Richard Odufisan

Richard Odufisan is a DEI Lead and Consultant and he is driven by personal experiences and a commitment to addressing inequities, he has built a remarkable career as a leader in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). As a Black man in tech consulting, he observed the slower progression of Black colleagues compared to his own career path and recognized the lack of senior Black role models in the industry. These concerns fueled his passion to change the narrative for Black professionals in the workplace.

Key moments in his journey included witnessing a peer’s unfair promotion setback and recognizing the stark absence of Black partners at Deloitte. These experiences strengthened his resolve to make a tangible impact. He played a pivotal role in founding the Deloitte Black Network and participated in the Inclusion Think Tank, driving early DEI efforts. Leading Deloitte’s response to the Black Lives Matter movement was a defining moment, during which he spearheaded the launch of the UK Black Action Plan. In this role, he coordinated cross-functional efforts across Communications, Reward, Ethics, and Recruitment to ensure a unified, firm-wide approach to inclusion. As co-lead of the Black Network, he also led the creation of a coordinated Black History Month celebration across service lines and locations, ensuring accessibility for all employees.