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Colin Mincy is Chief People Officer at Human Rights Watch (HRW). He serves on HRW’s Executive Committee, the most senior leadership body, and is responsible for global people operations. This includes but is not limited to HR Strategy, Talent Management, Total Rewards, Recruitment, and Workplace Conduct. He is also an executive sponsor to diversity, equity and inclusion stre...

A conversation with Vanessa Sheridan  In a time when ‘inclusivity’ and ‘authenticity’ are the buzzwords at the forefront of every DEI strategy, and June comes to an end – a month dedicated to celebrating Pride - it is key that our commitment to LGBTQIA+ inclusivity across the workplace must not stop on June 30th. Keep in mind that there are eleven other months of the year du...

​ Disclaimer: Please note that all commentary and opinions provided in this interview are those of the individual and not the organisation/company they are employed by.  What does “choose to challenge” mean to you?  “Choosing to challenge” means that we are intentional in our choice to not dismiss, ignore or overlook biased thinking or behavior. This means challenging a “tha...

​ Disclaimer: Please note that all commentary and opinions provided in this interview are those of the individual and not the organisation/company they are employed by.  How can female leaders ensure they get a seat at the table?  I’ve learned over the course of my career, whether you’re a man or a woman, that excellence matters. Find something you truly enjoy or are passion...

​ Disclaimer: Please note that all commentary and opinions provided in this interview are those of the individual and not the organisation/company they are employed by.  What is one thing women don’t talk enough about?  We don’t talk about our professional or personal ambitions nearly enough because there is often a stigma attached to both! Somewhere along the way, women wer...

​ Disclaimer: Please note that all commentary and opinions provided in this interview are those of the individual and not the organisation/company they are employed by.  How can female leaders ensure they get a seat at the table? Sit at the table. So often women choose to take a seat in an area surrounding the table while men always sit right at the table. I am guilty of thi...

​ Disclaimer: Please note that all commentary and opinions provided in this interview are those of the individual and not the organisation/company they are employed by.  What does “choose to challenge” mean to you?  Choose to challenge is a reminder we have an opportunity as leaders to speak up when we see inequality in our environment. We should look around at meetings and ...

​ Disclaimer: Please note that all commentary and opinions provided in this interview are those of the individual and not the organisation/company they are employed by.  What is one lesson you learnt the hard way?  Growing in my career and into leadership roles, learning which battles to fight has been key to my growing pains. Having a seat at the table is imperative and but...

​ Disclaimer: Please note that all commentary and opinions provided in this interview are those of the individual and not the organisation/company they are employed by.  What does “choose to challenge” mean to you?  For me, choose to challenge is about celebrating women’s accomplishments to advance a more inclusive world. We can all challenge gender bias and inequality and b...

​ Disclaimer: Please note that all commentary and opinions provided in this interview are those of the individual and not the organisation/company they are employed by.  What is one lesson you learnt the hard way?  That showing vulnerability as a leader and bringing my full and authentic self to work has helped me to be a more effective and productive HR professional. I foun...