Ursula Tavender

A standout moment: partnering with Pfizer UK to cut their gender pay gap from 15.9% to 6.6% in just four years. Through the Inclusive Workplace Conference (acquired in Jan 2025 by Mark Allen Exhibitions) I’ve also convened 2,000+ senior leaders and 350+ expert speakers to move inclusive innovation forward faster. I continue to act as an advisor, ensuring the annual programme meets the evolving needs of the leaders within our community. Alongside this, I equip individuals to claim visibility as a strategic skill. This led to The Visibility Advantage (Summer 2025), co-authored with my co-founder Dagmar Albers; a practical toolkit for building influence, confidence and career agility without the ick factor. Outside of my core work, I mentor young women through The Girls’ Network, helping them build networks and realise their potential. Named one of HR Magazine’s Top 10 Most Influential Thinkers in 2024 and 2025 and a UN Women CSW69 Delegate, I am driven by a singular mission: To ensure people are not just included in the future of work, but positioned to lead it.