Under Steven Del Gaizo’s leadership at TeraDAR, Luminar Technologies, and General Motors have made significant strides in LGBTQ+ Inclusion policies. Steven has a wealth of DEI leadership experience, leading the Pride ERG at GM and serving as the Chair of the Internal DEI council at Luminar. He organized Luminar’s first-ever Pride Panel Discussion, covering LGBTQ+ history, allyship, and workplace identity, and led the company’s participation in Pride, securing executive sponsorship and coordinating volunteers. At TeraDAR, Steven initiated inclusion efforts as the sole DEI champion, partnering with HR to establish non-discrimination and workplace policies and is currently evaluating other inclusive benefits for future implementation.
Externally, Steven has been a dedicated volunteer for organizations like Stand with Trans, Ruth Ellis Center, and Affirmations Center, supporting LGBTQ+ youth and community events. His advocacy extends to mentoring LGBTQ+ students through Out for Undergrad and speaking at industry events to inspire grassroots DEI initiatives.
