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SUMMARY:Evidence Based: The Present and Future of Inclusive Hiring
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by James Chave | The Clear Company \nInclusive Companies is proud to partner with The Clear Company\, winners of Consultancy of the Year at the Inclusive Awards 2024\, for a timely and insightful webinar. \nJoin James Chave\, Managing Consultant at The Clear Company\, for a dynamic discussion exploring how an evidence-based approach can transform your hiring practices to be more inclusive\, effective\, and future-ready. \nWhy this matters now: \n2025 is a fascinating time for Inclusive Hiring! The year presented a challenging start globally for DEI and\, coupled with a recruitment industry quickly evolving to integrate AI\, we are now at a crossroads moment. \nThe Clear Company believes that an evidence-based approach remains the very best way to combat hiring bias and make the fair—and right—hiring decision every time. \nWhat you’ll learn: \nIn this session we will discuss how to set up your whole hiring process to be evidence-based and anti-biased\, from crafting role adverts right through to making that final hiring decision. You will leave with tangible actions and implementation ideas for your hiring processes\, as well as answers to your questions and current challenges. \nFacilitated by James Chave\nThe Clear Company \nJames is a Managing Consultant and facilitator at the Clear Company. With a background in sales and sales management James supports our clients across all industries from rail and construction to legal and insurance. \nJames also uses his insights from working with charities and social enterprises to help organisations connect with their purpose and what this means to their customers and partners. \nJames works across all our learning offerings including Inclusive Leadership\, Neuroinclusion and Disability Confidence. However\, he specialises in Inclusive Hiring and Recruitment. Leading our accredited and non-accredited programmes\, James remains up to date with the latest trends in recruitment whilst ensuring the Clear Company’s evidence-based approach remains front and centre.
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/evidence-based-the-present-and-future-of-inclusive-hiring/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:IC Events,Webinars
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SUMMARY:How Sleep Effects the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Nicole Ratcliffe \nJoin us for a dynamic 1-hour webinar tailored for HR professionals\, Wellbeing Leads\, CFOs\, CPOs\, and Health & Safety Directors seeking to understand the true impact of sleep on their organisation’s bottom line. Poor sleep is costing UK economy an estimated £40 billion annually equating to £1\,035 per employee each year. \nBeyond the financial burden\, sleep deprivation drives employee burnout\, turnover\, and reduced productivity. \nThis webinar will explore the science behind sleep\, its influence on emotional regulation\, productivity\, and workplace safety\, and how sleep support initiatives can give your organisation a competitive edge by enhancing wellbeing and retention. \nWho Should Attend: \n– HR Leaders aiming to build a culture of resilience and retention\n– Wellbeing and People Leads seeking to enhance team performance\n– CFOs and CPOs focused on reducing recruitment costs and absenteeism\n– Health & Safety Directors invested in reducing workplace risks \nKey Topics: \nThe Financial Cost of Poor Sleep: Explore how poor sleep impacts business operations\, from a £1\,035 average loss per employee to increased recruitment and training costs when quality staff leave. Learn why 54\,000 new mothers leave the workforce each year and the implications for gender equity. \nThe Science of Sleep: Understand how sleep deprivation affects emotional regulation\, team conflict\, problem-solving abilities\, and the immune system leading to increased absenteeism and reduced productivity. \nWorkplace Productivity: Discover how presenteeism\, longer task completion times\, and avoidable errors arise when employees are sleep deprived. \nHealth and Safety Risk Factors: Examine the links between poor sleep and workplace accidents\, including the risks associated with driving\, shift work\, and operating machinery. \nDiversity\, Inclusion\, and Sleep: Learn how poor sleep disproportionately impacts key groups such as parents\, carers\, women\, and those with chronic illness or neurodiverse conditions and how this hinders efforts to close the gender pay and career gap. \nIdentifying Sleep Deprivation: Recognise the signs of sleep struggles in your workforce and understand the broader impact of chronic sleep deprivation on mental and physical health. \nThe Role of Flexible Working: Discover how flexible working policies can support better sleep habits\, reduce employee stress\, and foster a healthier work-life balance. \nWhy Invest in Sleep Education Programmes: Investing in sleep education programs can position your organisation as a sought-after employer that supports the holistic wellbeing of its workforce. By helping employees balance home and work responsibilities\, you can build loyalty\, improve retention\, and foster a culture of inclusivity and support. Learn how family-friendly policies can drive long-term success for both individuals and the business. \nWebinar Highlights: \n– Real-world case studies showcasing the ROl of sleep initiatives\n– Practical strategies for implementing sleep-friendly policies and education programs\n– Interactive Q&A with a Sleep Coach and Wellbeing Advocate \nRegister today to secure your place and take the first step toward fostering a well-rested\, resilient\, and productive workforce. \nAbout Nicole \nNicole Ratcliffe has been supporting families since 2017 to get a better nights sleep for all. Since 2023\, Nicole has made it her mission to change the way parents and carers\, and anyone struggling with sleep is supported and educated in the workplace. Breaking down the walls of stigma and laying foundations for a positive relationship with sleep\, thus improving mental and physical health\, productivity and retention with a focus on helping close the gender pay / career gap by supporting more women in the workplace to continue with their careers.
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/how-sleep-effects-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Featured,IC Events,Webinars
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SUMMARY:BHM 2025: Power in our Purpose – Past\, Present & Future
DESCRIPTION:Inclusive Companies are proud to present a special online session in honour of Black History Month 2025\, embracing this year’s national theme\, “Standing Firm in Power and Pride”  \nDate/Time: 14th October |  14.00 – 15.30 \nThis thought-provoking session will celebrate Black history while exploring its influence across the past\, present\, and future. Together\, we will reflect on the progress that has been made\, the challenges that remain\, and the role each of us can play in driving meaningful change.  \nWhat to expect:  \nKeynote Address – Delivered by renowned historian\, author\, and teacher Josh Preye Garry\, who will uncover the forgotten stories of influential Black figures throughout history and highlight their lasting legacies.  \nPanel Discussion – Chaired by Inclusive Companies Founder & CEO\, Paul Sesay\, featuring voices who have championed inclusion and driven positive change within corporate and community spaces\, including Dr Yvonne Thompson CBE\, Caroline Frankum (Global CEO\, Kantar Profiles) and Dawn Carter-McDonald (CEO\, Hackney Council). Our panel will reflect on historical efforts to reclaim narratives\, while exploring how embracing authentic stories and perspectives has empowered businesses and created more innovative\, inclusive workplaces.  \nThis year’s theme emphasises two powerful values:  \n\nPower – the influence\, leadership\, and capacity to inspire change. \n\n\nPride – the celebration of cultural identity\, heritage\, and Black excellence. \n\nJoin us as we explore these themes\, celebrate achievements\, and provide a safe\, empowering space to share experiences\, amplify voices\, and stand firm in power and pride.  \n\nFacilitators:   \nPaul Sesay  \nPaul Sesay is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the National Diversity Awards\, Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers\, Inclusive Awards and Inclusive Companies since 2006. Paul’s business acumen has mainly been with a social focus.  \n With over fifteen years worth of experience within the Diversity\, Equality and Inclusion sector\, Paul has worked with some of the largest organisations in the world on their diversity and inclusion profiles.  \nHe has also worked within local communities to help people from various backgrounds to achieve and empower disadvantaged groups throughout the UK. Paul’s initiatives have helped thousands of organisations and individuals get recognised for their hard work and dedication to diversity.  \nDr Yvonne Thompson CBE DL \nA dynamic leader with a wealth of experience in the communications industry\, Dr. Thompson is a highly respected change-maker\, advocate for small businesses\, and champion of diversity and inclusion in the UK. Drawing on her personal experience and the experiences of other women\, she published the Amazon bestseller\, “7 Traits of Highly Successful Women on Boards\,” which promotes greater gender and race diversity in company boardrooms\, and also produced her Senior Women Leaders Programme. \nThis year\, she celebrates the 25th anniversary of the WinTrade Global Women In Business Network Summit and Awards\, which she founded. Dr. Thompson leads a powerful network that supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for greater gender and race equality and equity. \nHaving been the only woman on the board of the first 24-hour radio station\, Choice FM\, and having worked with the Department for Digital\, Culture\, Media and Sport (DCMS)\, BEIS\, supporting small business ministers across several administrations and Ofcom on equality and diversity. Dr. Thompson’s most recent chairing appointments include OKRE.org\, a charity researching the effects of the entertainment industry\, The Black Cultural Archives\, custodian of Black History in the UK.   She recently stepped down from the Parker Review after five years. \nAlong with her CBE\, two honorary doctorates\, and honorary four fellowships for her work in the EDI arena Dr Thompson was recently appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant in Greater London. \nJosh Preye Garry  \nJosh Preye Garry is an award-winning educator\, historian\, and author with a distinguished record of leadership\, scholarship\, and public engagement. He earned his Master’s degree from the University of Oxford and his undergraduate degree from Queen Mary University of London\, establishing a foundation of academic excellence that has shaped his career in education.  \nJosh currently serves as Exceptional Learners Lead and a member of the Extended Senior Leadership Team at Arcadia School\, Dubai\, where he is pioneering an Elite University Preparation Programme designed to support exceptional students in gaining entry to Oxbridge\, Russell Group\, and Ivy League universities. His prior leadership roles include Head of Department\, where he successfully advanced attainment and innovation\, and his national contributions include work as an Examiner and Author of major history textbooks. Notably\, Josh co-authored Pearson’s first Black British History GCSE textbook\, a landmark publication that has transformed representation in the national curriculum.  \nRecognised with the prestigious National Diversity Award\, Josh is also a sought-after public speaker\, having delivered keynote talks and workshops for leading organisations including Goldman Sachs\, Kantar\, and Black Ballad\, alongside his work with educational institutions and community forums. His career reflects a rare blend of intellectual rigour\, leadership\, and advocacy\, with a consistent focus on excellence\, diversity\, and access to opportunity.  \nThrough his scholarship\, authorship\, and leadership\, Josh Preye Garry continues to shape education\, inspire learners\, and influence the conversation on representation and equity across the UK\, the UAE\, and beyond.  \n\nCaroline Frankum \nCaroline Frankum is a multi-award-winning global CEO\, renowned for her transformative leadership in the Media\, Market Research\, and Data Solutions sectors. \nWith a career spanning over thirty years\, Caroline has spent the past decade as CEO of Kantar Profiles\, where she has spearheaded bold\, significant private equity-backed transformations. By leveraging cutting-edge technology\, AI\, and a strong sense of purpose\, she has driven unprecedented financial and cultural growth\, positioning Kantar at the forefront of innovation in data quality. \nCaroline is a firm believer that inclusion and diversity are imperatives for business growth. Her relentless focus and contributions to these areas\, both within Kantar and the wider Market Research industry\, have earned her numerous accolades\, including: \n· CEO of The Year (Inclusive Companies\, 2022) \n· Corporate LGBTQ+ Ally of The Year (DIVA Awards 2022\, Rainbow Honours Awards 2023) \n· A Top 100 Global Executive Champion of Women in Business (Involve and YouTube\, 2018-2025) \n· An Insights 250 / ESOMAR Legend (2023) and a Market Research Hero (2025) for long-standing\, meaningful contributions\, and exceptional service to the Market Research industry \nDawn Carter-McDonald \nDawn Carter-McDonald was appointed Chief Executive and Head of Paid Service at Hackney Council in May 2024.  \nWith a local government career spanning more than 20 years\, Dawn first started work at Hackney Council\, and in the borough where she was born\, after qualifying as a Solicitor. Between 2019 and 2023 Dawn transformed the Council’s legal services\, significantly improved the Council’s governance services\, and played a key role in the development and implementation of service delivery reforms. \nDawn has always had a connection and passion for the Borough and its residents; she chose to give her commitment to the Public Sector as she wanted her legal expertise to be used for the benefit of local residents\, and those most in need. She now leads the entire workforce\, as Head of Paid Service\, and her commitment to equity\, diversity\, belonging and transformation to ensure fair outcomes for all residents\, continues to be a driver
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/bhm-2025-power-in-our-purpose-past-present-future/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:Digital Detox 101: Setting Boundaries in an Always-On World
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Georgia Proud \nExplore the impact of digital overwhelm on our mental health\, productivity\, and work–life balance. The webinar invites you to reflect on your digital habits\, set healthier boundaries\, and feel more present. Georgia will also guide you through the concept of a full digital detox\, what it means to step away from digital tools entirely for a set period\, and how to approach it in a realistic way.  \n\n\nAbout Georgia \nGeorgia is the founder of The Wellbeing Clique\, a qualified facilitator and CIPD-accredited learning and development practitioner with experience designing and delivering wellbeing workshops for organisations across the UK.
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/digital-detox-101-setting-boundaries-in-an-always-on-world/
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SUMMARY:DEI Leaders Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast Networking for DEI Professionals\nWed 22 Oct 2025 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nDuck & Waffle\, EC2N 4AY\n\n\n\nFurther information coming soon!
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/dei-leaders-breakfast/
LOCATION:Duck & Waffle\, 110 Bishopsgate\, London\, EC2N 4AY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:IC Events
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SUMMARY:Elevate 1000 Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to the exclusive launch of Elevate 1000\, a bold new campaign from Inclusive Companies set to transform the landscape of social mobility in the UK. \n\nDate: Wednesday\, 22nd October 2025\nTime: 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM\nLocation: OVO Offices\, 69 Notting Hill Gate\, London\, W11 3JS\n\nWhat is Elevate 1000? \nElevate 1000 is a national movement that will connect forward-thinking employers across the UK with 1\,000 talented young people (18–30) from lower socio-economic backgrounds. \nThrough paid internships\, apprenticeships\, and career pathways\, Elevate 1000 will: \n\nBreak down systemic barriers to opportunity\nGive employers access to untapped\, high-potential talent\nBuild a fairer\, stronger workforce for the future\n\nWhy It Matters \nYoung people from lower socio-economic backgrounds are 80% less likely to secure professional jobs than their more advantaged peers – even when equally qualified (Social Mobility Commission). \nThat’s not just a social crisis. It’s a huge\, missed opportunity for UK employers. Elevate 1000 gives you the chance to lead by example. \nWhat to Expect at the Launch \n\nKeynotes from senior leaders and changemakers with lived experience\nA first look at how Elevate 1000 works and how your organisation can get involved\nNetworking with like-minded employers\, advocates\, and rising talent\nLight refreshments and inspiring conversation with the team driving the mission\n\nWhy Join Elevate 1000? \n✔ To access diverse emerging talent that traditional routes miss\n✔ To lead on social mobility at a national level\n✔ To show that your organisation is serious about equity\, opportunity\, and change \n“Elevate 1000 isn’t just about jobs – it’s about dignity\, opportunity\, and unlocking the potential that’s already out there. It’s time to stop asking if talent exists and start asking if we’re looking in the right places.”-  Paul Sesay\, Founder\, Inclusive Companies \nLet’s build a future where potential isn’t defined by postcode.
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/elevate-1000-launch-event/
LOCATION:OVO Offices\, 69 Notting Hill Gate\, London\, W11 3JS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:IC Events
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