Everything You Need to Know About Submitting to the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List (IT50)

In a year like no other, the highly anticipated Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers Index was published in December 2024, celebrating organisations that are truly leading the way in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Now in its tenth year, the IT50 has become the UK’s premier cross-industry index, recognising employers that are setting new standards for workplace inclusion and innovation across all protected characteristics, including race, gender, disability, LGBTQ+, age, and more. 

Does your organisation champion inclusion? Do you want to be recognised as a leader in workplace diversity? Being featured on the IT50 isn’t just an accolade—it’s a powerful industry benchmark that signals your commitment to DEI. 

With submissions now open and closing on 15th August, this exclusive free webinar is designed to guide you through the application process, provide expert insights into crafting a stand out submission, and highlight the impact of being recognised on the IT50 List. 

Why attend? 

Join Sandra Pollock OBE, Lead DEI Consultant and IT50 Judge, and Abigail Kershaw, IT50 Data Analyst, as they share expert insights into what makes a winning submission and the impact IT50 recognition can have on your organisation. 

What you’ll gain? 

• Understanding the IT50: What the list is, why it matters, and how it can benefit your organisation 

• Expert Submission Tips: Key elements that make a strong, compelling application, including data collection, community engagement, ERG’s, as well as the new employee engagement survey 

• Insights from the Latest IT50 Report: A breakdown of key DEI statistics and trends 

• Live Q&A: Get your questions answered by our expert speakers 

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insider knowledge and position your organisation as a trailblazer in workplace inclusion. Register now! 

About the facilitators:   

Sandra Pollock OBE
Lead EDI Consultant & IT50 Judge  

Sandra brings more than thirty years’ experience and knowledge spanning a wide range of sectors. Her award-winning expertise includes Leadership, Management, People development, Organisational Change, Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Membership growth. Sandra has worked with a range of business industries including Banking, Human Resources, Transport, Manufacturing, Engineering, Social Care, NHS, Membership, and the Voluntary sectors.  

In addition to Executive Coaching at senior level, her skills incorporate facilitation, training, and development of programmes for Universities, Higher and Further education organisations as well as blue-chip companies.  Sandra’s business acumen has earned her numerous awards in recognition of her professional, community and business development contribution nationally. 

Sandra currently holds a number of NED roles and has Chaired various regional and national organisations. Her work on equality has seen her speak at the EU Committee on issues of flexible working, equality in the workplace and the benefits of getting women back into work.  She has conducted many local, regional, and national business growth and other projects across England, Scotland, and Wales, and in particular working to engage with underrepresented groups in the workplace and the community. 

Alongside her role as lead DEO consultant at Inclusive Companies, Sandra has founded a number of companies including Open Mind Training & Development Ltd, The Women’s Awards, SHINE, and Inspiring You CIC. In addition, Sandra is an international speaker, author, and equality activist and listed in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List 2020, she was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to Equality.       

Abigail Kershaw
IT50 data analyst  

Abigail is a dedicated Data Analyst at Inclusive Companies, passionate about using data to drive meaningful change in workplace inclusivity. With a Master’s in Occupational Psychology, she specialises in analysing trends that enhance both business performance and the employee experience. 

Her research on interviewing best practices for DEI has deepened her commitment to fostering equitable hiring processes and inclusive workplaces. This passion has fueled her drive to strengthen the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List (IT50), ensuring organisations are recognised for their efforts in diversity, equity, and inclusion while continuously improving industry standards. 

In addition to her analytical work, Abigail plans and delivers inclusive events, ensuring reasonable adjustments and a comfortable experience for all attendees. She plays a key role in organising the National Diversity Awards and Inclusive Awards, as well as roundtables, panel sessions, and networking events for Inclusive Companies, creating spaces where meaningful conversations and connections can thrive. 

 Abigail’s expertise lies in transforming complex data into actionable insights, helping businesses create more inclusive environments where all employees can thrive.