Episode 23 - The Name I Grew Into with Darain Faraz

In this powerful episode of Leadership in Colour, Shez Iqbal sits down with Darain – Co-founder of People Like Us, a movement reshaping conversations around diversity, ethnicity pay gaps, and representation across PR, communications, and the wider creative industry.From waiting tables at 16…to launching viral club nights…to becoming a PR leader across Australia and the UK…to shaping global brand marketing at LinkedIn…Darren’s journey is anything but ordinary.🔥 He opens up about:Building People Like Us with his brother to challenge the ethnicity pay gapWhat it was like working at MySpace during its explosive peak and seeing Facebook quietly take overThe reality of walking into rooms where almost no one looked like himHow gratitude and ambition shaped his early careerThe moment he realized the industry desperately needed diversity — and decided to do something about itHis story is bold, reflective, hilarious in parts, and deeply inspiring throughout.If you care about leadership, equity, representation, career growth, identity, or breaking barriers, this episode will move you — and stay with you.🎧 Tap play to hear the raw truth behind People Like Us, the power of representation, and the journey of a leader who refused to stay silent.Your feedback is always welcome, as we strive to enhance the content's value for you. Enjoy Leadership in Colour - Voices you may not have heard from before.