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Catalyst for Change Award

The Catalyst for Change Award honours individuals working within corporations, whether in middle management or senior leadership levels, who are driving significant change in the realms of Environmental, Social, or Governance (ESG) within their organisations.

Nominees

Bryony Cozens
Managing Director of Something Familiar
Dan Idhenga
Co-founder & Partner at London Venture Capital Network
Ian Merricks
Founder & Proposition Lead at Venture Path
Ladi Greenstreet
CEO of Diversity VC
Sharon White
Director at Educating Horizons
Bryony Cozens

Bryony Cozens

Bryony, Managing Director of Something Familiar, has led impactful ESG initiatives focusing on gender equality, reduced inequalities, and climate action. Bryony’s initiatives include increasing female representation in leadership through the ‘Designer/Leader’ programme and pledging 1% of revenue to 1% for the Planet. Collaborations with organisations like Ripple Africa support tree planting and conservation, while partnerships with Hustle Crew enhance awareness of bias and promote inclusivity.
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Dan Idhenga

Dan Idhenga

In his leadership roles at LVCN and NTN Holdings, as well as his previous experience at 1818 Venture Capital, Dan has prioritised ESG considerations within the startups he supports. He developed an ESG tool to track key metrics and led the VC Fellowship programme, which enhances diversity in the tech industry by providing opportunities for young people from underrepresented backgrounds.
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Ian Merricks

Ian Merricks

Ian is committed to improving access to venture capital for founders from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds. His work has seen successful collaborations with prominent business support programmes such as Barclays Eagle Labs and Tech Nation, equipping diverse companies with the tools needed for growth. Through the UK Scaleup Investment Mission, Ian has attracted over £7 billion in venture capital to support these businesses, playing a key role in advancing innovation across the UK.
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Ladi Greenstreet

Ladi Greenstreet

Ladi has been a driving force for DEI in the venture capital industry. She launched the Diversity Standard for VC firms, a framework that’s now adopted by over 100 firms globally. As founder of the FutureVC programme, she has helped place hundreds of individuals from underrepresented backgrounds into VC roles, building a pipeline of diverse talent for the industry. Additionally, Ladi has developed global and regional communities to hold firms accountable and foster collaboration.
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Sharon White

Sharon White

Sharon founded Educating Horizons in 2023, aiming to drive systemic change for vulnerable and marginalised individuals, particularly in education. Her initiatives, such as the Vulnerable Pupil Hot Clinic, have resulted in the lowest exclusion rates in London at the secondary school level. Sharon’s work addresses the disproportionate impact of oppressive systems and has earned her recognition, including a Global Impact Award and Distinguished Fellow status from the International Forum for Inclusion Practitioners.
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