Inclusive Disruption

How happy is the modern workplace? In this episode, Charlotte Sweeney OBE interviews Lord Mark Price on the global happiness gap, employee engagement trends, and the Happiness Charter, redefining how we think about work. Learn the six key drivers of happiness at work and discover what leaders can do to create inclusive, high-performing cultures across generations.

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In this first episode of our new bite-sized series, Charlotte shares five key reflections on focus, a theme that has consistently emerged in her recent conversations with leaders across events, roundtables, and executive sessions.

From cutting through the jargon to embracing the power of pause, this short episode explores how the way we direct our attention can either accelerate or stall inclusive change.

Adapted from Charlotte’s original article, available here.

What does social mobility really mean, and why are so many organisations getting it wrong? In this episode, Charlotte speaks with Sarah Davenport, CEO of The Brokerage, about unpacking social mobility because career ladders don’t come with assembly instructions.

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From Star Trek starships to spreadsheets: Discover how Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey’s childhood love of a sci-fi classic and his career as a chartered accountant came together to shape his journey into DE&I. Joined by host Charlotte Sweeney OBE, he takes part in a candid, insightful conversation exploring how trust, credibility, and measurable outcomes can turn inclusion from a buzzword into real impact.

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In this episode, Charlotte Sweeney OBE speaks with John O’Brien MBE, founder of Anthropy, about how it fosters inclusive conversations and amplifies diverse voices in shaping the future of leadership. They discuss the importance of emerging leaders, the need for dynamic, values-driven stewardship, and the power of cross-sector collaboration. John also shares how Anthropy inspires ongoing commitment and collective action to build a more inclusive Britain and offers a glimpse into what’s planned for the national gathering in 2026. Follow us:

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Join Meera Somji, founder of Clusivity, and host Charlotte Sweeney OBE as they explore how data can unlock real change, why survey fatigue sets in, and how small, intentional steps can lead to significant impact.

Learn how to harness the power of storytelling to build a persuasive business case for data collection, secure organisational buy-in, and create a data-driven DEI strategy that truly works.

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In this episode Charlotte Sweeney speaks with Tiernan Brady, Director of Inclusion at Clifford Chance and a leading human rights advocate and activist. Having played a key role in the successful same-sex marriage campaigns in Ireland and Australia. He emphasises the current need for organisations to "build spaces for conversation, not debate" and create pathways that meet people wherever they are on their inclusion journey. From addressing backlash and avoiding political polarisation to bringing leaders on board, this is a must-listen for anyone striving to drive inclusion in today’s ever-evolving climate.

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Geoffrey Williams, Vice President of Colleague Attraction and Inclusion at Burberry, joins host Charlotte Sweeney, OBE for an insightful conversation about takeaways from his notable journey into DEI leadership.

From his early days at the BRIT School for Performing Arts to a career in artist management, and eventually leading transformative DEI initiatives for global brands, Geoffrey shares how his diverse experiences shaped his approach to leadership. He explores the power of people-centred leadership, the critical role of engaging younger generations, and his work co-founding the social enterprise Rocking Your Teens, as well as chairing the Bernie Grant Arts Centre.

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In a time of rapid change and evolving expectations, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) can feel like a daunting challenge—especially as backlash and confusion around these efforts continue to rise. But at the heart of it, many of us simply want to be the best leaders we can be.

In this episode, host Charlotte Sweeney, OBE, is joined by Jim Rottman, former Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion for Volvo Cars and

Together, they discuss the importance of aligning workplace culture with organisational values, emphasising that to truly thrive, we must

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Loris Vivien, Global Social Sustainability Manager at JDE Peets, joins Charlotte Sweeney OBE and shares his personal why for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).

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