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Laura Smith

Founder & DEI Researcher

VALIDEI

Country or State

Finland

Bio

I am an experienced organizational researcher, communications director, and strategist who helps companies discover impactful ways of becoming more inclusive, equitable, and empowering. As founder of VALIDEI, an organizational research agency, I coordinate cross-functional research teams across Europe to deliver audits, experiments, and insights to support socially responsible businesses. As a people-minded and data-informed professional, I develop organization-specific metrics, OKRs, and best practices for inclusive organizational development, communications, recruitment, and employer branding for growth companies. I frequently collaborate with DEI and ESG agencies across the Nordics, subcontracting as a researcher or analyst. From my own research I share insights here on LinkedIn, as well as on panels, stages, and publications around the world. **NOTE** For 2023, I'm focusing on applied research insights and will be shifting to primarily in-company DEI work. I will, however, also continue to provide [limited] consulting and coaching hours, as well as to accept public speaking opportunities that leverage my data-informed insights and align with my topical focuses of equitability, inclusion, and applied empathy. If you have a public speaking (or podcast) request, you're welcome to DM me the details. Note: while I participate in panels and podcasts at various price points, all keynotes must be EQUITABLY PAID opportunities. For ad hoc consulting, advisory services, or goal-oriented inclusion coaching, you're welcome to book sessions at your convenience via www.calendly.com/validei.

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Founder & DEI Researcher at VALIDEI

Degrees

Graduate Studies, Linguistics

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