There is little doubt that the most important component of any strategic change intervention is visible, demonstrable, top level commitment to that change. The role of leaders in championing diversity requires a particular set of skills that in some instances may require support and guidance to fully develop. Our executive coaches will help to diagnose specific areas for development and work with leaders in honing these skills to maximum effect. Being an ambassador of diversity who can see the concept, engage people, influence dissenters and demonstrate personal commitment brings tremendous benefits and is a major step towards integrating diversity into the way an organisation does things.