Partners in Creating Cultures of Belonging
At Inclusion Factor, we help organizations foster belonging by equipping leaders with actionable strategies that create inclusive environments where people and performance thrive.
At Inclusion Factor, we specialize in creating cultures where people and performance thrive together. We partner with future-ready organizations to build representative teams, foster fair talent processes, and transform workplace cultures into high-performing and fair environments.
With 15 years of proven expertise and a data-driven approach, we offer customized strategies that deliver measurable results. Whether it’s through training, leadership coaching, or strategy development, we equip organizations with the tools to unlock their full potential. Inclusion is not just a value —it’s our mission to make belonging a measurable advantage.
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree: International Relations and Law
- Master’s Degree: MBA in Strategic Planning
- Professional Designations:
- CCIP – Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional
- PROSCI – Change Management Practitioner
- CPHR – Certified HR Professional
- Certified Intercultural Development Inventory Qualified Administrator
Elise Ahenkorah
Founder, Lead Strategist and Speaker
Elise, our Lead Strategist and Speaker, is a visionary leader with 15 years of experience in belonging and culture change management consulting.
With a proven track record of building fair and high-performing cultures, she has partnered with top-tier organizations to develop strategies that empower individuals and drive business success.
Her innovative approach blends strategic insights, empathetic leadership, and a steadfast commitment to fostering lasting, people-centred change.
Elise founded Inclusion Factor to address the challenges she witnessed during her corporate career. She observed how organizations often failed to fully tap into their talent’s full potential, leading to disengagement and missed opportunities for innovation and growth. Driven to make a difference, Elise set out to help organizations build environments where every employee feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Her empathetic yet strategic approach ensures that clients not only meet their goals but surpass them, building cultures where both people and performance thrive.
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree: International Relations and Law
- Master’s Degree: MBA in Strategic Planning
- Professional Designations:
- CCIP – Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional
- PROSCI – Change Management Practitioner
- CPHR – Certified HR Professional
- Certified Intercultural Development Inventory Qualified Administrator
The IF Team
Our Global Network
The Inclusion Factor team comprises expert consultants, strategists, and educators, all united by a shared commitment to creating workplaces where everyone belongs. With diverse backgrounds and deep expertise, they bring a unique blend of innovation, collaboration, and actionable insights to every project.
We connect our clients with a global network of fractional subject matter experts (SMEs) from London, New York, and Canada, tailoring solutions to meet industry-specific and regional needs. This flexible model ensures that the right talent is engaged for every project, driving precision and measurable impact. Our interdisciplinary approach allows us to deliver customized strategies with a global reach, empowering organizations to lead inclusively and achieve sustainable success.
Why Work With Us
Pillars of Success
Inclusion Factor partners with organizations to make belonging a central part of their culture, transforming teams into high-performing and fair workplaces.
Our Impact
We bring 15 years of proven expertise in creating fair, high-performing teams across the globe. As an award-winning inclusion consulting firm, we have a successful track record of driving meaningful change by building representative teams, improving talent attraction and retention outcomes, and fostering fair workplaces.
Our Approach
Our approach is grounded in data and driven by evidence, ensuring every strategy is informed by actionable insights and delivers measurable outcomes. With expertise spanning over 13 sectors, we customize solutions to meet the unique needs of your industry and organization. We go beyond compliance to deliver sustainable, impact-driven results that align with your values and support your long-term business objectives.
Our Team
Our award-winning and interdisciplinary team is dedicated to helping clients create fair and high-performing teams.
Strategic Solutions.
Measurable Impact.
People-Centred Change.
With over 15 years of experience, we’ve helped organizations foster belonging, inclusion, and intercultural agility across multiple industries. Our proven approach drives meaningful change, earning recognition from leading organizations worldwide.
15+
Years of Experience
in belonging, inclusion, intercultural agility, and employee experience.
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