Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer of Warner Bros. Discovery & Former Head of the Equality, Diversity & Human Rights Department of the City of London Police
Asif Sadiq’s Biography:
Asif Sadiq is best known as one of the world’s most influential Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) leaders, recognised for his transformative impact across global organisations and public-sector institutions. As a compelling keynote speaker, he inspires audiences with his deep expertise on inclusive leadership, belonging, and the future of workplace culture. Renowned for his strategic approach to embedding DEI into business operations, Asif brings a wealth of frontline experience, corporate leadership, and community engagement to every stage he steps onto.
Asif’s early career began in law enforcement, where he served with the City of London Police. His passion for equality led him to become the Head of the Equality, Diversity & Human Rights Unit, earning national recognition, including the Police Officer of the Year Award and Civil Servant of the Year Award. His hands-on understanding of community needs, bias, and organisational culture formed the bedrock of his later work. Alongside policing, he contributed as a Special Sergeant and served as a trainer for the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, broadening his international influence.
Transitioning into the corporate world, Asif held several senior leadership roles, including Head of Diversity & Inclusiveness for EY Financial Services, VP & Global Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Social Impact at Adidas, and Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging for The Telegraph Media Group. His achievements have been recognised through numerous awards, including the Mosaic Award, Asian Professional Award, and European Diversity Awards’ Highly Commended Head of Diversity Award. In 2017, he received an MBE for services to Policing and Communities, cementing his status as a leading voice in DEI globally.
Today, as Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer of Warner Bros. Discovery, Asif drives global strategy across a vast media and entertainment network. He continues to influence policy and community initiatives as Chair of the London Hate Crime Board and a member of the APPG on Hate Crime. His leadership has earned him places on the CIPD Top 20 Power List, recognition by Hive Learning as one of the most influential Global D&I Leaders, and numerous 2023 accolades, including a Top 50 Trailblazer in Gender Equity and an honorary Doctorate from The Open University. A sought-after judge for awards and global DEI advisor, Asif remains a powerful advocate for inclusive change.
Why Hire Asif Sadiq?
Asif Sadiq is hired as a speaker for his unmatched blend of strategic DEI leadership, frontline experience, and global corporate impact. His talks provide practical, actionable insights rooted in real-world transformation across complex organisations. As a multiple TEDx speaker, his most recent being ‘Diversity Conversations – Creating Psychological Safety’, demonstrates his compelling stage presence, engaging style, and reputation for delivering positive results. Asif equips leaders and teams with the tools to build inclusive, high-performing cultures where everyone thrives.
Asif Sadiq’s Career Highlights:
Below showcases Asif Sadiq’s highlights that influenced his career throughout the policing industry and DEI:
- 2025 – Published From Intent to Impact: The New Blueprint for Inclusion
- 2023 – Recipient of an honorary Doctorate from The Open University
- 2023 – Delivered the TEDx Talk “Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Learning How To Get It Right”
- 2023 – Awarded the Highly Commended Lifetime Achievers Award from The Board Awards
- 2023 – Named a Top 50 Trailblazer in Gender Equity by WeAreTheCity
- 2022 – Appointed Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer for Warner Bros. Discovery
- 2021 – Delivered the TEDx Talk “From Diversity and Inclusion to Belonging”
- 2020 – Vice President & Global Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Social Impact for Adidas
- 2018 – Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging for The Telegraph Media Group
- 2005 – Head of Equality, Diversity & Human Rights Department for the City of London Police
Videos
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Testimonials
“It went very well; Asif was very interesting and an engaging speaker. He brought to life his experiences across different organisations (the Met peaked a lot of interest) and examples of where organisations failed which was great.” – NHS England
“Please could you pass on the biggest thanks to Asif, on behalf of myself, Anna and Shelley. Every single guest was completely in awe of his knowledge and insight, and each said what an incredible speaker he was as they all left. He also stayed until the end of the event, which was very kind of him, especially as he is travelling later today – we really appreciated this. We’ve all come away this morning having learnt so much from him” – Jessie, Events & Community Manager, OpenBlend
“Asif was excellent! I thoroughly enjoyed the session and have had really positive feedback from those who were able to join us too.” – Nicky, Head of Inclusion, Diversity & Culture, Urenco Limited
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your involvement with our Staff Conference on Wednesday 19 August. I appreciate how busy your diary must be and I am grateful that you were able to join us live on the day. We have been receiving really positive feedback from our staff and it’s certainly a great way to start the new academic year. Thank you once again for your support.” – Sam, Principal & CEO of Wakefield College
“The session was a resounding success and great feedback from leaders.” – PepsiCo
“Asif was a hit! I have had such positive feedback from many people who said he had a powerful message that was delivered in a very engaging, easy-to-understand, easy to relate to and non-lecturing style. He is certainly a very considered and experienced authority on the topic and delivered the brief perfectly.” – EE
Speaking Topics
Asif Sadiq’s Official Keynote Topics:
- The Journey from diversity, inclusion to belonging
- Creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their authentic self to work
- Corporate diversity effectiveness and strategy development
- Creating inclusive leadership within organisations
- How to manage and support an employee resource group
- Understanding visible and non-visible disability inclusion
- Diversity recruitment, retention and progression
- Social and community impact strategies
- Global diversity and inclusion strategies in multiple markets
- D&I data analysis and inclusion to champion tangible results
- Race and ethnicity inclusion in the workplace
- How to be an ally for gender equity
- Championing social mobility
- LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace
- Supporting working parents and careers
- How to creative workplaces for faith and belief
How Much Does Asif Sadiq Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Asif Sadiq?
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