In this episode of Under the Global Umbrella, hosts Char Bailey and Kat Parsons welcome Jennifer Thomas, Global Head of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG). Jennifer shares her journey from leading communications into one of the UK's most influential DEI leadership roles, offering honest insights into what it takes to build inclusive workplaces on a global scale. Together, they explore the importance of leadership, authenticity, employee networks and creating meaningful, lasting change. The conversation also highlights LSEG's longstanding support of the British Diversity Awards and other Diversity Umbrella events, celebrating the partnerships and people driving progress. It's an inspiring and practical discussion for anyone passionate about belonging, inclusion and leadership.

In this special pre-episode of Under the Global Umbrella, hosts Char Bailey and Kat Parsons introduce listeners to the next chapter of Diversity Umbrella. Kat reflects on her journey from award-winning diversity leader to becoming the organisation's new CEO, sharing why the opportunity was impossible to resist. Together, they discuss the incredible legacy created by founder Linda Riley, the evolution of the European Diversity Awards, British Diversity Awards, Rainbow Honours and Employee Network Awards, and the growing importance of recognising those driving inclusion in workplaces around the world. It's an honest conversation about leadership, legacy and ambition, offering an inspiring behind-the-scenes look at the organisation and the vision for its future.