Leading from Within: Exploring the Journey of Inclusive Leadership

Leaders are being challenged to create environments where all voices are heard, ideas are welcomed, and collaborative problem-solving thrives. Inclusive leadership is not just about diversity and representation but about creating a culture of belonging where all individuals feel valued, respected and heard.

Through case studies, real-life examples, and interactive exercises, participants will gain insights into their own personal values, beliefs, biases and leadership styles. The presentation will also explore practical strategies and best practices to help participants leverage their unique strengths to promote psychological safe spaces, empower marginalized voices, and break down systemic barriers to equity and justice.

Ultimately, "Leading from Within: Exploring the Journey of Inclusive Leadership" encourages leaders to embark on a continuous quest for self-improvement and growth, recognizing that true leadership begins with an authentic commitment to understanding oneself and creating spaces where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

This event is open to all alumni and their guests.

Speaker Info:
D. Philip Alex, ’06 MSc
Alex is the Chief Disrupter with Next Evolution Ventures, a social enterprise focused on building diverse, accessible, and equitable organizations and communities by reducing barriers to inclusion. He is also the Director of Operations with the Edmonton Downtown Business Association and has also previously worked in several leadership roles with the City of Edmonton.

He is a certified disruptive strategist motivated to break the system for the greater good. He has a background of implementing change at a root level and creating an atmosphere of cultivating and transforming ideas into viable solutions that create efficiencies, challenge the norm, and prepare for the future.

While with the City of Edmonton, he was involved in the organizational development and transformation work actively involved in developing strategies, creating innovative models, restructuring operational services to ensure job clarity, job satisfaction and increased employee morale.