DEIB Conference 2025 — Shape the Future of Inclusive Workplaces
The DEIB Conference 2025 offers a full-day immersive experience designed to empower leaders, HR professionals, and DEIB specialists with the insights and tools needed to drive meaningful change across their organizations.
Tailor Your DEIB 2025 Experience with Three Curated Tracks Featuring 13 Inspiring Speakers and Experts – Designed to Meet Your Organization’s Unique Needs
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Join us for a full-day immersive experience designed to transform how you lead, work, and build inclusive organizations. With three curated tracks and 13 inspiring speakers, you’ll tailor your day to your organization’s unique needs—and leave with clear strategies to drive real change.
The conference will take place on November 26 at Scandic Falkoner in Copenhagen.
Customize DEIB 2025 to Your Company’s Needs with Three Tracks and a Total of 13 speakers and experts
Whether you work in a global corporation or a smaller company, you’ll get concrete advice and tools to make a tangible difference in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
What You’ll Gain
Join us for a day packed with actionable knowledge, inspiration, and tangible strategies. Whether you’re laying the foundation for your DEIB efforts or looking to scale your current initiatives, this conference will help you:
- Align workplace culture with the values of emerging generations
- Gain Insight from Real-Life Stories and Case Studies
- Strengthen psychological safety and a sense of belonging in teams
- Embrace your employees to unlock diverse talent and drive bottom-line growth through inclusive workplace practices
- Integrate DEIB deeply into your business strategy
Why Attend?
The DEIB Conference 2025 isn’t just about inspiration—it’s about transformation. You’ll walk away with clear insights, best practices, and the motivation to take DEIB from intention to execution. Whether you’re a multinational company or a growing organization, this is your chance to shape the culture of tomorrow—today.
DEIB has long been one of the top priorities in Danish companies, but we are still far from achieving equal opportunities in the business world.
Conference Program
All keynotes and workshops are held in English
08.15-08.45: Arrival and breakfast
08.45-09.00: Welcome by the conference host Abdel Aziz Mahmoud
09.00-09.50: Keynote: Dr. Poornima Luthra – “Five skills needed to effectively lead through bias”
— Go to your selected breakout session – 10 min —
10.00-10.50 – Track 1: Specialisterne – Carsten Lassen – “Turning Neurodiversity into a Business Advantage”
10.00-10.50 – Track 2: Johan Lauritsen – “PERSPECT!VE – Seeing Life Through a New Lens”
10.00-11.50 – Track 3: Workshop 1 with Nicklas Pyrdol – “Making your attraction and recruitment more inclusive”
— Go to your selected breakout session – 10 min —
11.00-11.50 – Track 1: EY, Julie Gerdes & Heather Tartagila – “Neurodiversity policy for your workforce – not just doing what’s right but what’s smart!”
11.00-11.50 – Track 2: Sandie West – “Leading Through Loss: Supporting Grief with Compassion and Strategy in the Workplace”
11.50-12.50 – Lunch
— Go to your selected breakout session – 10 min —
12.50-13.40 – Track 1: Jalal Arabi – “Between Worlds: A Trans Journey of Identity, Culture, and Belonging”
12.50-13.40 – Track 2: Camilla Kring – “Chronoleadership – A Call for Chronodiversity, Chronoequity and Chronoinclusion”
12.50-14.40 – Track 3: Workshop 2 with Nicklas Pyrdol – “Making your attraction and recruitment more inclusive”
— Go to your selected breakout session – 10 min —
13.50-14.40 – Track 1: Danske Bank, Mette Buhl – “Psychological Safety: The Common Denominator in High-Performing Teams”
13.50-14.40 – Track 2: Emilia van Hauen – “Beloved or Brutal Belonging”
— Pause – 25 min – Coffee and cake —
15.05-15.50: Keynote: Matt Lindley – “Diversity and Inclusion”
15.50-16.00: Closing remarks
DR. POORNIMA LUTHRA (SGP)
Keynote: 09.00-09.50
Professor in DE&I at CBS and TEDx speaker – “Five skills needed to effectively lead through bias”
In this keynote, Dr. Poornima Luthra will delve into the five skills needed to effectively lead through bias. Bias is everywhere – in us, in others and in our organisational processes. Given this, learning how to effectively block the influence of bias in decision making and workplace interactions is key. Join us in exploring these five skills.
Track 1: CARSTEN LASSEN
10.00-10.50
CEO, Specialisterne – “Turning Neurodiversity into a Business Advantage”
The world is driven by technological innovation. And the companies that will win the future are those that find the talent others overlook. In a time where the competition for IT and tech specialists is fiercer than ever, it doesn’t help to look for those who fit into the box—it’s about finding those who think outside of it. There is a sea of untapped talent—but no one is fishing in it.
Specialisterne has over 20 years of successful experience in finding, developing, and matching IT and tech specialists with autism and similar qualities with companies in need of skills in areas such as software development, data management, cybersecurity, and quality assurance.
Hear Carsten Lassen CEO of Specialisterne unfold how to tap into the unused pool of neurodivergent talent and at the same time create a neurodiverse friendly environment in your company – a change that benefits all your employees.
Track 2: JOHAN LAURITSEN
10.00-10.50
CEO and founder of the company PROBE – “PERSPECT!VE – Seeing Life Through a New Lens”
Join Johan Lauritsen as he invites you to see life from a different perspective. As a wheelchair user living with spinal muscular atrophy, Johan shares his personal story with depth, humor, and honesty—challenging assumptions and expanding our understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Through a DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging) lens, Johan’s keynote explores how people with visible and invisible disabilities navigate everyday life, systemic barriers, and social bias. He sheds light on how we, as organizations and individuals, can create environments where all voices are heard and everyone can thrive—regardless of physical ability.
Track 3: NICKLAS PYRDOL
10.00-11.50 – Workshop 1
HR Influencer and Expert in Recruitment and Talent Development – “Making your attraction and recruitment more inclusive”
Unfortunately, we must admit that there are still several demographics that have challenges getting into the job market or getting the jobs they are qualified for.
But attraction and recruitment in a DEIB-perspective is somewhat of a paradox. The process itself has the purpose of de-selecting 99% of all people to hire one and thereby it is designed to exclude. But how do we ensure that the exclusion does not unconsciously or consciously affect people who would thrive in the role and company, based on diversity factors?
Max. 50 participants
Track 1: JULIE GERDES & HEATHER TARTAGLIA (US)
11.00-11.50
Julie Gerdes, Partner, Head of People Sustainability, EY DK & Heather Tartagila, Global Neurodiversity Center of Excellence, Implementation Leader, EY US
Approximately 15-20% of the workforce is neurodivergent being the new large minority group. Over 50 % of Gen Z identify as ‘definitely’ (22 %) or ‘somewhat’ (31 %) neurodiverse.
Reality is: a significant portion of the talent pool in your business is neurodivergent and must be retained – this calls for action now. It’s not just about doing what’s right; it’s about doing what’s smart. Neuro-inclusive organizations are better positioned to win the war of the talent, innovate, adapt, and ultimately, succeed.
Track 2: SANDIE WEST
11.00-11.50
Danish journalist, author, and podcast host – “Leading Through Loss: Supporting Grief with Compassion and Strategy in the Workplace”
Grief is an inevitable part of life, yet many workplaces struggle to navigate how best to support employees experiencing loss. How can leaders and HR professionals create a culture of empathy while maintaining productivity? What concrete steps can organizations take to ensure a grieving employee feels seen, supported, and able to reintegrate into work at their own pace?
In this session Sandie Westh will provide strategic insights into managing grief in the workplace. Drawing from both personal experience and extensive research, she will explore best practices for leadership and HR professionals working at a tactical and strategic level.
Track 1: JALAL ARABI
12.50-13.40
Danish-Palestinian comedian, speaker, and activist – “Between Worlds: A Trans Journey of Identity, Culture, and Belonging”
In this talk, Jalal Arabi shares his personal story of navigating life as a transgender man with Palestinian roots in Denmark. With a mix of humor and sincerity, he delves into the challenges and triumphs of breaking norms and expectations. The talk offers insight into identity, belonging, and finding one’s place in the world when existing at the intersection of multiple minorities. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, Jalal invites the audience to reconsider their own biases and perspectives on gender, culture, and identity.
Track 2: CAMILLA KRING
12.50-13.40
Founder of Super Navigator – “Chronoleadership – A Call for Chronodiversity, Chronoequity and Chronoinclusion”
Humans are born with a circadian rhythm – a sleep-wake rhythm. Variations in human genes cause us to sleep and wake at different times of the day. You are genetically predisposed to be either a morning person or an evening person.
Knowledge-based societies requires an inclusion of different circadian rhythms, and there is much to be gained for individuals, for companies, and for society if we let go of prejudices and create social acceptance and respect for our diversity in circadian rhythms. Chronoleadership is a new framework for creating attractive and productive workplaces for both morning persons and evening persons.
Track 3: NICKLAS PYRDOL
12.50-14.40: Workshop 2
HR Influencer and Expert in Recruitment and Talent Development – “Making your attraction and recruitment more inclusive”
Unfortunately, we must admit that there are still several demographics that have challenges getting into the job market or getting the jobs they are qualified for.
But attraction and recruitment in a DEIB-perspective is somewhat of a paradox. The process itself has the purpose of de-selecting 99% of all people to hire one and thereby it is designed to exclude. But how do we ensure that the exclusion does not unconsciously or consciously affect people who would thrive in the role and company, based on diversity factors?
Max. 50 participants
Track 1: METTE BUHL
13.50-14.40
Danske Bank – “Psychological Safety: The Common Denominator in High-Performing Teams”
In this insightful session, Mette Buhl Christoffersen will explore the strategic role Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) plays in aligning with corporate strategies and meeting the stringent requirements of the new EU CSR Directives. Centered on Danske Bank’s innovative partnership with the NGO ReDI School, Mette will delve into how this collaboration has effectively integrated migrant and refugee women into the tech workforce through a robust fellowship model.
With more than 50% of these interns transitioning into permanent roles, this partnership not only promotes social integration but also illustrates the tangible business benefits of strategic DEI initiatives. Attendees will gain valuable insights into leveraging DEI as a potent enabler for business success and CSR requirements.
Track 2: EMILIA VAN HAUEN
13.50-14.40
Sociologist and keynote speaker – “Beloved or Brutal Belonging”
No matter who we are, we humans need two things in our lives to feel that our lives have meaning and direction. One is that we belong to a community, and the other is that we contribute to the community with something of value to the group.
In the past these communities were much more given – also in the workplaces – than they are today, so what can you do to create a good community where everyone feels like they belong? What does it mean to have a neo-tribal community and why is that the future? And how can we create belonging instead of withholding?
MATT LINDLEY (UK)
Keynote: 15.05-15.50
Diversity expert and former RAF pilot – “Diversity and Inclusion“
As one of the Royal Air Force’s first openly gay pilots, Matt Lindley shares a powerful story of resilience and courage. When he first joined the RAF, being open about his sexuality could have led to imprisonment—forcing him to hide a fundamental part of his identity. In this keynote, Matt draws on his personal journey and professional expertise in psychology to explore the vital connection between performance and well-being.
Far more than a coming-out story, this is a compelling account of determination, inner strength, and the power of authenticity. Attendees will gain insight into inclusive leadership and learn how empathy and mental resilience can shape healthier, higher-performing workplace cultures.
Your personal takeaway
The DEIB Conference inspires you by presenting the latest trends and insights within diversity, equity, and inclusion. The talks focus on how you can leverage DE&I initiatives to generate tangible business benefits such as increased innovation, improved employee engagement, and a stronger market position.
The conference offers insights into current best practices, showing how you can integrate DE&I into your core business to enhance efficiency and boost competitiveness. You’ll gain inspiration to implement solutions that not only promote diversity and inclusion but also directly contribute to your company’s growth and success.
The conference emphasizes that DEIB is a strategic investment that can increase your company’s profitability and ensure long-term success in an increasingly complex and diverse market.
Your company's takeaway
The conference provides insight into the latest trends and inspirations within diversity, equity, and inclusion that can be directly integrated into your company’s strategic initiatives.
By participating, your company will gain concrete tools and best practices to strengthen DEIB efforts, which can lead to increased innovation, improved employee engagement, and a stronger market position. Your organization will gain a clearer understanding of how to implement DEIB effectively to maximize business benefits and achieve a competitive advantage.
Furthermore, the conference emphasizes that DEIB is not merely an HR focus but a strategic investment that can contribute to increased profitability and ensure long-term success in a complex and diverse market.
Meet the Exhibitors
At the DEIB Conference 2025, the learning doesn’t stop in the sessions. Our dedicated Exhibitor Zone brings together a handpicked selection of organizations offering cutting-edge tools, services, and solutions that support diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces.
ReDi School of Digital Integration
Founded in 2015, ReDI School of Digital Integration is a non-profit tech school providing migrants and marginalized locals free and equitable access to digital education. We offer our learners high quality coding and basic computer courses in combination with a unique career and mentorship program, which includes the chance to collaborate with tech companies, startups and digital industry leaders. Our aim is to provide our learners with valuable digital skills, a growth mindset, strengthened career skills and a strong network of tech professionals to help create new opportunities for all.
SPECIALISTERNE
We train both employees and leaders to embrace diversity in the workplace, with a particular focus on candidates with autism, ADHD, and similar traits.
By fostering an inclusive environment for these specialists, the companies we partner with often experience a range of positive side effects. Many report improvements in internal communication, productivity, and overall team spirit—naturally cultivating a deeper sense of belonging and love for the workplace among all employees.
Beyond Talents
Beyond Talents is a consulting and recruitment company helping Nordic companies with creating organizations where every individual can thrive in their own right. Working from an evidence-based framework and combining the People & Culture approach with an Operational Infrastructure approach, we believe that people and processes go hand in hand.
Visit the Beyond Talents stand where CEO & Founder Nicklas Pyrdol as well as Head of Strategy & Operations, Nikolaj Sandvad, will be present and ready to share insights and give specific inspiration and input to your DEIB attraction and recruitment.
Practical information
Everything you need to know about the DEIB Conference 2025—venue details, how to choose your tracks and accessibility.
How do i choose my tracks?
One month before the DEIB Conference 2025, all registered participants will receive an email with access to the full program and the opportunity to select their preferred tracks. With four unique tracks to choose from, this allows you to tailor your conference experience to your specific interests and organizational needs. Keep an eye on your inbox—your personal link to select sessions will be sent directly to you.
Scandic Falkoner and Parking
Adress: Falkoner Alle 9, Frederiksberg
Arriving by Car or Public Transport
If you’re arriving by car to Scandic Falkoner, there are several parking options available in the area surrounding the hotel. You can park in the nearby streets or use the Falkoner Parking Garage located right next to the hotel.
Scandic Falkoner is also just a 2-minute walk from “Frederiksberg” Metro Station, served by the M1, M2, and M3 lines—making it easily accessible by public transport.
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