I don’t settle for “good enough” in the diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) space. As a DEI leader at a FTSE 100 company, I’m committed to create work environments where everyone feels empowered, valued and included.Leading DEI TransformationAs Shell’s first Asian Chief DEI Officer, I have spearheaded transformative culture change focused on mindset shifts and thought leadership. My mission is to influence policies, foster open dialogue and drive meaningful change. Key initiatives I’ve led include:-Powering Women, a leadership development program -LGBT+ professional development-Mandatory Respect in the workplace and Conscious Inclusion training, with 98% annual completion-Sponsoring research with the Business Disability Forum.-Conference on Demystifying LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion in India -Producing impactful films like Unique People, Powerful Together, which has won multiple awards.My journeyMy personal and professional journey has shaped my passion for this work. My career path has been diverse, including early career in mental health and social mobility, which opened my eyes to the significant work needed in the social aspect of ESG.I bridge the gap between different employee populations while navigating a dynamic external environment – from reporting requirements to policy changes and community expectations. It’s a constantly evolving field, and I’m committed to continuous learning to drive positive change.My visionI believe in inspiring a movement where everyone feels empowered to create a more inclusive workplace. That’s the movement we need, and which I want to lead: -Amplifying unheard voices through impactful storytelling-Global DEI Leadership navigating complex cultural dynamics and driving global DEI imperative -Human-centric changemaker: I bring a distinct human perspective to policy development and implementation, championing diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.Awards & recognitionUnder my leadership, Shell has been recognised with numerous awards, including:-Business Disability Forum - Disability Smart Awards Finalist-EVCOM Clarion GOLD award, Cannes Corporate Media and TV awards for the Unique People, -Powerful Together film series -Brandon Hall DEI GOLD award for Best Advance in Leadership Development for Women-Workplace Pride 2024 Global Benchmark - “Advocate” status Let’s connectI value diverse perspectives, and meaningful conversations. Let's connect over a glass of wine (I’m WSET certified), or a chat about travel and trekking (I was a Bhutan travel concierge). Reach out to me on LinkedIn.