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DE & I

“ We need C-level people that are making decisions to be representative of the communities that they serve ”

AMY LYNCH HEAD OF DIVERSITY , EQUITY AND INCLUSION AT THOUGHTWORKS UK
What is the best single piece of advice you give a CEO when it comes to D & I ?
SM : It starts with you . Your actions and the team you build will speak more about your commitment than anything else .
AL : Remain open , humble , listen and learn , and understand that even though an employee ’ s experiences are different to your own , this doesn ’ t mean they aren ’ t valid . DEI issues will not be solved with the wave of a magic wand , yet it ' s important and requires you to be intentional with your approach ,
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