Who We Are

Heidi R. Andersen

Heidi R. Andersen, Founding Partner and Chief Consultant is an accomplished author, keynote speaker, and lecturer who has made significant contributions to the field of diversity intelligence. With a focus on enhancing gender balance, inclusivity, and diversity intelligence in organizations, Heidi is a sought-after expert in her field.

Her book, “Diversity Intelligence How to Create a Culture of Inclusion for Your Business” (Wiley 2021), is a step-by-step guide that helps organizations worldwide foster a culture of inclusion and enhance diversity, equity, and belonging. The book is on the recommended read list of 238 accredited business schools and universities, including prestigious institutions such as Insead, Oxford University, London Business School, and Said Business School.

Heidi has a wealth of experience working with private organizations, including co-founding several cultural institutions. She studied Strategy, Growth, and Great Change Leadership Strategies on Innovation at Wharton Business School and is a certified LEGO Serious Play Practitioner.

As a member of LIVING INSTITUTE’s Global Task Force, Heidi has facilitated diversity solutions for a range of organizations, including Hydro, Deloitte, Econ, Novo Nordisk, Esprit, Vestas, SAP, Carlsberg, Rockwool, Kirkbi, Rambøll, L’Oreal, Bayer, Fortum, Danfoss, Grundfos, Skov, Leo Pharma, Danske Bank, Nordea, SimCorp, The Danish Composer’s Society, Siemens, Symphogen, Denmarks Technical University, Copenhagen Business School, Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Denmarks Sports Confederation, Artevelde University of Applied Sciences.

In addition to her work as an author and consultant, Heidi regularly lectures on Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and Cross-culture Communication at Copenhagen Business School.