Andrew Grimme, Associate Director at Fidelity International and Global Co-Chair of the LGBTQ+ Network, spearheaded an industry-wide event for LGBTQ+ women in partnership with LGBT Great, fostering collaboration and best practice sharing across organizations. He launched the LGBTQ+ Buddy Scheme globally, establishing a sustainable peer-support model that enhances connection and inclusion. Andrew’s strategic leadership strengthened network governance and succession planning by recruiting volunteers into key roles. He helped strengthen the organization’s approach to DEI, encouraging greater collaboration across employee networks and closer integration of volunteering into everyday working life. His contributions include delivering keynote speeches, organizing events that celebrate LGBTQ+ history and sharing his lived experiences to help inform strategic discussions. Recognized externally on the LGBT Great Project 1000 Role Model List, Andrew mentors colleagues and champions practical improvements that embed inclusion into everyday culture, driving lasting organizational change.
