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Laks is a Winner in the UK’s Top 100 Influential People 2025. He was awarded an MBE in 2024 for services to charity, integration, and LGBTQ+ communities, and was also named LGBT+ Trailblazer 2024 at the British LGBTQIA+ Awards. Other accolades include being listed in the Diversity Power List 2022/23 and winning LGBT+ Positive Role Model 2020 at the National Diversity Awards. He is a Mayor of London appointed EDI Advisor, a Trustee for South Asian Heritage Month and caba, a Judge for the Inclusive Awards, and the Founder of Gaysians UK.

These two experiences ignited Gina’s commitment to cultivating psychologically safe workplaces, leading her to develop the world-renowned 5 Pillars of Psychological Safety.

Through the 5 Pillars and the Hierarchy of Psychological Safety, Gina has revolutionised the way organisations approach inclusion, belonging and culture. Her innovative methodologies have been embraced by multinational corporations around the globe, earning her recognition as a visionary leader in the field.

At the Psychological Safety Institute, Gina and her team are dedicated to challenging and transforming workplace attitudes and outdated cultures, advocating for psychological safety to be integrated into workplace legislation worldwide.

The Institute’s methodologies, including the 5 Pillars and the cutting-edge Diagnostic Tool, Lux, are widely recognised for their ability to cultivate thriving, inclusive workplaces. The Institute’s collaboration with the University of Cambridge Judge Business School provides access to an elite team of UoC social scientists that offer scientific insights and analysis to diagnose workplace issues, as well as targeted interventions to cultivate an environment where teams not only survive but thrive.

Gina’s influence extends globally through widespread media coverage and prominent speaking engagements. Her impact is felt by millions, as she empowers individuals to embrace their authentic selves and actively contribute to the creation of safer, more inclusive workplaces.

Backed with a Speaker of the Year award, a proven track record of sold-out programs, and a global audience of over 10 million, Gina Battye is a force to be reckoned with. Combining world-class training with a heavy dose of hindsight, Gina is at the forefront of change, inspiring and elevating the standards of workplaces on a global scale.

When partnering with Gina and the Institute, whether seeking inspiration and practical advice for individual teams, groups or your entire organisation, you’re not just accessing expertise — you’re embarking on a transformative journey. The Institute offers invaluable insights and practical tools to empower you to embrace your Authentic Self at work and lead the charge in establishing psychologically safe environments for yourself and your colleagues.

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.

Sandra has worked with senior teams in a number of sectors including Banking, Human Resources, Transport, Manufacturing, Engineering, Police, Social Care, Higher Education, NHS, Membership, and the Voluntary sector.

In addition to Executive Coaching at senior level, her experience and skills incorporate discussion forums, facilitation, training, and development of programmes for Universities, Higher and Further education organisations as well as bespoke programmes for blue-chip companies.

Her business acumen has earned her numerous awards in recognition of her professional, community and business development contribution nationally.

She attained the status of Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), Chartered Manager (CMgr), Fellow of the Institute of Consulting, having headed up this organisation for several years. Additional qualifications include 7407 & 7403 City & Guilds, Certificate Personnel Development CIPD, Level 7 & 5 Diplomas in Management, and a Masters in Creative Writing from the University of Leicester.

Sandra was recently listed in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List 2021 when she was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to Equality.

Sandra is an international speaker, author, and equality activist working with senior leaders to recognise and incorporate the benefits of difference and creating equality within organisations.

In 2009, following the 7/7 terrorist attacks, Rozila joined the Counter Terrorism Branch in Lancashire.  Her work in this area received national recognition and as a result she successfully achieved a secondment to the Association of Chief Police Officers in London for a period of 5 years.  During this time, Rozila was responsible for the strategic delivery of counter terrorism projects for police forces across UK and Europe.

Upon her return to Lancashire Constabulary in 2016 from London, Rozila joined the Futures Team to deliver structured, innovative change.  She has now been appointed as the Diversity and Inclusion Manager for the force.  Rozila also has an additional role as Public Relations/Media Lead for the National Black Police Association and is the national tactical lead for Black, Asian, Afro-Caribbean and minority ethnic Women in Policing.

Rozila has spoken numerous times on complex policing issues involving BAME communities at various international conferences and events across Canada, The Maldives, America and Europe.

During her time with the police, Rozila has received various commendations and awards including Justice Awards from Lancashire Criminal Justice Board for outstanding contribution to delivery of justice in Lancashire.  In 2009, she received an award from Lancashire Constabulary for outstanding delivery of policing.  In 2011 during her time in London, Rozila received an award for promoting social cohesion from the National Association of Muslim Police Officers.  In 2012, she received a commemorative medal from 10 Downing Street for helping to deliver a safe and secure Olympics 2012.  In September 2020, she received a Divisional Commanders commendation for her work towards inclusion and diversity.