In this episode of the All Inclusive Podcast, we welcome Latesha Byrd, CEO of Perfeqta, an award-winning consulting firm helping organisations build high-performing, people-centred workplace cultures.

Latesha breaks down what high performance really looks like heading into 2026 and why so many organisations are missing the early warning signs of culture strain. She shares how leaders can support high performers, address “quiet promoting,” strengthen trust and communication, and create environments where people feel safe enough to perform at their best.

Connect with Latesha Byrd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lateshabyrd/ Download Perfeqta's Performance Pulse Check: https://www.subscribepage.com/performance-pulse-check

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​​In this episode of the All Inclusive Podcast, we welcome Winnie Annan-Forson, Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Engagement at Royal Mail.

Winnie shares how Royal Mail is turning inclusion from a label into lasting strategy, embedding DEI into business decisions, customer strategy, and culture at scale. She explains why linking diversity and inclusion to commercial outcomes, compliance, and employee experience is essential for long-term success.

Connect with Winnie (Oudemans) Annan-Forson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/winnieannanforson-b267a131/

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Episode Highlights

00:00 - Introduction & Winnie’s journey into inclusion

06:00 - Early career lessons and the role of social mobility

12:30 - From HR and banking into DEI leadership

17:00 - Turning inclusion from a label into strategy

22:00 - The commercial case: customers, demographics, and growth

28:00 - Global and legal perspectives shaping inclusion

34:30 - Building culture at scale: initiatives, psychological safety & leadership advice

In this episode of the All Inclusive Podcast, we welcome Dr Victoria Verlezza, People and Culture Strategist. With more than 20 years of experience in leadership, workplace culture, and employee experience, Victoria has helped organisations design more inclusive and equitable environments where people can thrive.

Victoria unpacks why most leaders are getting feedback wrong—and how vague or biased feedback damages retention, employee engagement, and performance. She shares practical strategies for giving feedback that fuels growth, supporting neurodivergent employees, and building cultures rooted in psychological safety and accountability. Connect with Dr Victoria Verlezza

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-verlezza/ Email: victoria@victoriaverlezzaphd.com

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Episode Highlights 0:00 – Introduction 3:15 – Why most leaders get workplace feedback wrong 7:25 – Bias in feedback: how it shows up in performance reviews 12:40 – Feedback and retention: why vague comments drive talent away 17:55 – Neurodiversity at work: supporting employees with clear feedback 23:40 – Practical tips for managers to give better feedback 29:15 – Final advice on building inclusive workplace cultures