EUROUT is Europe's leading LGBTQ+ conference for graduate students and alumni from top business schools, organized annually by the Out in Business Club at London Business School. The 2022 conference marked its 10th anniversary, bringing together delegates from over 20 business schools and more than 15 companies to discuss key issues for the LGBTQ+ community in the business world.
The conference featured a diverse range of sessions covering topics such as equity and inclusion, leadership development, and career advancement for LGBTQ+ professionals. Attendees had the opportunity to engage in panel discussions, workshops, and keynote speeches addressing the challenges and opportunities within the corporate environment.
In addition to the educational sessions, EUROUT 2022 offered numerous networking opportunities, including a career fair connecting students with forward-thinking companies committed to diversity. The event also featured entertainment from comedians and performances by British drag artist Vanity Milan, fostering a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.
EUROUT is designed for LGBTQ+ graduate students, recent alumni, and professionals seeking to connect with like-minded individuals and organizations that champion diversity and inclusion. The conference provides a platform to share experiences, gain insights, and build networks that support personal and professional growth.
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Speakers(13)
Amber Hikes
Deputy Executive Director of Strategy and Culture at ACLU
Amber Hikes is a social justice advocate, community organizer, and TED Talk speaker, known for introducing the More Color, More Pride flag and serving as the ACLU's first Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer.
Birgit Neu
Senior DEI Advisor at Nexus
Birgit Neu is an independent Senior DEI Advisor with experience as Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion at HSBC, recognized for her contributions to diversity and inclusion in various sectors.
Bisi Alimi
Executive Director at Bisi Alimi Foundation
Bisi Alimi is the founder and Executive Director of the Bisi Alimi Foundation, working to accelerate social acceptance of LGBT people in Nigeria, with over 15 years of experience in SOGI advocacy.
Carrie Reiners
Deputy CEO at Albert Kennedy Trust (akt)
Carrie Reiners is the Deputy CEO of the Albert Kennedy Trust, with over 25 years of experience in charitable fundraising and management, focusing on supporting LGBTQ+ youth.
Cary Gibson
Director at KKR & Co.
Cary Gibson is a Director at KKR & Co., serving as COO of Global Wealth Solutions EMEA, with significant experience in investor relations and over ten years in the financial services industry.
Dee Allum
Comedian
Dee Allum is a transgender comedian, recognized as a BBC New Comedy Award Finalist 2022 and known for her performances in various comedy competitions.
Geffrye Parsons
Founder and CEO at The Inclusion Imperative
Geffrye Parsons is the Founder and CEO of The Inclusion Imperative, specializing in promoting LGBTQ+ inclusion, with a 35-year career in financial services and recognition for his inclusion work.
Ken Janssens
Co-Founder at Windo
Ken Janssens is a tech and data executive with over 25 years of experience, co-founder of Windd, and recognized for his advocacy in LGBTQ+ inclusion within the corporate sector.
Kyran Thrax
Actor, Model, and Drag Performer
Kyran Thrax is an actor, model, and drag performer with a BA in acting and contemporary theatre, known for his West End debut in Gals Aloud and advocacy work for survivors of sexual exploitation.
Lesley Wan
General Counsel at FBN Bank
Lesley Wan is the General Counsel for FBN Bank, overseeing legal and regulatory risks, with extensive experience in private practice and corporate law, and recognized for her contributions to diversity and inclusion.
Maryam Din
Director at TransActual
Maryam Din is a queer non-binary woman, Muslim, and activist, serving as a Director at TransActual, focusing on equality, diversity, inclusion, and community engagement for trans people.
Minisha Goel
Consultant and Trainer at General Purpose AI
Minisha Goel is a consultant and trainer specializing in upskilling non-technical professionals with Generative AI, focusing on practical AI applications for streamlining operations and business processes.
Victoria Olsina
Comedian
Victoria Olsina is a lesbian Argentinian immigrant and comedian, winner of LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year 2022, known for her dry, dark humor and co-founding queer women comedy nights.
Event Details
- Date
- November 17-19, 2022
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
- London Business School
- Audience
- LGBTQ+ graduate students, recent alumni, and professionals
- Attendees
- Over 250 attendees