Zaheer Ahmad is a prominent voice on race and ethnicity and currently serves as the Global Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Haleon, a world-leading health company. As a multi-award-winning thought leader in diversity, equity and inclusion, Zaheer is a highly sought-after advisor to leading public and private sector organisations seeking advice on social mobility, culture, employee relations, retention, belonging and diversity and inclusion. When booked for speaking engagements, he delivers impactful presentations on intersectionality, social mobility, cultural change and diversity and inclusion.
A highly decorated former police officer, Zaheer served in multiple departments, and was a member of five National Police boards such as the Ministerial Progression Board and the National Equality Diversity and Human Rights Board. Since leaving the force, Zaheer has held several jobs in the field of diversity and inclusion. In 2019, he joined EY as Head of Strategic Delivery, Diversity & Inclusiveness before working as Global Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at GSK. Moreover, Zaheer holds several advisory positions with leading organisations, including the Chartered Management Institute, the British Academy of Management, World 50 and City and Guilds.
Zaheer is also a Leadership Fellow at the Society of Leadership Fellows, where he has close contact with some of the world’s most influential leaders. In 2022, he became an Independent Panel Member with the Premier League Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Standards, which supports all 20 Premier League clubs and multiple English Football Leagues to embed EDI across their organisations. In his illustrious career, Zaheer has contributed to various high-profile reports and projects, such as the Government backed Parker Review and the FTSE 500 McKenzie-Delis Pack Review, among others.
Recognised for his distinguished knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Zaheer has received multiple awards, including the European Diversity Hero of the Year Award, Ethnicity in the City Inspirational Leader Award, and was named on the Global Diversity Top 20 D&I professionals list for two years running. Zaheer now empowers people across the globe with his deeply insightful speaking sessions, where he eloquently discusses social mobility, cultural change, intersectionality and diversity and inclusion. A multi-award-winning diversity, equity and inclusion thought leader, book Zaheer Ahmad now!
How to hire Zaheer Ahmad
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Zaheer Ahmad for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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Zaheer Ahmed's official speaking topics include:
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Equity and Equality
- Belonging
- Intersectionality
- Social Mobility – Socio Economic Diversity
- Culture Change
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Just wow, oh my goodness I perhaps think as speakers you perhaps don't realise just how insightful and educational the session was for the attendees. The networking breakout was just filled with people who were a mixture of blown away, appreciation and a bit of emotion too. We had a CEO say that "I just need to hear and learn so much more. - Chloe, Salesforce
Thank you for speaking at the event, the feedback was extremely positive. People loved it all across. I received comments from Australia, Dubai, India, China and Europe. Thank you once again. - Munira, VFS
The insights, perspectives, and experiences you shared during the event would be of tremendous benefit to our participants. Indeed, your involvement added much value and made the event most memorable. We are grateful for the time and effort you took to share your thoughts with us. - Udy, University of Bradford
I wanted to say a huge thank you on behalf of Richmond Events for your time and commitment to The Market Insight Forum. There was certainly a great buzz about it and already we have received some fantastic feedback. - Emma, Richmond Events
Thank you so much for your time and such great contribution. I personally enjoyed a lot listening to you and learning all those valuable information you shared. - GMZE, TME
- 2022 - Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Haleon
- 2022 - Independent Panel Member - Premier League Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Standards, The Premier League
- 2021 - Advisor- Socio-Economic Diversity Taskforce, City of London Corporation
- 2021 - Leadership Fellow, Society of Leadership Fellows
- 2021 - Board Member - Industry Skills Board, City & Guilds
- 2021 - Advisory Board Member - Inclusion & Diversity, World 50, Inc.
- 2021 - Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Consumer Healthcare, GSK
- 2020 - Member- Advisory Board- Strategic Projects- Mental Health and Wellbeing in Academia, British Academy of Management
- 2020 - Member- Advisory Committee for Race Equity, Chartered Management Institute
- 2019 - Head Of Strategic Delivery, Diversity & Inclusiveness , EY
