Business, Belonging, and Beyond
Business, Belonging, and Beyond is a Standard Chartered podcast series created in collaboration with Open for Business.
The series explores how inclusion drives better outcomes for individuals, teams and organisations – and how a sense of belonging can become a genuine business advantage.
In each episode, leaders, experts and advocates share practical insights on building inclusive cultures, supporting diverse talent, and unlocking opportunities across global markets. Whatever your line of work, the podcast offers clear, actionable ideas you can use right away.
From navigating cross-border challenges to fostering behaviours that empower people to thrive, Business, Belonging, and Beyond connects stories, research and real-life examples to help organisations grow through inclusion.
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Episodes
Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
How can inclusion unlock innovation and better business outcomes?
In this episode, Rafał Dembe — President of Warsaw Pride and strategy leader in financial services — shares how his journey from grassroots activism to corporate leadership reshaped his view on workplace inclusion.
In this episode we discuss:
How visible leadership accelerates culture change
Why inclusion drives retention, performance and profit
The link between diverse perspectives and innovation
Why inclusion can’t sit only with HR
Where senior leaders should begin — with strategy, budget and ownership
Rafał also reflects on boundary-setting and avoiding burnout in inclusion work.
🎧 A practical conversation about leadership, accountability and measurable impact.
Monday Dec 15, 2025
Monday Dec 15, 2025
In this episode, Alison Higgins, Head of Markets UK and Europe and Head of Prime Service at Standard Chartered, shares her perspective on how multinational businesses can deliver consistent values across markets, while adapting to local realities, with Matt Horwood, Open for Business. They explore why inclusion matters for cross-border growth, how it shapes client trust, and what leaders can do to embed belonging into global teams and strategies.
Monday Dec 15, 2025
Monday Dec 15, 2025
Join the Standard Chartered and Open for Business teams as we unpack the Origins of Business, Belonging, and Beyond – why we created it, why this moment matters, and what listeners can expect from conversations with leaders shaping more inclusive workplaces.