Holly Johnson has transformed Qlik’s LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group into one of the company’s most vibrant networks, growing membership by 80% and boosting event attendance by 65.5% over two years. As Co-Lead, she spearheaded eight Pride Month events, including livestreamed Drag Queen Bingo and talks with notable figures like Dame Inga Beale, raising over $3,000 for LGBTQ+ charities. Holly introduced mental wellbeing sessions and founded an LGBTQ+ book club, fostering community connection. She strengthened partnerships with Point of Pride and Out in Tech, organized cross-ERG collaborations, and formalized KPIs to measure impact, reporting directly to Qlik’s Executive Leadership Team. Holly’s advocacy has increased visibility and support for LGBTQ+ employees, influencing company-wide inclusion strategies and earning recognition at the C-suite level. Her leadership continues to inspire a more inclusive workplace culture at Qlik.
