Rafał Dembe is Head of Sales Support and Strategy at Bank Ochrony Środowiska, combining strategic leadership with a strong commitment to equality and inclusion. A passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights in business and society, Rafał serves as President of Warsaw Pride, Poland’s largest pride organization – a voluntary role through which he leads efforts to advance visibility and inclusion. Previously, he was co-chair of the LGBT+ ERG at Santander Bank Polska and co-chair of the LGBT+ ERG at NatWest Poland, driving initiatives that built awareness and allyship across both institutions. Beyond his corporate and community work, Rafał has served as a judge for workplace inclusion awards and frequently speaks at conferences and in the media about equality and the economic impact of discrimination. His leadership continues to connect businesses, public institutions, and communities to foster meaningful, systemic change in a country ranked as one the least LGBTQ+-friendly in the EU.
