Rachel Jurgens is a Deloitte Partner and People Risk services leader who advises senior executives on complex people-related regulatory, governance and workforce risks. A visible 2SLGBTQIA+ leader, she brings her professional expertise and lived experience to efforts to advance more inclusive workplaces within Deloitte and with clients. As a Partner Sponsor and advisor to Deloitte’s 2SLGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group, Rachel has championed changes to policies, processes, and practices, including helping launch a mentorship program that remains active five years later. As a new mum, Rachel also advocates for greater visibility and understanding of queer family building and parenthood. She served a two-year term on the Board of Start Proud, a Canadian organization empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ students and professionals and advancing inclusive workplaces. Through her business leadership and advocacy, Rachel is working to create more inclusive experiences of work and lasting positive change for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
