Inclusive Leadership Unlocked- Turning Differences into Power

Date: April 1, 2026 

Time: 17:00-20:30h 

Location: Hybrid Event - In person at ALCOA Mater Management Weena 798, 3014 DB Rotterdam; online event link will be shared with registered participants

Snacks & drinks included

In today’s complex, fast-changing, and diverse world, leadership requires more than technical expertise — it demands awareness, change capability, and the ability to engage people across differences. When leaders intentionally create environments where every voice is valued and every talent is leveraged, teams unlock higher engagement, creativity, innovation, and performance.

This hybrid panel discussion brings together three complementary perspectives on inclusive leadership, belonging, and identity. Drawing from change management, global corporate leadership, law, technology, and lived experience, the speakers explore why diversity and inclusion are not optional initiatives, but core leadership capabilities in today’s world.

Through honest dialogue and real-life examples, the session invites leaders, professionals, and allies to reflect on their leadership impact and discover how inclusive leadership turns differences into collective strength and sustainable results, within the Dutch and global context.

This interactive panel discussion combines strategic insight, lived experience, and active audience engagement. The speakers will explore how inclusive leadership shows up in daily behaviors, systems, and decisions — from employee engagement and belonging, to team dynamics, technology, and ethics.

The session will include:

• Moderated panel discussions on inclusive leadership, belonging, and team engagement
• Practical examples of how diversity drives creativity, innovation, and business performance
• Insights into engaging across differences in the workplace
• Reflections on psychological safety, visibility, and identity
• Conversations on technology, privacy, and the human impact of AI
• Interactive moments with the audience through questions, reflection, and dialogue

The event is designed to be accessible, engaging, and reflective, encouraging participants to actively participate both in-person and online.

Key Takeaways

By the end of the session, you will:

• Understand how inclusive leadership and belonging increase employee engagement and performance
• Learn how to engage across differences and leverage diverse talent
• Gain tools to move from judgment to curiosity and human-centered leadership
• Build awareness around psychological safety and inclusive team cultures
• Reflect on the role of technology, ethics, and privacy in shaping inclusive workplaces
• Feel inspired to lead with intentionality, openness, and impact

Why Join

• Gain fresh perspectives on inclusive leadership in the Dutch and global context
• Learn from leaders and experts who connect belonging, engagement, and results
• Engage in meaningful dialogue with a diverse, like-minded community
• Leave with practical insights and leadership behaviors you can apply immediately
• Strengthen your ability to build equitable, future-proof organizations

Karim El Oteify- Founder, The Wheels of Impact

Karim El Oteify is the Founder of The Wheels of Impact, a boutique agency operating at the intersection of change management, communications, and belonging. His work focuses on boosting employee engagement while supporting organizations in building equitable workplaces where every voice is valued and every talent is leveraged.

Together with a team of interdisciplinary specialists, Karim designs and delivers customized interventions — from targeted learning sessions to long-term, comprehensive solutions. His areas of expertise include inclusive employer branding, engaging across differences in the workplace, and developing future-proof talent communities.

Karim has partnered with organizations such as KLM, Nike, and Trivium Packaging, supporting leaders in translating inclusion from intention into measurable engagement and sustainable impact.

Lizbeth Gallardo Castillo- Senior Leader at Philips | Advocate for Inclusive, People-First Leadership

Lizbeth Gallardo Castillo is a bold, purpose-driven leader known for turning differences into sources of strength, innovation, and performance. Currently working in a senior leadership role at Philips, she has led large-scale transformation and excellence initiatives across global teams.

Her international career spans R&D, strategy, operations, quality, and procurement, where she consistently challenges traditional ways of working and champions inclusive, people-first leadership as a driver of sustainable results.

Beyond her professional role, Lizbeth’s personal journey as an international professional, mentor, and mother of two has deeply shaped her leadership perspective. Living and working across cultures has heightened her awareness of identity, visibility, and belonging in the workplace. These experiences fuel her passion for LGBTQ+ inclusion, neurodiversity, and cultural diversity — not as abstract ideals, but as everyday leadership responsibilities.

Sofie van der Meulen- Expert Privacy & Health Law | TEDx Speaker | Advocate for an Inclusive Society

Sofie van der Meulen is an expert in privacy and health law and a passionate advocate for an inclusive society. In 2022, she delivered a TEDx talk on diversity and inclusion in the workplace, calling for a critical, curious, and human-centered approach to leadership and decision-making.

Drawing from both her legal expertise and personal experience, Sofie highlights the societal impact of new technologies such as AI, pointing to both the risks of reinforced exclusion and the opportunities to create workplaces — and a society — where more people feel they belong.

At the heart of all her stories lies our shared humanity. Sofie invites reflection on questions of belonging, privacy, ethics, and responsibility, especially in the grey areas where the law does not offer clear answers. Having grown up in a world that often told her she did not belong, she now encourages leaders to navigate complexity with curiosity, courage, and compassion.

Sandrine Vilcot Jackiewicz- Moderator | Transformational Leadership Coach | DEI & Belonging Expert

Sandrine Vilcot Jackiewicz is a transformational leadership coach and DEI expert with over 20 years of international experience. She partners with leaders—especially women—to cultivate clarity, confidence, and creative power while helping organizations build inclusive cultures where every voice is valued.

Trained in Co-Active Coaching, Systemic Relations, Leadership Development, and NLP, Sandrine applies a human-centered approach that elevates self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and resilience. She guides leaders to release limiting beliefs, embrace courageous authenticity, and lead with purpose, generating meaningful organizational impact.

With a multicultural background and fluency in English, French, Polish, Spanish, and Portuguese, Sandrine has lived in seven countries and supported over 300 leaders across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America.

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