Cynthia shared her personal journey of growing up in Northern Ireland and later moving to Canada, reflecting on how both privilege and oppression shaped her leadership journey through various transitions. She discussed her spiritual and gender transitions, which broadened her perspective and deepened her empathy and courage, leading her to explore leadership in diverse contexts. Through her experiences across countries, religions, and careers, Cynthia has developed unique insights into leadership and inclusion, working with organisations to help leaders create workplaces of real belonging.
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5 minute speech shared at Evolving HR's The Big One conference in Bristol Nov 2025
Dec 05, 2025
Holding It Both Ways
For leaders navigating the in-between—where inclusion, identity, and impact meet.
Through real human stories and lived experience, each episode offers reflections and insights to help you lead with greater depth, courage, and care.
For leaders navigating the in-between—where inclusion, identity, and impact meet.
Through real human stories and lived experience, each episode offers reflections and insights to help you lead with greater depth, courage, and care.
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