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EP114: "A Personal Journey to Revolutionizing Workplace Inclusion & Diversity" - Ray Rhodes, Head of Inclusion & Diversity, RX
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Ray Rhodes, the Head of Inclusion and Diversity (I&D) at RX, shares his journey from personal struggles as part of the LGBTQI+ community in a conservative setting to spearheading global I&D initiatives. Through the establishment of employee resource groups and a focus on psychological safety, Ray illustrates the significant cultural transformation within RX, emphasizing inclusive practices that have integrated into the organization's operational ethos. He discusses strategies for fostering inclusive environments at events and the broader implications for employee and customer experiences. About The Guest Ray Rhodes joined RX (Reed Exhibitions) in 2007 as a Director of Human Resources for the US business and became the Director of Learning and Talent Development in 2014. After several years of intensive engagement with Inclusion and Diversity programming, he was appointed the Head of Inclusion and Diversity for the business in April 2021. Ray has launched a number of important initiatives across RX, including forming the RX Global Inclusion Council, an I&D advisory board comprised of RX colleagues from 19 countries, representing many cultures and diversity dimensions. He has developed and implemented the Global I&D strategy for the business and oversees the delivery of programs that promote unconscious bias awareness, team psychological safety, equality allyship and inclusive leadership. Prior to joining RX, Ray served as Vice President of Human Resources for The Bank of New York for thirteen years. He and his partner Joseph reside in Connecticut, USA. The Dan Assor Show Headline Sponsor is Jonas Event Technology - an award-winning event registration supplier for organisers of trade shows, exhibitions and conferences. https://jonas.events/
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