Diversity & Inclusion Expert, Workplace Culture Speaker, Head of Culture at Lloyd’s, Former Diversity Manager for BBC People Employment & Named on People Magazine’s Top 20 Diversity & Inclusion Powerlist
Mark Lomas’s Biography:
Mark Lomas is one of the United Kingdom’s most respected culture, diversity and inclusion leaders, recognised for driving transformational change across major organisations and sectors. Currently Head of Culture at Lloyd’s, he has built a reputation for creating inclusive workplaces that improve organisational performance, employee engagement and leadership effectiveness. His influence has been recognised through numerous industry awards and accolades, including being named among the Top 50 Influential Global Diversity and Inclusion Leaders and appearing on People Magazine’s Top 20 Diversity & Inclusion Powerlist. Mark is hired as a keynote speaker for his practical leadership insights, proven record of delivering cultural transformation and ability to inspire organisations to create lasting change.
Mark’s career has spanned the public, private and third sectors, with a consistent focus on equality, diversity, inclusion and organisational culture. He began in senior diversity leadership roles, serving as National Equality and Diversity Manager at Shaw Trust before becoming Equality and Diversity Manager at The Law Society of England and Wales and later a Diversity Consultant with Muchwork Ltd. He subsequently joined the BBC as Diversity Manager within BBC People Employment, where his work contributed to award-winning inclusion initiatives. Mark later became Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion for HS2, leading one of the most significant inclusion programmes in UK infrastructure. His expertise led to his appointment as Head of Culture at Lloyd’s, and he was awarded Fellowship status of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, recognising his significant contribution to the profession. He is also a Hogan Trained Assessor, further strengthening his leadership and organisational development credentials.
Throughout his career, Mark has received extensive recognition for his impact and innovation. He won the ENEI Inclusive Procurement Initiative Award and later secured the Inclusive Companies Head of Diversity of the Year Award. His leadership was further recognised when Hive Learning named him one of the Top 75 Professionals in EMEA. More recently, he received the VERCIDA Inclusive Initiative of the Year Award, the iCAN Role Model Award and the prestigious HR Brilliance Award. These honours reflect both the scale of his achievements and the respect he commands across the people, culture and inclusion profession. His expertise is regularly sought by organisations looking to improve leadership capability, workplace culture and employee experience.
Why Hire Mark Lomas?
Alongside his executive responsibilities, Mark serves as Non Executive Director for People, Culture and Diversity and Inclusion at NHS Property Services, extending his influence into one of the UK’s most important public sector organisations. His experience across media, infrastructure, professional services, healthcare and insurance gives him a uniquely broad perspective on leadership and organisational transformation. As a keynote speaker, Mark combines strategic insight with real world examples from some of the country’s most recognisable institutions. Audiences value his ability to translate complex cultural challenges into practical actions, making his presentations highly relevant for leaders, HR professionals and organisations seeking to build inclusive, high performing workplaces. His combination of credibility, award winning expertise and hands on leadership experience makes him an outstanding choice for conferences, leadership events and corporate programmes.
Mark Lomas‘s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Mark Lomas’s remarkable career:
- 2026 – Winner of HR Brilliance Award
- 2025 – Winner of iCAN Role Model Award
- 2022 – Joined Lloyd’s as Head of Culture
- 2020 – Named on People Magazine’s Top 20 Diversity & Inclusion Powerlist
- 2019 – Named Among Top 50 Influential Global D&I Leaders
- 2016 – Head of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion for HS2
- 2012 – Winner of ENEI Inclusive Procurement Initiative Award
- 2012 – Diversity Manager, BBC People Employment, BBC
- 2010 – Equality & Diversity Manager, The Law Society of England & Wales
- 2007 – National Equality & Diversity Manager, Shaw Trust
Videos
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Testimonials
“Mark Lomas is an exceptional keynote speaker who combines award winning expertise in culture, leadership and inclusion with hands on experience driving transformation across organisations such as Lloyd’s, HS2 and the BBC. Insightful, engaging and highly practical, he equips audiences with the tools and inspiration needed to build inclusive, high performing cultures that deliver measurable business impact.” – David Simms
Speaking Topics
Mark Lomas’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Workplace Culture
- Leadership
- Organisational Culture
How Much Does Mark Lomas Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Mark Lomas?
Mark Lomas’s speaking fees typically reflect her exceptional career and international demand. Engagements vary depending on location, format, and duration; keynote appearances, conferences, and international events may command higher fees due to travel and preparation requirements.