Diversity Champion of the Year

Prasad Hattikudur, Deutsche Bank
As Co-Chair of dbPride UKI and DEI leader, he has shaped award-winning strategies, driving inclusive leadership and impactful change to help businesses operate smarter and safer.

Emily Warren, Avanade 
Emily Warren, Director of Inclusion, Diversity & Wellbeing at Avanade, leads global wellbeing initiatives, addressing diverse generational needs and supporting 17,000+ employees across 26 countries.

Zoe Brunswick, RSK Group 
Zoe Brunswick, Group HR Director at RSK, champions neurodiversity and broader inclusion through employee-led networks, industry collaboration, flexible policies, and school‑engagement—empowering diverse voices and shaping equitable workplace culture.

Chanelle Gray, Savills UK 
Chanelle Gray has been Head of Diversity & Inclusion at Savills UK since March 2022, leading strategy, staff wellbeing, six inclusion networks, award-winning apprenticeship outreach, and earning D&I Leader of the Year honours.

Deon Fang, Morrison Foerster
Deon advances LGBTQ+ rights through strategic pro bono litigation, including landmark cases on non-binary identities and conversion therapy. He has also support LGBTQ+ charities and advocate for inclusion, particularly for underrepresented groups, within MoFo’s LGBTQ+ Affinity Network.

Adrian Mardell, Jaguar Land Rover
Adrian, as CEO of JLR, is highly dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion. He has actively fostered a culture of acceptance and equality, supporting LGBTQ+ rights and demonstrating strong allyship, including participating in Birmingham Pride.

Zoe Megins-Davies, Liverpool City Region Combined AuthorIty
Zoe is an equality and diversity leader, arts consultant, and researcher with expertise in LGBTQ+ and disability rights. Zoe leads projects in music, cultural policy, and community engagement.

Jim Ford, A&O Shearman
Jim Ford is a Partner at A&O Shearman, Global Co‑Head of Digital, Data, IP & Tech, and Life Sciences Sector Lead. He co‑chairs the global LGBTQ+ network and drives holistic inclusion across the firm.

Jak Matthews, BT Group
Jak is an experienced Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professional, advocating for authentic action. She leads initiatives in LGBTQIA+ inclusion, workplace education, and volunteering with various organizations like Birmingham Pride.

Deborah Nutt, Arcadis
Deborah is a strong advocate for diversity in engineering, Deborah encourages young girls to pursue careers in the built environment, highlighting the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Kushal Khandhar, Boston Consulting Group
Kushal Khandhar is a Director at Boston Consulting Group and Global Pride@BCG lead, driving LGBTQ+ inclusion through global networks, policy reforms, thought leadership, and award-winning initiatives like BCG’s Out@Work Barometer and Trailblazer of the Year 2023.

Florence Henderson, Moody’s
Florence Henderson champions diversity as Moody’s Inclusion Lead, driving impactful change across EMEA through strategic initiatives, inclusive leadership, and advocacy—making workplaces more equitable.

Helen Holt, Eco Providers
Helen is a driving force behind ECO Providers’ inclusive, people-first culture—championing wellbeing, diversity, and belonging through creative initiatives that ensure every colleague feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.