Why employees feeling safe to be themselves at work benefits companies too

Today on the show as part of our inclusion at work mini series we have the fabulous Ali Bowen, who describes herself as a wife, cat mother, holiday lover, hedgehog fosterer and general wildlife enthusiast…. She recently embraced country living and her role as a Sector Commercial Manager for VINCI Facilities funds all the above! 

She has Over 20 years experience working in Construction and the Built Environment and her wife says she used to read contracts for a living and now manages a team that does! 

She was recently appointed as a Trustee for the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust and the trustee lead for D&I.

Ali would say “I’m a gay woman and made by dyslexia” and I love that.  We chat about the launch of the LGBTQ+ network, where her ideas came from and the importance about feeling included and being able to bring your whole self to work.  This isn't just about performance its about mental health. Listen in to hear about her experiences and golden nuggets she shares about how companies can be better allies.

How to celebrate Inclusion Week with interactive workshops / sessions

If you are a leader in your organisation or maybe part of an internal network or Employee Resource Group (ERG) we are taking bookings for Inclusion week at the end of September.  We are particularly focusing on the importance of networking and making sure ALL employees have access to building those all important stakeholder relationships for career progression!

So get in touch sooner rather than later if you fancy chatting about what would benefit your organisation and its people the best! 

Let's get more diversity around those decision making tables and more importantly let's create inclusive workplaces that recognise everyone for who they are and the value they bring.

#Resources for YOU and your team!

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