We are so excited to have Lyn R Lee on A Dog Called Diversity to talk about her career and her new book Tiny Rice Grains.

As the former Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Shell, Lyn shares with host Lisa Mulligan her:

• Remarkable 22-year+ career at Shell
• How her book "Tiny Rice Grains" came about.
• Her approach to DEI work that focuses on human connection, authentic storytelling, and the power of small, consistent actions that accumulate to create meaningful change.

🎧 Listen in to learn more about:

• Lyn's career path from organizational psychologist to global DEI leader
• Her initial reluctance to take the DEI role
• The importance of women supporting other women
• Creating a legacy of inclusion
• Recognizing when it's time to step back and create space for new leadership
• The symbolism of rice in Asian culture and DEI work
• Writing "Tiny Rice Grains" as part of her ongoing legacy
  
  

Find Lyn's book "Tiny Rice Grains" on Amazon.com, with global availability rolling out between October and December.

Attend Lyn's book events in South East Asia and London:

• Singapore - 29 August
• London - 9 Oct
• Manila - 7 Nov
• India and Hong Kong Q1 2026

Contact Lyn on LinkedIn if you would like to:

• Hold an event in your organisation,
• Keynote speaking opportunities,
• Leader engagements in your organisation,
• Bulk book orders, and
• book signings.

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