Diversity & Inclusion have been at the heart of Marie-Helene’s career since the start. As an out, gay woman, inclusion, visibility and acceptance have been constant drivers in her career. Today she is Global Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging Business Partner at Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty, where she leads DEI initiatives globally. In addition to this, Marie-Helene has been involved in the Pride Employee Resource Group in the Allianz Group since 2018 – and has been the Chair since January 2022. In this role she sets the strategy for LGBTQ+ inclusion for the Allianz Group worldwide. She is very vocal and active on social media on LGBTQ+ inclusion. Her engagement and dedication was recognised last year by her receiving an award in France of Role Model LGBT Leader by L’Autre Cercle.