The Model Black

The Model Black (2022) explores the experiences of successful black British leaders navigating predominantly white workplaces. It highlights the challenges they face, the strategies they use to succeed, and the systemic barriers that persist. By sharing these insights, it aims to foster more inclusive and equitable organizational cultures.

• Ambitious black professionals striving for career advancement
• Diversity and inclusion advocates driving systemic change
• Anyone interested in race, leadership, and workplace equity

Barbara Banda, PhD, is a leadership expert, consultant, and educator specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion. She has worked with global organizations to develop inclusive leadership strategies and has taught at institutions such as Duke Corporate Education and Oxford University’s Saïd Business School.