Asif is the Chief Global Inclusion Officer  for Warner Bros. Discovery, he was previously the Global Head of Diversity, Inclusion and Social Impact at adidas and has a long and rich career in the diversity and inclusion space with senior executive roles at The Telegraph Media Group, EY Financial Services and the City of London Police. He is a board member for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and a member of the board of advisors for Hedley May. Over his 20-year career he has worked in Europe, North America, Middle East, Africa and Asia.  
  
Asif has been credited with impactful global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion activities and programs across organizations, that have created a strong sense of belonging for all and resulted in truly diverse workplaces. He has been key in building synergies between internal and external D&I efforts within organizations, ensuring diversity and inclusion is embedded in all elements of a business, resulting in innovative, creative and inclusive products and services.   
  
Asif is listed as one of the most influential Global D&I Leaders by Hive Learning, the CIPD’s Top 20 Power list and a LinkedIn Influencer. He is winner of numerous awards including the highly commended Head of Diversity Award at the European Diversity Awards and was honoured with an MBE in 2017 by the Queen and granted the freedom of the City of London in 2016. He is a member of the HR Guild, The Worshipful  Company of Security Professionals, a Companion at CMI and is a Freeman of the City.  

He is a passionate and inspirational Global Leader, co author and a renowned keynote speaker with the ability to empower individuals and create a truly inclusive environment for all. Asif has been key in implementing D&I activities and programs as well as connecting with stakeholders at all levels of organisations to build strong and influential relationships with influencers. Asif acts as a role model, providing governance across businesses on D&I and is committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all.

Asif was granted an honorary doctorate by The Open University in recognition of his innovative and socially responsible business developments and exceptional contributions in the field of diversity, inclusion and belonging globally. He is a regular Tedx speaker, where he has spoken on topics ranging from the journey from Diversity and Inclusion to belonging to creating psychological safety for all.

Asif MBE

Anita Gohil-Thorp PCC MindThrive™️ Coach Career Life Business Wellness

Associate Development Coach and Trainer

Career, Life & Mindset Coach | ICF Mentor Coach | Wellbeing | Helping you to scale up career and personal plans with resilience, confidence and lasting outcomes

I help high achievers – from lawyers and aspiring leaders to returners and senior partners – build confidence, overcome imposter syndrome and lead with clarity without burning out.

For over 20 years, I’ve worked with lawyers, leadership teams and ambitious professionals navigating pressure, self-doubt and high expectations. I support you to stop second-guessing yourself and start owning your impact.

My coaching is:
✔ Ethical and driven by integrity and excellence 
✔ Human centred 
✔ Solution focused 
✔ Aligned with ICF gold standards and with my background as a lawyer

Because real personal and professional success starts from the inside out.

What I specialise in:
• Executive, lawyer, partner & leadership coaching
• Career progression & transitions
• Interview and presentation coaching 
• Aspiring leaders & first-time managers
• Confidence & executive presence
• Stress, burnout & wellbeing
• Emotional intelligence
• Group programmes for organisations

Mentoring & coach development:
I’m also an ICF Mentor Coach, supporting coaches to:
✔ Strengthen their coaching skills
✔ Build confidence in their practice
✔ Prepare for credentialing
✔ Coach at a higher professional standard

If you’re a coach who wants to elevate your impact and excellence – I mentor you too.

Speaking & training:
I regularly speak on:
• Imposter syndrome
• Emotional intelligence
• Mindset, wellbeing & confidence
• Sustainable success

I deliver:
✔ 1:1 coaching
✔ Group coaching
✔ Corporate workshops
✔ Leadership programmes
✔ Panel discussions
✔ Webinars & masterclasses

Who I work with:
✔ Lawyers & law firm partners
✔ Aspiring leaders & managers
✔ Leadership teams and business owners 
✔ Coaches seeking mentorship
✔ Organisations investing in wellbeing & retention

Results my clients see:
→ Stronger confidence and self belief 
→ Better decision-making
→ More effective communication 
→ Clear leadership identity
→ Healthier boundaries
→ Greater fulfilment and happiness at work

DM me to explore coaching, mentoring, training or speaking.

Founder, Coach and Trainer

Contact me for more information or tips on any of the following at anita@evolutiondevelopmentcoaching.com

1:1 Coaching 
Group Coaching
Training/Workshops

Examples:

- performance
- leadership
- strategic career development 
- business development/networking 
- CV/business plans
- presentation
- stress and mental resilience
- time management
- confidence 
- conflict management
- return to work 
- redundancy and retirement
- career change/transitions
- personal coaching

and more.

At EDC, my passion is to unleash and support solutions, through coaching and/or training, for people to be the best they can be. Professionals come to me and identify, articulate and plan the change they seek or need for the success and happiness they really want.  These are unique for each of you.

I also want businesses to embrace a culture where wellbeing and success are seen as mutual goals. Coaching and training all staff with a mutual vision for success will serve to accelerate desired outcomes. 

From experience, I can report that work and life go hand in hand. Greater satisfaction with "work" and your role lead to a greater sense of  success. Being passionate about what you do is a key driver for motivation and action. I help you to unearth and develop this.

I've worked with lawyers, professionals and leaders of leading UK and global firms for over 15 years. I've helped them to unlock their potential, to understand strengths and opportunities and find direction. I support them to thrive, honour control and be happy.

In addition, understanding the businesses vision, what causes and removes conflicts or challenges,  understanding what people want - all of these and more are relevant to development whether from inside an organisation or as one ventures to new pastures. To retain talented individuals, businesses have already invested in embracing wellbeing in the workplace. I support this. 100%.

Workshops: Economic Development Forum, Harrow; MIND, University of Newcastle, NatWest



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