- link Copy Url - [ Share on twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=National Diversity Council Celebrates Gender Diversity at 2nd Annual London Women in Leadership Symposium https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/76890?absolute=1&via=3blnews "link to 3 B L Media's Twitter") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/76890?absolute=1 "link to 3 B L Media's Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/76890?absolute=1 "link to 3 B L Media's Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=National Diversity Council Celebrates Gender Diversity at 2nd Annual London Women in Leadership Symposium&body=ESG News from National Diversity Council https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/76890?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Events, Media & Communications](/CSR-News/events-media-communications) # National Diversity Council Celebrates Gender Diversity at 2nd Annual London Women in Leadership Symposium Nov 23, 2016 1:30 PM ET ![](https://3blaws.s3.amazonaws.com/styles/carousel_2x/s3/images/london_wils.JPG) LONDON, November 23, 2016 /3BL Media/ - The National Diversity council is excited to host the 2nd Annual London Women in Leadership Symposium at King’s College on December 1, 2016. This symposium is designed to educate and create dialogue that contributes to the improvement of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The theme of this year’s symposium is “Secure Your Place at the Table.” “We are excited to host the Women in Leadership Symposium in London for the second time,” said Dennis Kennedy, Founder and Chairman of the National Diversity Council. “This event offers a great platform for successful women to share their experiences and knowledge in an effort to improve gender equality in the workplace.” This half-day event will begin at 8:30 a.m. with registration, breakfast and networking. The symposium will consist of a moderated panel discussion that will delve into a variety of topics such as “Developing Political Savvy,” “Positioning Yourself for the Next Big Opportunity,” and “The Courage to Lead.” Panelists include top business professionals, entrepreneurs, scholars, and students. The National Diversity Council is also proud to welcome Baroness Catherine Ashton of Upholland, Former High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security, as this year’s guest of honor. Registration is ongoing and can be completed at [www.globaldiversitycouncil.org/london](http://www.globaldiversitycouncil.org/london.php). Individual registration is £99. For more information, please contact Valeria St. Laurent at . **Guest of Honor** **Baroness Catherine Ashton of Upholland** *Former High Rep. of the Union, Foreign Affairs & Security Policy First Vice President of the European Commission Leader of the House of Lords* **Speakers & Panelists** **Sabrina Clarke (Emcee)** *Managing Principal Build Global* **Natalie Costello** *Vice president, Chartering & Commercial Operations BP* **Laura Holleman** *Managing Director & general Counsel, Investment Banking Goldman Sachs, International* **Pamela Hutchinson** *Head of Diversity & Inclusion, EMEA Bloomberg LP* **Janine McDowell** *Chief Executive Officer, Sodexo Justice Services Sodexo* **About the National Diversity Council** A non-profit organization committed to fostering a learning environment for organizations to grow in their knowledge of diversity. The council affords opportunities for organizations to share best practices and learn from top corporate leaders in the areas of diversity and inclusion. More information about the National Diversity Council is available at [www.nationaldiversitycouncil.org](http://www.nationaldiversitycouncil.org/). **Media Contact:** Dennis Kennedy Founder & Chair National Diversity Council [![National Diversity Council Logo](/sites/default/files/Clients/ndclogo.png)](/profiles/national-diversity-council) ### More from National Diversity Council ###### [The National Diversity Council Announces NDC Learning & Consulting Rebrand ](/news/national-diversity-council-announces-ndc-learning-consulting-rebrand) Aug 7, 2024 8:00 AM ET ###### [The National Diversity Council and Tri-State Diversity Council To Host 2024 National Asian American Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Leadership Summit](/news/national-diversity-council-and-tri-state-diversity-council-host-2024-national-asian-american) Apr 23, 2024 3:45 PM ET ###### [The Pennsylvania Diversity Council Announces Its 2024 Pittsburgh Women in Leadership Symposium Woman of the Year Awardee](/news/pennsylvania-diversity-council-announces-its-2024-pittsburgh-women-leadership-symposium-woman) Mar 14, 2024 1:10 PM ET ###### [The Tri-State Diversity Council Announces Its 2024 New York Women in Leadership Symposium Woman of the Year Awardee](/news/tri-state-diversity-council-announces-its-2024-new-york-women-leadership-symposium-woman-year) Feb 28, 2024 2:00 PM ET ###### [ The Tri-State Diversity Council Announces Its 2024 New Jersey Women in Leadership Symposium Woman of the Year Awardee](/news/tri-state-diversity-council-announces-its-2024-new-jersey-women-leadership-symposium-woman) Feb 28, 2024 1:10 PM ET ###### [The Arizona Diversity Council Announces Its 2024 Women in Leadership Symposium Woman of the Year Awardee](/news/arizona-diversity-council-announces-its-2024-women-leadership-symposium-woman-year-awardee) Feb 27, 2024 1:20 PM ET ###### [The National Diversity Council Launches Its You Belong Here Campaign for Giving Tuesday ](/news/national-diversity-council-launches-its-you-belong-here-campaign-giving-tuesday) Nov 14, 2023 8:00 AM ET ###### [The National Diversity Council and Michigan Diversity Council Honor the 2023 National Black Men in Leadership Summit Awardees ](/news/national-diversity-council-and-michigan-diversity-council-honor-2023-national-black-men) Aug 10, 2023 9:50 AM ET