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

The Harlequins Foundation 

This is a voluntary role covering:
1. Charity Governance Code compliance review; helping to ensure that the Foundation continues to meet the code in the best possible way.
2. Volunteer Programme creation and management.
3. Various projects leveraging my data, business analysis and leadership skills.

Governance, Volunteer Programme Management, & More

WarnerMedia

Shaping our combined operating model for the future and leading the transition to that state.  Ensuring we are set-up to fully support the collective WarnerMedia lines of business and execute on our global alignment and operational goals across the EMEA.

Vice President International Operations, WarnerMedia Technology and Operations

Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies

This is dual role brings together the technology related disciplines for Warner Bros:  Managing the Technical Operations Client Servicing function to ensure WB’s media customers get their content in the required format and language in a timely manner.  Overseeing the portfolio of IT applications and projects which help to drive the WB businesses forward.

Vice President, Client Servicing (EMEA) and Technology Strategy (EMEA & APAC)

Technology Solutions Europe and Asia department leader. Ensure our motivated and engaged team provide a portfolio of IT applications and projects which meet the business strategy to help drive our business forward. Development and oversight of IT strategy; support; design and implementation of new business processes and systems. Internal consultancy.

Vice President, Technology Solutions Europe & Asia

Became member of IT Leadership team based in London.

Vice President, Customer Relationship Management - Corporate Solutions

Responsible for all the IT needs of the internal corporate clients namely, Finance; HR; Legal and Facilities.  My role combined my project management experience, including my accomplishments managing 3rd parties to deliver solutions, as well as my planning skills and proficiency in leading people across various sites.  My team were responsible for a range of IT services from supporting enterprise applications such as SAP, to consultancy with regards to new initiatives to support the business.

Director, Customer Relationship Management - Corporate Applications

Increased scope of responsibilities to include the team (mix of in house and 3rd party staff, both on and off-shore) who developed and supported the Theatrical Business Objects reporting tool worldwide.

Service Delivery Manager

Service Delivery Lead

Senior Business Analyst

Cordiem

Software company formed by airlines and aerospace manufacturers to provide supply chain solutions.  A broad role, from support through to definition and product implementation for European customers.

Customer Relationship Specialist

British Airways

Airport resource management applications; inter airline e-ticketing applications: procurement applications.  Worked with industry partners to help set up Cordiem, an online procurement company for the industry.

Central School for Tibetans - India

Volunteer Teacher

Yorkshire Electricity

Used Visual Basic to develop a dynamic reporting tool to publicise the IT department’s progress to its internal customers

IT Quality Management Assistant

Airbus

Supported the worldwide customer support teams; engineers based at every airport around the world.

Stagiaire / Intern

Scangraphic Visutek Ltd.

Accounts and Administration Assistant

Mentor, executive leader, qualified NED, Business Analyst and Project Manager.  

Confident and passionate leader with more than 20 years Technology and Content Operations experience at WarnerMedia, Warner Bros. and British Airways.  Wide breadth of knowledge across functions, content types, operating models, and technologies.

Known as a strong, open, and collaborative leader, with a reputation for inspiring and coaching teams to embrace change.  Led the content delivery for the HBOMax launch in Europe.

Currently supporting The Harlequins Foundation on various projects including a governance review.

Proud ally in the fight against racism and other discriminatory behaviours.

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