In this episode, we hear from Advita Patel, the founder of CommsRebel and co-author of the award-winning book ‘Building a Culture of Inclusivity‘. Advita shares her journey from feeling excluded in the UK to becoming a leading advocate for inclusivity and Cultural Intelligence.
Advita and I explore the importance of understanding cultural differences, the barriers to creating inclusive environments, and the role of vulnerability in fostering belonging.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to explore how leaders can cultivate a more humane workplace and embrace continuous learning to drive positive change.
About Advita:
Advita is the founder of Comms Rebel, an internal communication and employee experience consultancy, and the 2025 President of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR).
She is also the co-founder of A Leader Like Me, a global communication consultancy, the co-founder of the Asian Communications Network, and the co-host of Amplifying Diverse Voices – A Leader Like Me podcast.
As an experienced communications professional and qualified coach she supports organisations to cultivate inclusive cultures through effective change management and revolutionary communications so all colleagues can belong and thrive in their work.
With a background in project management, Advita brings a unique set of skills and specialises in culture change, communication audits, employee experience, inclusive communication, and digital and transformational communications – with measurement at the heart of the outcome.
Advita has spoken at more than 150 events worldwide and appeared on several podcasts where she speaks about internal communications, change management, inclusion, and confidence. She is a chartered PR practitioner and a fellow of the CIPR.
In 2023 she published the award-winning and best-seller Building a Culture of Inclusivity, with her A Leader Like Me business partner Priya Bates. This book helps leaders build a culture of inclusivity, so all colleagues thrive. Advita is currently writing her second book focused on confident leadership.
Book: Building a Culture of Inclusivity
Mentions:
Kathy Tann Ted Talk – ‘Cultural Intelligence in our Society’
