As we approach the midpoint of 2025, it is clear that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) remains not just as a moral imperative, but as a strategic one, for Financial Services and Technology firms navigating a rapidly evolving global landscape.
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Harriet brings over five years of experience in technical project management and KYC platform integration to her role as a Managing Consultant.
2025 Industry Momentum
The 6th DE&I in Economics, Finance and Central Banking Conference, hosted by six major central banks including the Bank of England and Banque de France, invites papers, from traditionally under-represented groups in an academic style, which are intended to be spotlighted in November. Topics covered will include how demographic biases can influence monetary policy and financial decision-making – we look forward to hearing the key takeaways!
Atos’ 2025 DE&I Summit tackled the growing challenge of “DE&I Fatigue” and rising anti-inclusion sentiment. Key takeaways included a call to action to reignite commitment through empathy, inclusive wellbeing strategies and bias-aware AI. AI mirrors our biases given the data and systems that it reflects, with examples of how AI systems can reinforce stereotypes such as associating doctors with men and nurses with women. We, as a collective, need to ensure transparency and fairness when building AI. They are not just HR issues, but innovation and risk management imperatives.
Pivotal Moments
Challenges and Pushbacks
Strategic Shifts in DEI
Despite any step-backs in what will naturally be a non-linear journey, many organisations are doubling down on DEI with more evidence-based, data-driven, and systemic approaches, meaning performative DEI is being replaced with strategic, measurable inclusion. If you are here for the “Why?”, here’s a statistic for you: McKinsey’s 2024 “Diversity Wins” report found that companies in the top quartile for ethnic and cultural diversity on executive teams were 36% more likely to outperform on profitability.
Delta Capita’s Commitment
At Delta Capita, we believe embedding DEI into the DNA of financial and tech ecosystems is essential for resilience, trust and long-term value creation. Want to discuss how DEI can reach its full potential in your organisation? Reach out to Harriet Rhodes-Jones!