The 2025 Inclusive Awards celebrated this year’s inclusion and belonging trailblazers at London’s Hurlingham Club.
The ceremony, organised by Inclusive Companies and sponsored by TalkTalk, took place on 27 November 2025 and brought together leading diversity advocates, organisation and public figures to recognise individuals and teams driving meaningful change in workplaces and communities. This year’s winners span a diverse range of sectors, demonstrating just how far-reaching and essential this work has become.
All awards submissions were rigorously assessed by an independent judging panel. They looked beyond written policies to uncover evidence of real, lasting impact from nominees dedicated to advancing diversity, inclusion, equality and equity. A special Lifetime Achiever Award was presented to Dr Vanessa Vallely OBE, Founder & CEO of We Are The City. She was recognised for her longstanding dedication to empowering others and championing inclusion.
GROWING COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION
“Since launching the Inclusive Awards over a decade ago, our collective commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion has grown stronger than ever. Meaningful change requires ongoing dedication, and the remarkable efforts of this year’s finalists remind us of what is possible,” shared Paul Sesay, CEO of Inclusive Companies. “By celebrating their impact and elevating their voices, the Inclusive Awards inspire organisations to push boundaries, challenge norms and champion inclusion in ways that create lasting transformation.”
Hosting the awards for the first time, journalist and TV presenter Louise Minchin said: “It was an honour hosting the Inclusive Awards and meeting those incredible individuals and organisations who have upheld their DEI values to improve working environments and enrich lives. This event reminds us of the transformative power of equity in our workplaces and communities.”
2025’S INCLUSIVE AWARDS WINNERS
This year’s 2025 Inclusive Awards winners by category include:
- Head of Diversity & Inclusion
Winner: Katy Hall (NES Fircroft)
Highly Commended: Marie Helene-Tyack (Allianz) - Consultancy of the Year
Winner: Be What You See
Highly Commended: Bempong Talking Therapy - D&I Tech Initiative
Winner: Nimbus Disability
Highly Commended: MagicSauce.Online - Inclusive Culture Initiative
Winner: Matchtech
Highly Commended: Colt Technology Services - Outstanding Diversity Network
Winner: Bmet BAME Network
Highly Commended: OVO Pride - Social Mobility Project
Winner: National Grid
Highly Commended: Sumo Digital Academy - Diversity Team of the Year
Winner: YHA People & EDI Team
Highly Commended: Savills D&I Team - Chief Executive of the Year – Sponsored by TalkTalk
Winner: Gary Harrold (SPS UK and Ireland)
Highly Commended: Yvonne Field (Ubele Initiative) - Lifetime Achiever Award
Dr Vanessa Vallely OBE, Founder & CEO, We Are The City
INCLUSIVE TOP 50 UK EMPLOYERS
The evening also saw the announcement of the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers (IT50) 2025 list, recognising the nation’s most inclusive organisations across all diversity strands: age, disability, gender, LGBTQ+, race, faith, and religion.
Kantar secured the top position, followed by Touchstone, The Co-op Group, United Utilities, and Capgemini. Check out the full list here.
DIVERSITY POWER LIST 2025/6
Additionally, the prestigious 2025/26 Diversity Power List honoured 50 influential leaders whose commitment to inclusion is making a profound impact across the UK. Fair Play Talks’ Founder Pepi Sappal was among those recognised this year, joining a distinguished group of leaders driving real change across the UK. Check out the full list here.
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