91: Encouraging diversity and inclusion in the food industry

<div>There has always been a compelling moral case for diversity and inclusion, but equally there is a compelling business case for it too, from broadening market reach to bringing fresh perspectives to strategic planning.</div> <div> <br> In this week’s podcast we will explore how forward thinking businesses are championing inclusion and diversity in their workforce to create positive change and stronger engagement with customers. Joining our panel are Amanda Scott, Director of Talent, Learning and D&amp;I Compass Group, Catherine Gillespie, HR Director, Coca-Cola European Partners, and Dan Robertson, Director, Vercida Consulting.</div> <div> <em><br> Are you responsible for your organisation’s inclusion strategy or are you championing inclusion and diversity within your organisation? Do you want to get people more engaged in your workplace? In a highly interactive new masterclass from Food Matters Careers, you will receive practical advice and top tips to help you progress your inclusion strategy across the workforce and make a difference. </em><a href="https://bit.ly/3pptdVS"><em>Click here to find out more</em></a> </div> <div><strong><br> About our panel</strong></div> <div><strong><br> Amanda Scott, Director of Talent, Learning and D&amp;I, Compass Group</strong></div> <div> <br> Amanda is an experienced HR professional with extensive generalist, talent and D&amp;I experience across a range of industry sectors including energy, financial services and hospitality. She has a proven track record in designing and leading delivery of the HR agenda for top FTSE companies.</div> <div> <br> Amanda started her career in the NHS before moving into financial services and then oil and gas. She spent over 15 years with BP in a number of HR roles including leading the Global Graduate Programme. She then joined Compass in 2018 to lead the Talent, Learning and D&amp;I agenda for the UK &amp; Ireland. Amanda is passionate about inclusion and creating an environment where people from all backgrounds can join and progress the