Diversity enhancement in action for US media giant
US media giant engaged with us to diversify its workforce in the UK, moving beyond the conventional talent pool. Our research-driven approach to executive hiring identified over 70 diverse qualified candidates, culminating in the appointment of three dynamic individuals from diverse underrepresented groups.
As part of their diversity and inclusion initiative, they engaged Research Europe to support the hire of Assistant Commissioners across comedy, arts & entertainment, film, drama, factual, and kids’ genres. Via research and sourcing within our diversity networks, we identified nearly 600 potential candidates, all from underrepresented groups. These groups focused on ethnicity, gender identification, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, socio-economic background, disability, and neurodivergence.
Our search led us to consider diverse professionals, including:
- Stand-up comedians
- Children's authors
- Heads of educational programs at museums and cultural festivals
We brought forward a longlist of over 70 interested and qualified candidates, leading to the placement of three candidates from unconventional backgrounds, including individuals from various ethnic backgrounds.