Series 3, Episode 1: Five ways to improve transgender inclusion in the workplace with Leng Montgomery

This week Rachael speaks to Leng Montgomery, Diversity and
Inclusion Lead at Cushman and Wakefield.


Cushman and Wakefield is one of the largest real estate services
firms in the world, grossing $8.2 billion in 2018 and employing
over 51,000 workers across 70 countries. Their portfolio spans
from developing the new Stratford Westfield shopping centre to
‘The Walkie Talkie’ (a.k.a. 20 Fenchurch Street).


Leng is the Diversity and Inclusion lead for Cushman and
Wakefield. He has a background in both the corporate and charity
sectors, previously working as the Diversity and Inclusion
Executive for Sainsbury’s following his time at the leading LGBT
charity, Stonewall.


In this episode, Leng shares his personal journey as a trans man
and speaks about the support and the setbacks he faced during his
transition. His story highlights that there is still room for
improvement of transgender awareness, rights and equality at
work. Listen to this episode to hear Leng’s five tips to drive
trans inclusion in the office.



Connect with Leng on LinkedIn.


Listen to Leng’s TEDx Talk.
Connect with Cushman and Wakefield on Twitter or LinkedIn.


 


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