The chapter explores the appointment of a new diversity role at the BBC, discussing challenges faced and the need for disruptive solutions. It highlights the importance of credibility and experience in leading change effectively, as well as the impact of an outsider perspective on implementing diversity initiatives. The chapter also touches on navigating internal tensions and the significance of data-driven decision-making in driving positive change within the organization.
Laura and Tony are joined by June Sarpong OBE, the BBC’s first Global Director of Creative Diversity. They explore how to bring about disruptive change in a large, complex and high-profile professional organisation, and how to get things done quickly in an environment when decisions are taken slowly. June explains how she managed to do all this as an outsider with no previous leadership experience, but a great deal of broadcast experience.
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