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Growth and Governance Hub
with Protiviti on 28 October 2025
This ground breaking report explores data from more than 3,000 employees, providing leaders with specific, data-driven insights into how AI adoption is influencing productivity, collaboration and talent retention across generations. Catch up on the research launch where corporate leaders explored the topics discussed in the research.
with The Quantum Spin on 23 September 2025
In this episode of The Quantum Spin by HKA, host Veronica Combs talks with Karina Robinson, CEO at and founder of the City Quantum and AI Summit. The discussion explores Karina's journey into the quantum industry, the inspiration behind the City Quantum Summit and the intricacies of advising CEOs on emerging technologies. The episode also covers the broader implications of quantum advancements on global growth and security.
with DAPEW on 8 April 2025
We gathered in Bristol for an engaging event where researchers from our Diversity and Productivity project presented their latest findings. Attendees took part in stimulating discussions on how diversity drives productivity and growth in organisations. The event featured thought-provoking talks, valuable networking sessions, and insights into how embracing diversity in all its forms can lead to high-performing, inclusive workplaces. Industry experts and thought leaders shared practical strategies for fostering a culture of inclusivity and growth. It was a fantastic opportunity to explore the future of diverse, productive workplaces and connect with others passionate about driving meaningful change.
Public Event on 25 March 2025
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion featuring Tiffany Yu, author of The Anti-Ableist Manifesto: How to Build a Disability-Inclusive World. Tiffany was joined by Praveen Kolluguri, Kate Nash OBE, and chaired by Dr Anne Theunissen, they explored critical topics surrounding disability inclusion, accessibility, and the steps we can take to create a more equitable world. This thought-provoking conversation challenged perceptions and offered valuable insights into reshaping societal attitudes towards disability. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from leading voices in the field and engage in a conversation that promises to inspire and inform.
with Protiviti on 22nd January 2025
Media headlines and social media frequently pit generations against one another. But in the workplace, a lack of inclusion and collaboration across generations can quietly undermine productivity. In this roundtable, panellists shared actionable insights leaders can use to build ‘intergenerational’ inclusion, moving beyond mere representation toward a workplace culture where generational diversity drives engagement and productivity.
with Protiviti on 29 October 2024
Launching our new eye-opening report, 'When GENERATIONS meet: The productivity potential of multigenerational meetings'. Meetings are at the heart of collaboration and professional relationships, yet they often become a source of generational divides and stress. Catch up on the conversation as we explore how businesses can harness the full potential of all generations to transform meetings into more inclusive and productive spaces.
Lutfey Siddiqi at the World Economic Forum 31 January 2025
In his talk, Lutfey emphasises the need for a multi-faceted approach to address gender inclusion. His insights highlight three key areas that must be tackled in both developed and developing countries:
1. Clear Legal Frameworks – Explicit laws and regulations that ensure gender equality in all sectors.
2. Socio-Cultural Barriers – Identifying and addressing the cultural factors that hinder women’s participation in the workforce.
3. Workplace Conduct – Tackling discriminatory behaviours, both conscious and unconscious, that persist in the workplace.
Sponsored by Protiviti on 22 January 2025
Media headlines and social media frequently pit generations against one another. But in the workplace, a lack of inclusion and collaboration across generations can quietly undermine productivity. In this roundtable, panellists shared actionable insights leaders can use to build ‘intergenerational’ inclusion, moving beyond mere representation toward a workplace culture where generational diversity drives engagement and productivity.
DEI After 5 podcast on 31 December 2024
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson welcomes Dr Daniel Jolles, during this discussion they explore the often-overlooked topic of age diversity in the workplace, discussing the generational miscommunications and differing values that can arise in diverse work environments. Dr Jolles shares insights from his background in corporate project management, highlighting how redundancies disproportionately affect older employees. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on the importance of recognizing and addressing age diversity as part of a broader approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Sponsored by Protiviti on 29 October 2024
Launching our new eye-opening report, 'When GENERATIONS meet: The productivity potential of multigenerational meetings'. Meetings are at the heart of collaboration and professional relationships, yet they often become a source of generational divides and stress. Catch up on the conversation as we explore how businesses can harness the full potential of all generations to transform meetings into more inclusive and productive spaces.
Diverseek Podcast, published 28 August 2024
Dr Daniel Jolles is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Behavioural Science at The Inclusion Initiative. His research primarily focuses on applying behavioural science to issues related to the aging workforce, generational dynamics, and age diversity. During this conversation Daniel discusses career longevity, enhancing workforce participation, and improving the well-being and productivity of employees across all age groups.
PAA Chats on 14 August 2024
How can systems thinking and innovative financial products drive climate and nature investment?
Lutfey Siddiqi, spoke with Philanthropy Asia Alliance about the critical need for targeted education to equip individuals for systems change. He highlighted the International Baccalaureate Diploma’s systems thinking curriculum, which could scale globally and teach students to navigate and lead complex systems.
He also emphasised the need for new asset classes to address climate investment failures and shared insights on structuring philanthropic funding to attract diverse investments.
Public Lecture Program Event on 10 June 2024
Recently there has been a surge in popular voices in social media stating that DEI is bad for business. There has also been a significant reduction in investment in diversity and inclusion by some of the world’s largest firms.
In this talk Grace Lordan outlined the logic behind these arguments, along with the conditions that cause diversity to be problematic for business growth. In contrast, Grace demonstrated the conditions that are needed to reap the rewards from diversity in business.
Online Roundtable on 23 May 2024
The term 'WEIRD' stands for "Western, Educated, Industrialised, Rich, and Democratic", representing a mere 12% of the world's population, yet dominating the narrative in research and DEI conversations. Our aim was to shift the focus towards a more global perspective on DEI, moving beyond the confines of the Americas and Western Europe. Our panel consisted of a diverse group of experts, each bringing a unique perspective to the table. The goal of our facilitated discussion is to explore the significance of moving beyond a focus on WEIRD countries in research as well as global organisations. They delved into the reasons why this shift is crucial and discuss potential strategies for achieving it.
Sponsored by Protiviti on 1 February 2024
A new study by The Inclusion Initiative in partnership with Protiviti will focus on ‘what matters’ in driving productivity and talent retention across generations. This event highlights the findings of our preliminary report, drawing on data from more than 1,400 employees in Finance, Technology and Professional Services. This report shows that firms can do more to harness the benefits of multi-generational teams and highlights tangible, inclusive work practices that drive productivity across generations.
Public Lecture Program Event on 6 November 2023
In the event, Rachel Reeves, the Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, explored overlooked stories of exceptional women in economics. Drawing from her unique perspective as both a woman and an economist, she uncovered the challenges they faced and the broader societal impact when their contributions were undervalued. Participants joined Rachel Reeves for insights, discussions on these remarkable women, and her vision for an inclusive economic future. This event inspired action towards a more equitable economy.
Public Lecture Program Event on 27 June 2023
Gavin discussed various aspects of the racial wealth gap, including the historical and structural factors that have contributed to its persistence, the impact of policies and practices on wealth accumulation among different racial groups, and the role of institutions and individuals in creating and perpetuating these disparities. Drawing on his research and experience, Gavin offered a solution-based framework for addressing the racial wealth gap.
LSE Festival Event on 14 June 2023
In this session, we covered the changes to the workplace owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, the potential changes we expect to see in the future, and the UTOPIA framework, which we developed for the future of financial and professional services.
Hosted by The Inclusion Iniatiative and The London Stock Exchange on 27 April 2023
This event celebrated the launch of our new research grant, in collaboration with the UCL Centre for Education Policy and Equalising Opportunities, the Institute for Fiscal Studies, the University of Warwick and the University of Sheffield, exploring the link between diversity and productivity. This is your chance to get involved in this innovative project, you can expect a fantastic discussion with a panel of senior leaders from the City of London, to learn something new. You can find out more about the work we are doing from our website.
Event hosted by The Inclusion Initiative on 7 March 2023
Weak productivity in Britain is an acute problem. Explanations have included insufficient necessary skills, an overinvestment in unnecessary skills at the university level, capital shallowing and too little creative destruction. In this webinar we explore a different explanation.
We ask whether a failure to recruit and operationalise diverse talent is an underlying root cause of slow growth. Join Grace Lordan where she discussed with a panel of experts the theory and evidence behind the diversity and productivity link.
Public Lecture Program Event on 10 November 2022
Catch up on this event where the speakers discussed the change in human rights policies overtime and the impact of these changes on the workforce. This is a time where the rights of all protected groups are being eroded – to note just two examples, the overturning of Roe vs Wade and the cancellation of the UK’s Safe to be Me landmark LGBT+ summit after an uproar over changes to the planned conversion therapy ban. What can civil society do to fight back against what appears to be an inexorable tide?
Open Door, Open city session on October 14 2022
Vincent Keaveny is the 693rd Lord Mayor of the City of London. He is currently a member of the Policy & Resources Committee and the Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Sub-Committee. He is also a Governor of the City of London School. Vincent is Co-Chair of the HMT & BEIS Socio-Economic Diversity Taskforce.
During his discussion with Karina Robinson he discussed his work on the Socio-Economic Diversity Taskforce, the challenges of dealing with the cost of living crisis and the importance of equality, diversity and inclusivity in the city of London.
Public Lecture Program Event on June 29 2022
Ann Olivarius is a pioneer of the women’s rights movement, instigating change politically, legally, and in the workplace, creating a world where women are safer and more equal in the UK and the USA. She is a trailblazing feminist lawyer who has made tackling sexual harassment and discrimination her life's work. Join Grace Lordan in her conversation with Ann Olivarius as they look back on the progress that women have made over the last 50 years.
Event hosted by TII on 16 June 2022
During this event they will discuss Julia’s role in advocating for the rights of women, LGBTQ+ people and minorities in the workplace. Julia will also talk about being the first ‘out’ gay CEO of the iconic LSE, why she is not afraid to insist that City executives and non-executives should be paid more, and why the UK should fall back in love with financial markets.
Public Lecture Program Event on June 6 2022
As investor interest in ESG (environmental, social, governance) grows, we considered what components of "S" should be prioritised and measured, delving into how the sector could evolve as "S" measurement becomes more sophisticated.
Hosted by The Inclusion Initiative and Special Olympics on 5 May 2022
This discussion included The Inclusion Initiative in collaboration with the movement of Special Olympics for a panel discussion with Special Olympics Athlete Leaders. During the event, the panellists discussed the current work of Special Olympics in support of individuals with intellectual disabilities, on and off the playing field.
Hosted by Systematic Risk Centre and NUS Risk Management Institute on 23 November 2020
Featuring C-suite and senior risk practitioners along with LSE’s Jon Danielsson and Grace Lordan, this panel will take stock of the risk management challenges of 2020 and lessons learnt for the future. Are we framing and approaching risk in the right manner? What has worked and what has not in 2020? What are the practical challenges where the rubber hits the road, and what can academia help with?