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) Geffrye Geff is the Founder and CEO, also known as the 'Chief Empathy Officer', of The Inclusion Imperative . The company is a best-practice consultancy that specializes in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) and helps commercial organizations utilize the power of inclusion as a key strategy for wellbeing, organizational learning, and superior business outcomes. Geff is a thought leader and a driving force behind positive change in the DEIB space. Although he specializes in LGBTQ+ inclusion, he also heavily focuses on its intersectionality with other marginalized characteristics to promote a holistic approach to inclusion. By challenging received wisdoms and practices, he facilitates culture shift, and encourages business learning through leadership, authenticity, empathy, psychological safety, intersectionality, allyship, conscious inclusion, bias management, and imposter syndrome in the workplace. Geffrye Parsons 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) River River is a changemaker and storyteller whose writing, speaking, and performance art challenge traditional narratives and celebrate the power of innovation. River is proudly Ecuadorian-American, two-spirit, and disabled. With a focus on inclusion, River has spoken on themes of intersectionality and disability at prestigious universities such as Chicago, Kansas, Pennsylvania, and Michigan, as well as the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning. Their forthcoming poetry collection, HAMPI, reflects their Ecuadorian-American heritage and their deep connection to Pachamama, their Manteño and Inca ancestors and teachers. River is a passionate advocate against racism and LGBTQIA2S+ discrimination. Through their writing and performance art, River creates a space for individuals to share their stories and reimagine the margins as sites of possibility. With a strong commitment to community care, River inspires and uplifts those around them, and continues to make a meaningful impact in the world. They are based out of Greater Orlando, Florida. River Coello 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) Yasmin Yasmin, a British model, asexual activist, writer, and speaker, is a leading voice for the asexual community. After coming out publicly in 2017, she quickly gained recognition as the "unlikely face of asexuality" by Cosmopolitan Magazine . Yasmin founded the #ThisIsWhatAsexualLooksLike movement to increase diverse asexual visibility and representation and co-founded International Asexuality Day on April 6. Her unconventional approach to activism has been covered by various British and international media outlets, including Vogue, MTV, Sky News, Paper Magazine, Attitude Magazine, and the BBC . In 2022, she collaborated with Stonewall to launch the Stonewall x Yasmin Benoit Ace Project , the UK's first asexual rights initiative. Yasmin's tireless work as an asexual activist earned her the 'Campaigner of the Year' award at the Rainbow Honours Awards . She is available to speak on topics such as asexuality, diversity and representation in media, and LGBTQ+ activism. Yasmin Benoit 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

(no pronouns) Sakeema Sakeema is a model, activist and dancer. As a committed campaigner for Black Lives Matter and trans rights, Sakeema has participated in many campaigns for fashion and commercial clients seeking to stand by their work for improvement. Also, an inspirational dancer and part of the London Ballroom scene, Sakeema uses her platform as a model and performer to not only express them-self creatively but ensure the conversations they are passionate about are being heard. Sakeema Peng Crook 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) Jack Jack is a renowned scholar and Associate Dean EDI at the University of Bradford , whose expertise in intimacy, personhood, and sexual and reproductive health is highly regarded. As a champion for LGBTQIA+ inclusivity in academia, he has played a pivotal role in designing policies to promote diversity and equity. Beyond academia, Jack is a sought-after consultant on LGBTQIA+ issues, EDI, and cultural sensitivity, with an impressive track record of spearheading organizational change-making projects for over a decade. He is a member of the health strategy board for Trans Actual UK and an academic consultant for the Inclusion Crowd . As a proud queer trans man and a father of four children, Jack lives in the valleys of West Yorkshire, where he enjoys his hobbies, including amateur boxing, music, dance, tattoos, and open-water swimming. 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, and language and terminology. Jack López 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) CK CK is an artist, medical professional, yoga, breath and sound teacher. They write poetry through the heart and perspective of a trans non binary person in their journey of self-discovery. They are passionate about art, poetry, faith and spirituality. CK lives, loves and leads in service to humanity. Whilst practicing they bridge allopathic and holistic medicine and amplify their voice and presence to cultivate intersectionally inclusive spaces and practices for LGBTQIA + and all people. CK 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) Shimar Shimar, a philosophy graduate originally from the Philippines, made the life-changing decision to move to Barcelona to pursue her studies. This move allowed her to acknowledge her true identity as a proud transgender woman and come to the realization that being herself is not a mental illness. Through her journey, she has discovered ways to live more authentically and is passionate about empowering others to do the same. With a background in HR, Shimar is currently the People and Talent Acquisition Manager for one of the largest cruise ship companies, where she takes pleasure in supporting and uplifting people. In her free time, she indulges in her love for reading, art, photography and food. As an expert in recruitment, Shimar is passionate about helping companies build diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities they serve. Shimar Guyo 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) Dr Sunni Sunni is the founder of Dish Dash Deets – a company and platform focused on health coaching, education, and food with a mission to support everyone's holistic wellbeing journey. He has held several senior corporate roles in global corporations and led ED&I and Wellness initiatives across organisations. He holds a PhD and is currently a gut health influencer, Level 3 certified PT and Fitness Instructor as well as a culinary medicine coach. He has a weekly health segment on BBC Radio Stoke and has been featured by the BBC , ITV and other leading press outlets. Dr Sunni Patel 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) Jon-Paul Jon-Paul is a queer Lebanese man living with depression who understands the complexities of holding multiple identities. With a focus on authenticity and personal growth, Jon-Paul approaches life with a positive attitude. Since coming out in 2004, Jon-Paul has been a strong supporter of the LGBTQ+ community. He has volunteered with HIV/AIDS NGOs, organized community events for LGBTQ+ youths, created DEI programming, advised on inclusive products and services, supported LGBTQ+ political candidates, and worked on recruiting diverse talent. Additionally, Jon-Paul is a strong advocate for mental health and well-being, neurodiversity, self-empowerment, and culture change. He is passionate about community building and activism, and has spoken about these topics at various events. Jon-Paul Vicari 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) Sharon Sharon is an experienced professional speaker. She brings a unique blend of expertise to the table— a native New Yorker with over two decades living in Europe, she understands the global pulse. Her intersectionality includes a variety of social identities – self-employed female, Afro-Latina, American expatriate, middle-aged, mother, spouse and care giver. These overlapping identities allow her to view and experience the world through a variety of lenses. With an MBA and a certificate from Cornell University in DEI, her credentials back her passion. Sharon has spent three decades in corporate roles, leading and inspiring teams across the globe. Sharon Ehrlich 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) Katya Katya is a Senior Practitioner accredited leadership coach with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council , but their true passion lies in fostering Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity. Katya is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to discover the techniques, methods, and language needed to create a harmonious work environment where everyone can be their best self. With a background in Architecture and digital adoption, Katya brings a wealth of interdisciplinary skills to their work. Furthermore, Katya's unique intersectional identity as a queer Eastern European immigrant and a person with an intersex variation has positioned them as a powerful force for bridging communication gaps. Through their unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive workplace, Katya is changing the way we view leadership and coaching. Katya Veleva 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) Kayus Kayus is a seasoned professional who supports medium-sized corporates with their global growth aspirations, serving as the Healthcare, Consumer, and Wellness Treasury Sales lead for Citi 's Commercial Bank business in EMEA. Originally from The Bahamas and currently based in London, Kayus brings a unique perspective as a global citizen, having lived and worked in multiple jurisdictions and embracing diverse cultural experiences. He is also passionate about workplace allyship and financial literacy, and has spoken on topics related to leadership and culture change in the corporate world. Kayus Fernander 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) Kodo Kodo is a Buddhist monk, Makeup Artist, LGBTQ Activist, and Model. He was born in Tokyo in 1989. He graduated from the Parsons School of Design in New York. After graduating, he started to thrive as a makeup artist, working behind the scenes of Miss Universe and NY Fashion Week. In 2015, Kodo trained to be a monk and was certified by the Pure Land school. He rose to fame following his appearance in Queer Eye: We’re in Japan. He spoke at the United Nations Population Fund, Yale University, and Stanford University as an LGBTQ activist, which attracted wide coverage on the likes of CNN and the BBC. He was selected by TIME magazine as a Next Generation Leader. His book This Monk Wears Heels is available in February 2022. His mission is to empower all people sharing Buddhist wisdom with a touch of makeup. Kodo Nishimura 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) Erica Erica is passionate about driving the EDIB agenda to add value to organisations and business outcomes by creating productive working environments and cultures where every individual can feel safe, a sense of belonging and is empowered to achieve their full potential. She was a senior leader at The Body Shop , she has 30 years’ experience of working in the global Quality and Health & Safety sector. She utilised her passion for EDIB to launch and co-Chair TBS Together , The Body Shop ’s LGBTQ+ Network, which spring boarded the creation of TBS’s Mental Health Network, Gender Equity Network, Ethnicity Network and Disability Network, as well as similar networks in TBS sister companies. She was also instrumental in The Body Shop ’s partnership with MindOut , the LGBTQ+ Mental Health Charity. And she continues to be an advocate for the support of Gender equality, Mental Health and Menopause in the workplace. Erica Rose 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) Magda Magda is a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion consultant. She was recognised as 1 out of 25 Influencers by Forbes Women Poland. Magda is an experienced recruiter with ten years in various fields, five including IT, who is now proudly and courageously working together with her clients all over the world to create Trans-Inclusive workplaces. She has worked with companies such as Grammarly, Zalando, and SWAROVSKI. She believes in the transformative power of sharing experiences and knowledge to foster inclusivity. Magda Stega 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

(no pronouns) Tashan Tashan is a coach and workshop facilitator who specializes in empowering underrepresented leaders to bring their authentic selves to the forefront. With nearly a decade of experience in the advertising and media industry, including a role as an Analytics Director, Tashan brings a data-driven approach to their work. Tashan is a passionate advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and is actively involved in advocacy groups such as Outvertising. Tashan also serves as a trustee for 'You Make it', a charity that helps young unemployed and underemployed women from Black and Asian backgrounds. Tashan draws from their unique perspective as a Black and Queer individual and is dedicated to empowering diverse communities through their work. Additionally, they are an expert in promoting intersectionality and promoting well-being and self-empowerment. Tashan Nicholas 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) Devin Devin has been a part of the Omnciom family since 2011, and currently leads the Global Communications and DE&I practices for RAPP Worldwide. She works to elevate the RAPP brand both externally and within Omnicom and harnesses her passion for DE&I to craft and execute initiatives across the work RAPP builds for clients as well as recruiting, engagement and retention, aiming to make RAPP an industry-leading diverse, inclusive and equitable agency. In addition to her role at RAPP, Devin serves as the Global Chairperson for Omnicom's LGTBQ+ Employee Resource Group, OPEN Pride, and Omnicom's OPEN Leadership team. Devin O'Loughlin 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) Diego Diego is a Diversity & Inclusion consultant and Founder of Be Diverse, a firm that provides LGBT+ awareness and strategy trainings to companies. In the past, Diego has also been collaborating with COGAM, one of Spain's oldest LGBT+ NGOs, delivering over 100 workshops to top multinational companies such as IBM, Vodafone and AXA. Diego is fluent in three languages and has lived in Switzerland, United Kingdom, Germany and Spain. He's passionate about bringing positive change within organisations and his purpose is to work towards improving LGBT+ inclusion in the workplace and society as a whole. Diego Lazaro 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