Coaching From the Desert Podcast     Episode 6 Coaching for Social Good Guest: Hasan Rafiq, PCC Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm (Arizona Time)

In this episode of Coaching from the Desert, we explore the transformative role of coaching in advancing social good. Guest Hasan Rafiq, PCC, brings a wealth of experience in inclusive leadership and global transformation. We delve into how coaching frameworks can promote equity, empathy, and systemic change in communities and organizations. Join us as we uncover actionable insights to empower individuals and institutions to foster a more just and compassionate world through coaching. 
About
Hasan Rafiq, PCC
Hasan is a distinguished workplace strategist and a dedicated practitioner in the realms of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). With an impressive background encompassing over 15 years of executive coaching, organizational development, HR transformation, and leadership development, Hasan's expertise is renowned in driving positive change within organizations through coaching senior executives on DEIB.

His unwavering commitment to innovation has led him to create transformative systems and tools that foster greater equity within workplaces. In recognition of his groundbreaking work, Hasan was honored with the prestigious 2019 DEI Innovator of the Year and DEIB Leader of the Year awards by Great Places to Work, solidifying his reputation as a trailblazer in the field.

Throughout his career, Hasan has consistently demonstrated his ability to construct equitable systems within organizations, placing DEIB at the very core of employee engagement and development strategies. As the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leader Meta, he spearheaded and co–developed the Coaching for Inclusion practice which expanded quickly to enable executives to build their personal inclusion competencies to nurture a culture of belonging on their teams.

Before his tenure at Meta, Hasan cultivated his expertise through progressive roles within the HR functions at EY, gradually transitioning into global leadership positions with a focus on DEIB. Eventually, he assumed the pivotal role of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Leader for the United States, where his transformative efforts impacted over 15,000 employees across 29 offices. During his earlier tenure at EY, Hasan notably launched the first Women's Professional Network in the Middle East and North Africa region, encompassing a diverse community of over 6,000 professionals from more than 200 nationalities. Additionally, he played a key role in designing and globally deploying HR Business Partner Inclusion Development Coach Training Program, effectively accelerating inclusion and mitigating biases in talent processes.

Hasan is a distinguished Professional Certified Coach. Currently, he spearheads the esteemed Coaching for Inclusion practice, catering to C-suite executives and senior leaders, and further propelling the transformative power of DEIB within organizations.

Current Role
VP - Organizational Culture & Diversity, Macmillan Learning

As Vice President of Organizational Culture and Diversity at Macmillan Learning, I'm driving
educational innovation through strategic DEI initiatives. My focus includes:

• Developing and implementing innovative DEI strategies aligned with business objectives
• Managing impactful programs and initiatives from conception to completion
• Leveraging data analysis to measure DEI impact and inform decision-making
• Building partnerships across all organizational levels, including leadership and ERGs
• Advising and empowering leaders to implement effective DEI strategies
• Fostering a culture of belonging that reflects the diversity of the learners we support
• Driving thought leadership and innovation in DEI within the educational technology sector

Committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talents thrive and contribute to
powerful, engaging learning experiences.