Under the Global Umbrella

In this episode of Under the Global Umbrella, hosts Char Bailey and Kat Parsons welcome Florence Henderson, Head of Inclusion for Europe, the Middle East and Africa at Moody’s. Florence shares her inspiring journey from joining Moody’s in an administrative role to becoming an award-winning inclusion leader, recognised at the 2025 European Diversity Awards. Together, they explore the power of business resource groups, senior leadership and adapting inclusion strategies across different countries and cultures. Florence also discusses menopause in the workplace, wellbeing and why diverse perspectives are essential for business success. Warm, honest and full of practical insight, it is an uplifting conversation about respect, everyday kindness and creating workplaces where everyone can truly belong.

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.