About John

John is the Chair of Inclusive Employers, joining the organisation in October 2022 to oversee strategic direction and provide guidance to the board and wider team. His leadership supports our mission to remain one of the world’s leading experts in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), helping employers across all sectors build inclusive workplaces globally.

With over 25 years of board-level experience, John has worked as a CEO, Non-Executive Director, and Chairman, primarily in healthcare. In recent years, he has focused on mission-led organisations that deliver measurable social impact, aligning perfectly with Inclusive Employers’ vision for a fairer, more inclusive society.

Experience

John’s extensive experience includes:

• Leading strategic growth for mission-driven organisations
• Advising boards and executive teams on governance and organisational development
• Driving cultural change and inclusion initiatives at scale
• Supporting businesses to align commercial success with social responsibility

His expertise in leadership and governance ensures Inclusive Employers continues to deliver innovative EDI solutions for HR professionals and organisations worldwide.

Skills

John brings a wealth of leadership and strategic insight to his role. His key skills include:

• Board governance and organisational strategy
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Business transformation and cultural change leadership
• Risk management and operational oversight

His ability to combine commercial acumen with a passion for inclusion makes him a trusted advisor for organisations seeking sustainable change.

Achievements

Throughout his career, John has led companies delivering frontline health and social care services to over a million people, creating tangible impact on communities. He is also proud of his sporting achievement: completing the London-Paris 24 Hour Bike Ride, a challenge that tested endurance and resilience.

His guiding principle:

“Don’t listen to others when they try to put you down. Trust yourself.”

Connect with our inclusion professionals

Our team can provide expert support to advance your inclusion journey. If you would like to explore how our colleagues could work with your organisation to create an inclusive work culture, complete our contact us form and a friendly member of our team will be in touch.