Inclusive Growth Show
163 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago -I love talking about diversity and inclusion - and that’s exactly what I do in this podcast, ‘The Inclusive Growth Show’. Each week, I interview diversity and inclusion experts, thought leaders and senior business leaders making an impact in the working world - all to help you cultivate your own culture of inclusive growth!
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The Future Kind: Designing Inclusive Organisations
April 10, 2024 13:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBDiscover how to reshape the workplace into an environment that thrives on diversity and inclusivity. My conversation with Natalie Pearce, co-founder of The Future Kind, unveils the transformative impact of integrating user experience design principles with diversity and inclusion strategies. As we journey from our experiences at the BBC to our current roles, we reveal how empathetic, human-centred design can form the bedrock of a culture that not only welcomes but also celebrates varied pers...
Inclusive Data by Bio-Wired AI
April 03, 2024 09:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBWith a degree in biomedical science and investment banking experience at Goldman Sachs, Claire Myers-Lamptey has a plethora of skills beneath her belt. Now, as the tech founder of BioWired AI, she's on this podcast to share how her diverse background sparked the innovation behind a wellness and healthcare app that has huge potential in delivering inclusion in the workplace. Claire takes us through the groundbreaking features designed to support those with disabilities, ensuring no one is l...
For Diversity and Inclusion in Recruitment: Hera We Are
March 26, 2024 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBEver wondered how to turn your personal convictions into a thriving business? That's exactly what Emma and Nicola, two trailblazing recruitment consultants, have accomplished with the creation of Hera, a tech recruitment company that supports Founders to build diverse teams, empower women in technology, and amplify the voices of those from underrepresented and minority backgrounds. On the Inclusive Growth Show, we sit down with these visionary leaders to hear the compelling story behind the...
Pride in Diversity, Inclusion and Intersectionality
March 19, 2024 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this episode of The Inclusive Growth Show I was joined by Christopher Owen who talked to me about his work with Manchester Pride, how inclusion works intersectionally and how business can have a huge impact on the lived experience of LGBTQ+ individuals in today's society. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
The Ripple Effect: Business, Inclusion and Clean Water Solutions
March 12, 2024 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBWhen Hannah Bellamy of Charity Water joined me, Toby Mildon, the conversation took an unexpected turn towards the profound impact of workplace diversity on global issues like the water crisis. Throughout our discussion, we uncover the stark realities faced by women and children in developing countries who struggle daily for access to clean water, and how initiatives like those spearheaded by Charity Water can lead to inclusive growth and sustainable development. The synergy between business...
Putting the DNA into Diversity and Inclusion
February 01, 2024 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBThis episode of the Inclusive Growth Show features Tracy Boylin who is the CEO of Organisational Genetics. Tracy talks about how her experience of toxicity in the workplace led to founding her business. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
How to Avoid Burnout in the Workplace
January 23, 2024 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this episode, I was rejoined by one of our previous fabulous guests, Rachael Edmondson-Clarke. Rachael returned to talk with me about burnout and steps we can all take to look after our wellbeing, spot burnout in colleagues, and the real impact that burnout has in the workplace. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Putting People at the Heart of Inclusive Design
January 09, 2024 13:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode of the Inclusive Growth Show, Toby talks to Ed Warner from Motionspot and discusses the importance of thinking holistically and intersectionally about inclusive design and its benefits for people and businesses. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Mood Recognition and Inclusive Leadership
December 05, 2023 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBIn this episode of the Inclusive Growth Podcast, I spoke with Rachael Edmondson-Clarke about the importance of moods and how you can check in with yourself to be a more inclusive and impactful leader. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Adapt or Fail: How Managers Enable Thriving at Work
October 31, 2023 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBFor this conversation with Kathrina Robotham from Catalyst, we talked about the importance of adaptability and empathy in managers to support the performance of teams and organisations. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
The Diversity and Inclusion Evolution of Reed Talent Solutions
October 24, 2023 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBThis episode features Lee Gudgeon the Managing Director of Reed Talent Solutions talking about the evolution of the diversity and inclusion journey that Reed Talent Solutions is on. The conversation covers what he has learned along the way and the part that he's played in his role as an executive sponsor. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Equality Of Opportunity: The Black Talent Charter
October 17, 2023 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBIn this episode, I talk to Laura Durrant, Chief Executive of the Black Talent Charter. We cover why the charter is needed, how itwill set about achieving its aims and the tangible results Laura anticipates. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Queering Public Space
October 10, 2023 15:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBIn this episode of the Inclusive Growth Show, Toby is joined by Pippa Catterall, Professor of History and Policy at the University of Westminster, about her report written in collaboration with Arup called ‘Queering Public Space’. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Grow Inclusive Workplaces with Develop Diverse
October 03, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBThis conversation on the Inclusive Growth Show is with Pil Byriel, co-founder of Develop Diverse, an impactful tool that highlights both the power of language and the role that technology can play in accelerating progress towards inclusive workplaces. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Build a More Inclusive Environment for People Who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing
September 26, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBFor this episode of the Inclusive Growth Show, I was joined by Amanda Tuite CEO and co-founder of Access Vine to talk about disability inclusion for people who are deaf and living with hearing impairments. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
How to Navigate Unconscious Bias in the Workplace
August 22, 2023 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBThis episode of the Inclusive Growth Show features Buki Mosaku, author, diversity and inclusion consultancy founder, thought leader and global expert in bias navigation for workplaces. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Dispelling Myths About Schizophrenia
August 15, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode, Faydra Aldridge, CEO of the British Columbia Schizophrenia Society explained how to talk more confidently about mental wellness and mental illness and gave us some ways to support a colleague at work, family member or loved one who might be experiencing a severe mental illness. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Token Man: Inspiring Inclusive and Equitable Work Cultures
August 08, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBThis episode of the Inclusive Growth Show features Daniele Fiandaca, speaker, coach author and founder of Token Man. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
How to Have Antiracist Conversations
July 04, 2023 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBIn this episode of the Inclusive Growth Show, I spoke with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Roxy Manning about Nonviolent Communication and how it can be used in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging work and inclusive leadership. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Build Inclusive Cultures by Doing the Right Thing
June 27, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBThis episode of the Inclusive Growth Show features Nadya Powell from Utopia, an award-winning diversity, equity, inclusion and culture change business which works with global clients to create inclusive and healthy workplaces. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Breaking Down Bias: How to Create a Culture of Inclusive Leadership
June 06, 2023 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBIn this episode of the Inclusive Growth Podcast, I spoke with Andy Nisevic from One Degree Training and Coaching about implicit bias. We talked about the role it plays in decision-making and its impact on inclusive leadership. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
People Like Us: What it Takes to Make it in Modern Britain
May 30, 2023 15:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this episode I talk to barrister and author Hashi Mohamed about his book ‘People Like Us: What it Takes to Make it in Modern Britain’. We also cover other fascinating topics including privilege, social mobility and the cost of code-switching in the workplace. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Human Force: The Power of Emotions in the Workplace
May 16, 2023 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBFor this episode of the Inclusive Growth Show, I was joined by Natalie Boudou, executive coach, trainer consultant and author of a great book called ‘Human Force’ that suggests practical ways leaders can create positive emotional cultures in the workplace. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
InChorus: Data and Tech Combine to Drive Culture Change
May 09, 2023 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode, I spoke with Rosie Turner and Raj Ramanandi co-founders of InChorus, a Speak Up platform that amplifies employee voice. Our discussion ranged from simplifying data and focusing on insights that can drive the right decision-making to engaging managers in culture change. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Collaboration over Competition at Global Girl Project
May 02, 2023 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBFor this episode of the Inclusive Growth Show, I was joined by Julia Lynch who is the Founding Director of Global Girl Project. Julia spoke with me about feminist organisations, power and privilege in the workplace and the need to redefine leadership to be more inclusive. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Everything You Wanted To Know About Disability But Were Too Afraid To Ask
April 25, 2023 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode of the Inclusive Growth Show, I was joined by my colleague, Luis, and two clients, Mica and Jeremy who both work within EDI in the UK National Health Service known as the NHS. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Embedding Inclusion at Artex
April 18, 2023 15:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this episode I talk to one of my clients, Jason Smith, Managing Director of Artex, about his personal diversity and inclusion journey and how reading my book, Inclusive Growth, prompted him to bring me in to work with his team. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Diversity Includes Everyone: A Bespoke Approach
April 11, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBIn this episode, I talk to one of my clients, Andrew Myers, a leadership and culture consultant who works with the Medical Protection Society. We explored the impact of taking a train the trainer approach to rolling out my Diversity Includes Everyone training. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
The Power of Inclusion at Electricity North West
April 04, 2023 15:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBIn this episode, I spoke with Cheryl Iontton from Electricity North West about her work delivering the company’s Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and the benefits of getting regular coaching in her role. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Diversity Includes Everyone at the Business Growth Fund
March 28, 2023 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBIn this episode, I talk to Darren DuPorte from the Business Growth Fun about the impact of the work we’ve been doing with the business, from workshops and developing the internal diversity action group, to individual coaching. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Values to Virtues and the Human Equity Advantage
March 21, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBIn this episode, Toby has an epic conversation with Peter Wilson an internationally established thought leader, author, speaker and CEO in the field of diversity and inclusion. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Agility in Mind
March 07, 2023 15:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBIn this episode, Toby spoke to an existing client, Michelle Meakin, Business Services Director at Agility in Mind. We covered the organisation’s approach to developing a DEI charter and bringing those values to life every day. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Two Billion Voices: Check Your Accent Bias
February 16, 2023 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBIn this conversation, I spoke to Heather Hansen who is a speaker and author on the topic of accent bias. We spoke about all things accent bias from the use of AI to the importance of considering language bias as part of the culture when building and leading an inclusive organisation. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
When Words Are Not Enough
January 24, 2023 15:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBIn this episode I talked to Dr Tara Van Bommel about her research and a recent report she has co-authored full of data-led policy insights to support diversity and inclusion professionals in their organisations. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Diversifying Your Network To Grow Your Net-Worth
January 17, 2023 16:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBIf you're an LGBTQ+ budding entrepreneur, this episode with Stefaan De Vreese can help connect you with the tools and confidence to forge your own path. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Your Guide to Thriving Authentically in the Workplace
January 04, 2023 15:00 - 37 minutes - 26.2 MBIn this episode, I spoke to author, speaker and executive coach Carice Anderson. Carice specialises in supporting Black professionals to get ahead in their corporate careers whilst also increasing their enjoyment and impact. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
We, The People
December 20, 2022 15:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBIn this conversation I speak with Marlon and Kian from The People a company that works with brands that are interested in reaching younger consumers and attracting younger talent in the workforce. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Underestimated: From Struggle To Success
December 06, 2022 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBIn this conversation I spoke with Donald Thompson about the key learnings from his own life that he draws in his new book, ‘Underestimated’. We also covered his experience as an African American Chief Executive in the States, what his business does and the importance of taking an intersectional approach to implementing diversity and inclusion within organisations. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
You Can’t Eat the Elephant Whole
November 15, 2022 16:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBMy fantastic guest for this conversation is Johnny Timpson OBE. Johnny has got loads of experience driving change at a very high level. He has more than 40 years of insurance and banking sector leadership, and business development experience. He is also the principal of Johnny Timpson Consulting and non-executive chair of specialist military insurance brokerage, Absolute Military and the founding chair of the Access to Insurance working group, an additional TISA Consumer Protection Committee...
Progressing Socio-Economic Diversity
November 08, 2022 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBIn this episode I speak to Sophie Hulm, Chief Executive of Progress Together, a membership organisation for the UK financial and professional services sector that focuses on progressing the socio-economic agenda in firms particularly around developing and retaining talent. Visit Progress Together's website at http://www.progresstogether.co.uk/ If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Positively Purple
November 01, 2022 16:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBPositively Purple is the title of the new book by Kate Nash, founder of PurpleSpace. Kate sat down with me to talk about the book and her work on disability inclusion in the workplace. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
The Audit Business Elevating People Over Profit
October 11, 2022 15:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBAshleigh Wilson is the founder of Auditmate which is the first ever elevator and escalator auditing and management software. What sets Ashleigh’s organisation apart is their great philosophy around diversity and inclusion and putting people before profits. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: 24/7 or 9 to 5?
October 04, 2022 15:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBIn this discussion I spoke with EDI practitioners Emma Palmer and Meera Somji about success factors for running organisational programmes and, crucially, how practitioners can look after their own wellbeing and resiliency in a demanding profession. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Meeting Leaders Where They Are
September 28, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBLaurie Sudbrink a leadership development coach, trainer and author of a book called Leading with GRIT came in to talk to me about her framework and how to apply it in your inclusive leadership development journey and organisation. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Deep Space Communication Tool Now Available Here On Earth
September 20, 2022 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBRob Brougham and Drew Smithsimmons are the co-founders of a company that makes an incredibly exciting collaborative communications product called Braided Space. They talked to me about how they have developed this product for use in deep space and how it can be used by earthbound organisations to increase diversity and inclusion. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Tech Making a Dent in Diversity and Inclusion
September 13, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBThis week I spoke with Khyati Sundaram, a founder and technologist who has developed Be Applied to help improve diversity and inclusion within recruitment and onboarding processes. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Conducting the Culture Journey with InChorus
September 06, 2022 11:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBRosie and Raj are the founders of InChorus, an innovative technological Speak Up tool that helps workplaces gain insights on any microaggressions that are happening in the workplace, in turn offering greater potential success for the impact of targeted interventions. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
The Seven Mistakes New Managers Make
August 30, 2022 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIn this episode, I spoke to author and leadership expert Janet Polach about frontline leadership and some of the challenges that managers face. We framed our conversation around the mistakes in her book that we felt had strong links to diversity and inclusionas well as sharing some practical tips for avoiding the mistakes. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Employee Resource Groups: The Time is Now
August 16, 2022 15:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this conversation I spoke to author, speaker and diversity, equity and inclusion consultant Farzana Nayani about the power of employee resource groups to drive organisational changes and cultivate a culture of belonging. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.
Raising the Bar on Diversity and Inclusion
August 09, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBThis conversation features solicitors Lynne and Babs from Jamieson Law. Lynne and Babs talked about the reasons behind establishing a legal practice in the context of the ongoing diversity and inclusion challenges in the wider profession. If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.