WarnerMedia has announced the appointment of Asif Sadiq to the newly created role of Senior Vice President Equity and Inclusion, International.
The announcement was made by Christy Haubegger, Executive Vice President, Communications and Chief Inclusion Officer, to whom Sadiq will directly report. He will be based in London and joins the Equity and Inclusion leadership team to implement a comprehensive strategy to address all aspects of diversity across the company’s workforce, programmes, content, suppliers and community. Sadiq will also work closely with Gerhard Zeiler, Head of WarnerMedia International, and his International leadership team.
“Asif’s proven track record and innovation around equity and inclusion makes him the ideal choice as we continue to build on WarnerMedia’s global strategy towards an equitable and inclusive company,” stated Haubegger. “We know his experience and knowledge will aid us greatly in our efforts to advance business growth through an inclusive workforce and content that reflects the global audience we serve.”
RICH DIVERSITY & INCLUSION EXPERIENCE
Sadiq has a long and rich career in the diversity and inclusion space, having held several senior executive roles at organisations like adidas, The Telegraph Media Group, EY Financial Services and the City of London Police. He has been identified as one of the most influential Global D&I Leaders by Hive Learning; and occupies a place on the CIPD’s Top 20 Power List. Sadiq has received numerous awards, including the highly commended Head of Diversity Award at the European Diversity Awards. He was also honoured with an MBE in 2017 by the Queen and granted the freedom of the City of London in 2016.
Commenting on the new role, Sadiq stated: “I am looking forward to joining Christy and the WarnerMedia Equity & Inclusion team. We have a clear mission ahead of us; and I welcome the opportunity to be part of a lasting effort to drive innovation through inclusion across WarnerMedia and its brands.”
In addition to his accolades, Sadiq is currently a leadership fellow at St George’s House at Windsor Castle, co-author of Global Diversity Management and Diversity Management that Works; and an alumni of the International Visitor Leadership Program, the US Department of State’s premier professional exchange programme. He also continues to be a highly sought-after speaker and commentator in the diversity and inclusion space. Sadiq will be speaking at the next d&i Global Leaders Forum in June, as reported.
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