Bella is a visible and proud role model in the workplace and beyond. She is particularly committed to building more diverse and inclusive work environments. She champions diversity in many ways, from always being ready and willing to have that difficult conversation, to reverse mentoring senior executives in IBM. Bella is an active leader in IBM’s LGBT group, both organising and supporting regular events. In 2016, she presented at the Out & Equal Workplace Summit on how to be a global LGBT rock star. This year, she has led the transformation of the IBM Ally scheme through the launch of the 365 Ally LGBT+ Programme. This innovative programme is leveraging gamification to achieve deeper and broader levels of engagement, and to motivate people to change their behaviours so that they can grow as LGBT+ Allies. She has also supported her clients’ LGBT BRGs, including advising on Stonewall Workplace Equality Index submissions and their Ally programmes. Outside IBM, Bella is an active member of Stonewall, supporting their campaigns and amplifying their messages.
